The E. coli are coming

Article Abstract:

A team of researchers at the Tufts University has provided convincing evidence for the ability of escherichia coli to develop resistance against commercial antibacterial products, including triclosan. These bacteria may eventually render antiseptics inefficient in preventing bacterial infection.

Antibacterial agents, Escherichia coli, Antiseptics, Tufts University

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Ballpark physics: automating the scribbles on engineers' envelopes

Article Abstract:

Engineers are using qualitative physics to express engineers' informal descriptions. Researchers are trying to elevate the old-fashioned methods into a new generation of computer expert system that will help gain a better understanding of how a complex system works.

Systems analysis, Technology application, Physics, Automation

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Public eye: spy satellite technology may assist government watchdogs

Article Abstract:

Commercial satellite companies plan to make available to the general public within a couple of years photographic images that were once just for military or government reconnaissance. These should prove very valuable to public interest and advocacy groups.

Photography, Aerial, Artificial satellites in remote sensing, Aerial photography, Satellite remote sensing, Astronomical photography, Photographic reconnaissance systems, Space photography

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