http://www.gps.caltech.edu/~chad/2004dw/

This website created by Caltech describes the finding of a new Kuiper belt object on February 17, 2004. Known as 2004 DW, initial observations indicate that the object may be the largest discovery in the solar system since Pluto was found in 1930. Visitors can learn about the hypothesized size, distance, orbit, and composition. Users, curious of why the object was named 2004 DW, can learn about the Minor Planet Center and the International Astronomical Union's naming rules. The website also provides an image of the discovery. [RME]

http://cdip.ucsd.edu/models/wave.model.shtml

The Coastal Data Information Program (CDIP) created the Southern and Central Swell Model experiments for those with a general interest in oceanography. After learning how the model works, users can view several up-to-date graphics illustrating regional and detailed swell heights on maps and plots. Although acknowledging possible errors, the website provides three day forecasts for coastal waves, tides, and swell heights. The Frequently Asked Questions link provides sufficient information on how to interpret the materials. All those interested in Californian coastal information from boaters and residents to researchers can find assistance at this website. [RME]

http://www.epa.gov/surf/

This U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website allows users to locate, use and share environmental information about their state and watershed. Using the interactive map, users can locate their watershed and discover geologic, chemical, and geographical information. Visitors can learn how to adopt a watershed and locate citizen-based groups. The Watershed Atlas provides data and geo-spatial information dealing with watershed protection and restoration including demographics, downstream effects, and vulnerability. Informed users can find out how to add valuable materials about a specific watershed to this website. [RME]

http://www.met-office.gov.uk/weather/index.html

The United Kingdom's MET office created this website to provide users with weather and climate information for the British Isles and the world. Travelers can find out the latest weather forecasts and general climate patterns for various cities and countries. Users can enjoy the satellite imagery of weather patterns for the continents and the earth. Residents can view animations of the latest rainfall in the United Kingdom. The website provides resourceful materials and illustrations on typhoons and hurricanes. Everyone can read about the latest, strange weather occurrences around the world. [RME]

http://epod.usra.edu/

Administered by the Universities Space Research Association, this website features a new fantastic image, picture, graphic, or artwork everyday dealing with an aspect of earth science. Visitors can find information about the featured phenomenon in the caption and from provided links. Archives dating back to September 2000 include images of Hurricane Andrew, Typhoon Bilis, Aorounga Impact Crater, and the Cheltenham Badlands. Visitors are encouraged to submit images, captions, and related links. [RME]

http://www.iom3.org/

The Institute of Materials, Minerals, and Mining's website provides information about the institute's efforts to become a "leading international professional body for the advancement of materials, minerals, and mining to governments, industry, academia, the public and the professions." Researchers can learn about the Institute's main event of 2004, the Materials Congress, along with many other seminars and conferences. Students can discover scholarship opportunities, career opportunities, and more. Everyone can take advantage of the technical enquiry and the library-style assistance provided by the Materials Information Services. [RME]

http://www.utah.edu/news/releases/04/feb/spin.html

This news release from the University of Utah discusses the physics department's discovery of "a new generation of faster, cheaper computers and electronics by building the first 'organic spin valves.'" The physicists, who recently published their findings in Nature, developed semiconductors made of organic material that operate similar to switch valves to direct the flow of electrical current. The website educates users about spintronics and spin valves and their relationship to semiconductors. Visitors can learn how the new invention can be applied to computer memory chips and air pollution, magnetic fields, radiation, and light sensors. [RME]

http://www.chem.queensu.ca/cstc2004/

This website provides information about the 15th Canadian Symposium on Theoretical Chemistry, held July 10th through the 14th in Sainte-Adèle, Québec. Theoretical chemists from around the world can find out about the presentations emphasizing new quantum mechanical approaches in electronic structure and chemical dynamics. The website features information about the conference site, registration details, and a list of the speakers and chairs as well as links to their homepages. Researchers can learn how to submit abstracts, which are due May 31, 2004. [RME]