http://spaceresearch.nasa.gov/general_info/03dec_membranes.html

This online article, produced by NASA's Office of Biological and Physical Research, discusses the research initiative to develop membranes that could solve some of the problems associated with traveling to and from Mars. With the help of a comprehensible explanation and a diagram, visitors can learn how NASA is planning to extract CO2 from the Martian atmosphere to propel rockets and rovers. The website discusses the scientists' hopes that the technology "may leverage us to actually go to Mars and live and work there someday." The article also addresses the potential use of the system as a way to decrease CO2 emissions on Earth. [RME]

http://www.ghcc.msfc.nasa.gov/GOES/

This NASA website displays Interactive Global Geostationary Weather Satellite Images collected by GOES, GMS-5, and METEOSAT-7. Users can find captivating real-time images of visible, infrared, and water vapor for most areas of the world. Each image can be viewed as a single image or as an animation. Users not familiar with satellite images can find educational materials describing the unique features presented in each of the three types of images. The satellite composite images at the end of the website provide users with an overall sense of the weather patterns for large areas of the earth. [RME]

http://reaktor.ch.pw.edu.pl/forum/2004/index.html

The Analytical Forum 2004 in Warsaw, Poland will focus on separation techniques, mass spectrometry and hyphenated techniques, environmental analysis and monitoring, and miniaturized analytical devices. Visitors can learn about the lecture topics for the confirmed plenary talks for each of the four sessions. Chemists can find information on the scientific program including abstract submissions, which are due February 28th, 2004. Interested users can find registration and accommodation information as well. Attendees will have a chance to join in the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the creation of chromatography. [RME]

http://marsrovers.jpl.nasa.gov/gallery/press/spirit/

The public can now view the amazing, newly collected images of Mars thanks to this Mars Exploration Rover Mission website. The first images, made available on January 4, 2004, are black and white pictorials of the rover on the surface of Mars. On January 6, 2004, this website provided users with the first color images of Mars. Alongside each image, the NASA team has provided users with straightforward explanations. Everyone will enjoy these images of Spirit's descent, Mars' wind-polished rocks, the Martian Horizon, and much more. [RME]

http://www.moleday.org/

"Celebrated annually on October 23 from 6:02 a.m. to 6:02 p.m., Mole Day commemorates Avogadro's Number (6.02 x 10^23), which is a basic measuring unit in chemistry." This website presents the National Mole Day Foundation, Inc.'s actions to get everyone, especially children, excited about chemistry. Users can learn about activities held throughout the United States and the world including the next Mole day breakfast held on April 3, 2004. The website features many awards to worthy teachers and schools. Interested teachers and students can learn how to become involved in this fun, educational organization. [RME]

http://www.rsc.org/

This website promotes the Royal Society of Chemistry's (RSC) role as one of the top independent organizations for advancing chemistry in Europe. Both industrial and academic chemists can learn about the society's professional training activities, conferences, and numerous awards, metals, and lectureships. Visitors can learn about RSC's six scientific divisions and seventy interest groups, which support all aspects of the chemical sciences. With its many educational activities, students and teachers will surely find valuable information at this website. Potential members can learn about the benefits of belonging to the society including access to RSC's online resources, professional support area, library, and journals. [RME]

http://www.geoscience.org.za/index.htm

This Council for Geoscience (CGS) website illustrates its work to map, survey, investigate, and assess the geologic components of South Africa. Through this expansive website, visitors can learn about CGS's publications, scientific units, Library and Information Center, and much more. The website promotes the Kaapvaal Magnetotelluric Project, which is the largest MT experiment in the world. Along with information about how to obtain copies of the many detailed and color coded mineral maps created by SAMINDABA (the South African Mineral Deposits Database), visitors will also find detailed descriptions of the mining productions, the geologic materials, and economic potentials for each Province. With so much to offer, users interested in any part of South Africa's geology will find this website valuable. [RME]

http://www.questacon.edu.au/

Questacon, the National Science and Technology Centre in Canberra, Australia, promotes a "greater understanding and awareness of science and technology within the community" by creating a fun, educational, and interactive atmosphere. After taking the virtual tour, students and educators can learn about the center's science shows, the Questacon balloon, the traveling Shell Questacon Science Show, and much more. The website features fun online activities for kids including a Star Lab and Dinosaurs Alive. Middle and high school students can find information about photonics, the Invention Convention, and recent advances in many of the sciences including astrophysics, geoscience, and quantum physics. By visiting this website, users will understand why Questacon is Australia's leading interactive science and technology center [RME]