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A new type of solar cell from ASU and a new catalyst for splitting water from MIT have been combined to create a cost-effective means of sustainable energy production. --by Jim Brewer
An ASU engineering student has shown his school spirit in a small way--by creating a microscopic etching of Sparky, the Sun Devil mascot, that's smaller than a human red blood cell. --by Chelsea Brown
The impact of nitrogen released from the burning of fossil fuels and widespread use of fertilizers is much greater that previously recognized. Scientists say the impact even extends to remote alpine lakes. --by Margaret Coulombe
Diodes are used in an endless array of devices. They are essential ingredients for the semiconductor industry. Making diodes smaller means cheaper cost and better performance for electronic devices. ASU researchers have now made diodes on the scale of a single molecule.--by Richard Harth
Who is the ugliest? A paper wasp with a deadly sting? A scorpion that crushes its prey? Cast your vote for the ugliest bug by December 15, 2009. --by Carol Hughes
Scientists are using new screening techniques to isolate the genes needed to make effective vaccines. --by Richard Harth
The doghouse is getting a makeover for the 21st century. But you can bet your pooper-scooper that little Rover or Fido has never seen anything quite like this.