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Science at sea

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A new 274-foot research vessel named 'Atlantis' which can support manned and unmanned submersibles or vehicles can take researchers anywhere they want to go. Made for academic institutions, the Atlantis can travel for 60 days without having to refuel and is equipped with the latest gadgets/equipment.

Author: DiChristina, Mariette
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1997
Innovations, Oceanographic research, Research vessels

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The new weed

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One of the latest recreational drugs in the market is extracted from a herb called ephedra or ma huang in China. In the ancient times, ma huang was used to treat upper respiratory problems such a bronchitis. Ma huang contains an alkaloid that is related to epinephrine called ephedrine.

Author: DiChristina, Mariette
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1996
China, Analysis, Natural history, Medicine, Herbal, Herbal medicine

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