Referendum stalls Japanese nuclear power strategy

Article Abstract:

A referendum in Kariwa, Japan, has rejected the use of mixed oxide fuel at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power facility. The referendum is not legally binding, but the government acknowledges the need for support from local people before going ahead with plans to use this fuel.

Environmental aspects, Nuclear power plants, Nuclear fuels

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Outbreak of chicken flu rattles Hong Kong

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the chicken flu epidemic which has occurred in Hong Kong. The action which is being taken to eradicate the H5 virus, the slaughter of 1.3-million chickens and source of the outbreak are discussed.

Health aspects, Diseases, Hong Kong, Virus diseases, Chickens, Poultry industry

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Goal-directed revamp for Japanese research

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Issues are presented concerning the restructuring of the research section of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in Japan into an autonomous agency comprising 45 centers and institutes.

Japan, Research, Science and technology policy, Japan. Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

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