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University of Washington paleontologists discover major T. rex fossil
Paleontologists with the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture and the University of Washington have discovered a Tyrannosaurus rex, including a very complete skull. The find, which paleontologists estimate to be about 20 percent of the animal, includes vertebrae, … Continue reading
Syracuse University researchers confirm marine animals live longer at high latitudes
Researchers in the Department of Earth Sciences have shown that high-latitude bivalves live longer and grow slower than those in the tropics. Their findings are the subject of an article in the “Proceedings of the Royal Society B” (The Royal … Continue reading
Queen’s University microbiologists unmask the Hannibal route enigma
Microbiologists based in the Institute for Global Food Security and School of Biological Sciences at Queen’s University Belfast have recently released results that may have answered one of ancient history’s greatest enigmas: Where did Hannibal cross the Alps? read more … Continue reading
Indiana University paleobotanist plays role in discovery of ‘Jurassic butterflies’
IU paleobotanist David Dilcher is a co-author on a study out today in the Proceedings of the Royal Society: B that identifies a Jurassic age insect whose behavior and appearance closely mimic a butterfly – but whose emergence on Earth … Continue reading
It’s official Geology students are the happiest at university?
Geology students at Field trip It’s official: Geology rocks A total of 95% of geologists in a poll of 220,000 students said they were happy with their degree. Why? Students on geology courses are the happiest with their degrees, while … Continue reading
Aqaba’s ASEZA discusses cooperation with Roma Tre University
P(ANSA) – Rome, April 14 – Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) Chief Commissioner Kamel Mahadin on Saturday met with Roma Tre University President Mario Panizza to discuss ways to develop cooperation in training and expertise. Mahadin invited media and … Continue reading
Inmates at four Sardinian prisons to enroll in university
IMG title=”” alt=”” src=”http://www.mineralfossil.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/wpid-8bc3954b795f57d9a7d914445c2ff4a9.jpg” IMG class=hide alt=”Inmates at four Sardinian prisons to enroll in university” src=”http://www.mineralfossil.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/wpid-8bc3954b795f57d9a7d914445c2ff4a9.jpg” (ANSA) – Sassari, March 26 – Inmates at four penitentiaries on the island region of Sardinia can now enroll in university, authorities said Wednesday. … Continue reading
Palermo University delegation visits Aqaba
IMG class=hide alt=”Palermo University delegation visits Aqaba” src=”http://www.mineralfossil.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wpid-c8ce57437801cb861dbbdc2f78a2faec.jpg” P(ANSA) – Aqaba, January 14 – An Italian delegation headed by Professor Roberto Lagalla, the chancellor of the University of Palermo, has visited the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA). Professor Kamel … Continue reading
Only 30% of Italian high school students go to university
(ANSA) – Rome, December 6 – Only 30% of Italy’s high school graduates go to university and 17% of freshmen drop out in the first year, according to annual reports published on Friday by Censis research agency and association Almadiploma. … Continue reading