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The NSDL Scout Report for Physical Sciences-- Volume 3, Number 2



January 23, 2004 | Volume 3, Number 2
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International Isotope Society [pdf]

http://www.intl-isotope-soc.org/

The international isotope society (IIS) "aims to encourage the synthesis and applications of isotopes and isotopically labeled compounds to benefit of all." Visitors can find information about upcoming international conferences as well as summaries of past symposiums. The website provides copies of the presentation speeches discussing the activities of award winning scientists. Researchers can find out about the society's low level radioactive waste committee's activities to create a positive public image of the use of radioisotopes in research. An online technical report educates students and teachers about photomultipliers and their applications. [RME]



Virginia State Climatology Office [gif]

http://climate.virginia.edu/

A constituent of the University of Virginia, the Virginia State Climatology Office provides information on the atmospheric environment and analyzes the effects weather and climate have on the economic and ecologic systems. Researchers can find information on how to obtain climate and weather data and can view meteorological maps as well as links to various radar and satellite images. Students can learn about Virginia's climate and its prominent weather systems. Virginia residents will value the site for its forecasts and advisories. [RME]



American Chemical Society: Division of Organic Chemistry [pdf]

http://www.chem.wayne.edu/acs-organic-division/

Established in 1908, the American Chemical Society (ACS) Organic Chemistry Division created this website to illustrate its work to cultivate and promote the advancement of the field of organic chemistry. Researchers can learn about upcoming meetings and conferences. Chemistry students and educators can learn about fellowship, awards, and employment opportunities. The website provides an extensive list of links to scientific journals. Visitors can also learn about membership benefits and how to join the group. [RME]



National Institute of Standards and Technology: Time and Frequency Division [pdf]

http://www.boulder.nist.gov/timefreq/index.html

"The Time and Frequency Division, part of NIST's Physics Laboratory, maintains the standard for frequency and time interval for the United States, provides official time to the United States, and carries out a broad program of research and service activities in time and frequency metrology." At this website, visitors can find online exhibits about ethnic and historical calendars, the history of timekeeping, the discovery of the quartz watch, and more. Researchers can learn about the division's studies dealing with ion storage and optical frequencies. Students and educators will find a tutorial about oscillator signals and measurement methods. Through this large website, visitors will understand the intricacies that go into measuring the exact time. [RME]



E-Print Network [pdf, postscript, dvi, zip]

http://www.osti.gov/eprints/

Created by the United States Department of Energy, this website allows users to explore online papers that have been submitted for distribution and review among peers; for publication in journals; or for presentations at conferences. Through the E-print Network, advanced students and scientists can search e-prints on many websites and databases, browse e-prints by subject, and find many scientific societies. Although the network primarily contains physics-related documents, e-prints dealing with other subjects such as chemistry, material sciences, and nuclear sciences are also included. [RME]



QuickTime VR (QTVR) Artifact Photography at the National Air and Space Museum's Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center [QuickTime]

http://www.nasm.si.edu/interact/qtvr/uhc/index.htm

The move of over two hundred artifacts to the Steven F. Udar-Hazy Center allowed the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum to photograph a large amount of the National collection of aircraft, spacecraft, and small objects in detail. Users can learn about the techniques used to obtain archival quality images and create QuickTime virtual reality object models and cockpit panoramas. Many of these amazing artifacts are viewable at the website. Visitors can also read the weekly status report of this project. Because the creators are still adding new animations and images, users may want to revisit this website frequently. [RME]



NASA Hits: Rewards from Space -- How NASA improves our quality of life [pdf]

http://www.nasa.gov/pdf/54862main_benefits.pdf

This pdf document highlights many of practical benefits society gains from NASA's work in space flight, space science, earth science, and aeronautics research and technology development. Users can learn how space-based beacon locators are used to provide global rescue systems. The website discusses NASA's work on ways to grow plants using hydroponics as well as how the Hubble Space Telescope Program has helped to create a breast cancer biopsy that is performed with a needle instead of a scalpel. Everyone curious about how NASA's work affects their lives should visit website. [RME]



Pacific Tsunami Museum

http://www.tsunami.org/

This website assists the Pacific Tsunami Museum in its goal "to promote public tsunami education for residents of Hawaii and the Pacific Region." Visitors can learn about the causes of tsunamis, its characteristics, the wrap-around effect, and much more. Teachers and students can discover the museum's education and science programs. Everyone will enjoy the live video stream of Hilo Bay and the abundant tsunami pictures. Interested users can also find out how to become involved with the museum. [RME]



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