http://oddens.geog.uu.nl/index.php

Created in 1995 by Roelof Oddens, a curator of the map library at Utrecht University, the Oddens Bookmark database now contains over 22,000 links about maps, cartography and GIS data. Users can search the resources by keyword, country, category, or by browsing through subject headings. Besides the abundance of maps and map data, visitors can find links to cartography departments, libraries, literature, and societies. Because the links cover span the entire world, this web site is a great starting point for anyone interested in maps and mapping. [RME]

http://www.nhm.ac.uk/hosted_sites/paleonet//

Produced by N. MacLeod in cooperation with the University of California Berkeley Museum of Paleontology and the Natural History Museum, "PaleoNet is a system of list servers, www pages, and ftp sites designed to enhance electronic communication among paleontologists." The web site offers a useful User's Guide, to help individuals determine how to best to utilize the abundant resources. Educators and students can find numerous galleries illustrating the ancient Earth. Paleontologists can search for employment and academic opportunities, meetings, and much more. While primarily designed for paleontological professionals and graduate students, anyone interested in paleontology can participate and take advantage of the innumerable resources at this web site. [RME]

http://www.earthkam.ucsd.edu/

ISS EarthKam (Earth Knowledge Acquired by Middle school students) "is a NASA sponsored program that provides stunning, high quality photographs of our planet taken" by middle school students from the Space Shuttle and International Space Station. Visitors can view Macromedia Flash Player and PowerPoint slide shows displaying the highlights of the program and a selection amazing images collected. The web site offers summaries of the latest, past, and future station missions. Users can explore the thousands of images collected by EarthKam via an online database or by a sequence of image collections. Educators and students will discover many activities, tutorials, guides, and other instructional materials that use EarthKam images to address scientific concepts. [RME]

http://www.atmos.uah.edu/

The National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSSCT) promotes itself as "a place where researchers and educators share facilities and ideas … where the pursuit of new knowledge leads to breakthroughs that range from insights on the structure and evolution of the universe to better understanding Earth's weather." The web site is separated into nine links packed with information about the programs affiliated with NSSTC. For instance, at the Global Hydrology and Climate Center link, users can discover the earth science activities of scientists working to enable better decision making to improve the world's quality of life. Students can discover academic programs and educational opportunities. Researchers can find out about atmospheric and earth science datasets as well as upcoming workshops and conferences. Educators at all levels, scientists, and engineers can find helpful information at this web site. [RME]

http://iri.columbia.edu/outreach/climatesociety

The International Research Institute for Climate Prediction offers a comprehensive and growing database of publications and projects associated with "the interactions of climate, human society and the environment, with an emphasis on societal vulnerabilities or opportunities [related] to variations in climate over one or several seasons." Educators, researchers, and practitioners can search the materials by key words or by browsing topics, sector, or regions. The web site provides a temporary folder where users can collect their search results. Everyone is encouraged to submit their suggestions for new materials at the web site. [RME]

http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/weatherwise/

At this web site, the BBC offers an array of materials dealing with weather. Meteorologists can discover employment opportunities. Individuals with spectacular photographs of weather phenomenon can submit their products to the photo gallery. Students and educators can find introductory materials on basic weather concepts, forecasting, extreme events, and broadcasting the weather. The web site offers fun weather related games and projects, a meteorology glossary, and links to other educational web sites. [RME]

http://www.interactions.org/cms/?pid=0

The Interactions.org web site serves as a hub for news, information, images, and links for particle physicists. Educators and students can find a sizeable image collection and short videos and animations describing the research and history of key physics institutions. Researchers can discover a global data grid and a database of talks in cosmic physics, linear collider, ethics and science, and other particle physics topics. The web sit offers links to various physics glossaries, universities, and societies. Individuals can learn about education and funding opportunities. [RME]

http://center.acs.org/landmarks/index.html

The American Chemical Society (ACS) displays the key roles chemists played in "expanding the frontiers of knowledge, advancing medicine and industry, and creating products from aspirin to zippers" at this web site. Users can find clear summaries and images of the places, discoveries, and achievements that have been designated landmarks by ACS members and an international committee. Within many of the biographies, educators can find links to teaching guides and activities. Individuals that know of an unrecognized important element of the chemical heritage can learn how to nominate the site, artifact, or collection. [RME]