Basal DNA repair machinery is subject to positive selection in ionizing-radiation-resistant bacteria Jun 22, 2008
Our results provide the first in silico prediction of positively selected genes with potential roles in the molecular basis of resistance to gamma radiation and tolerance of desiccation in IRRB. Identification of these genes provides a basis for future experimental work aimed at understanding the metabolic networks in which they participate. The complete article is available as a. (BioMed Central)
What's showing for June 19th Jun 19, 2008
Scientist Bruce Banner desperately hunts for a cure to the gamma radiation that poisoned his cells and unleashes the unbridled force of rage within him: The Hulk. Living in the shadows--cut off from a life he knew and the woman he loves, Betty Ross--Banner struggles to avoid the obsessive pursuit of his nemesis, General Thunderbolt Ross, and the military machinery that seeks to capture him and brutally exploit his power. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Hulk Spoilers Jun 18, 2008
Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) is accidentally exposed to gamma radiation while conducting an experiment, unleashing the Hulk ... After he does, however, the results are inconclusive, and Sterns (writing under the pseudonym Mr. Blue) asks him for the original data from his exposure to gamma radiation, which is back in the States with Betty. (IGN FilmForce)
Loud and chaotic, this Hulk gets it just right Jun 14, 2008
Because of gamma radiation poisoning, whenever he gets angry he morphs into the Hulk, a giant green monster whose only soft spot is for Bruce's beloved Betty Ross (Liv Tyler). Betty's father, General Thaddeus Ross (William Hurt), seeks Banner for a different reason. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
'Incredible Hulk' Stars, Director Already Have Wish List For 'Hulk 2': Iron Man, Samson, The Leader And More Jun 13, 2008
In the comics, the canonical Samson is exposed to gamma radiation, but comes to learn that his powers are tied to the length of his (now green) hair. Burrell thinks that they should stay as true to that origin as possible, even if it means he has to do a little creative hairstyling. (VHI.com -- Music News)
The Hulk: Big, Green, Sleep-Inducing Jun 13, 2008
This figure has been lurking around the dimmer reaches of popular culture for decades the sad result of the military-industrial complex screwing around with cell-poisoning gamma radiation, whatever that may be without attaining more than second-level cult status. Hulky was last among us five years ago in a movie that "disappointed" his fans and those of director Ang Lee, who usually operates at the "finer things" level of moviemaking. (Time.com)
Mars lander shakes loose usable soil sample Jun 12, 2008
For up to a decade, the telescope will study the mysterious and powerful gamma radiation that suffuses the cosmos and appears to have originated from some of the most violent events in the universe - when dying stars exploded into supernovas, for example, or dense stars collided. Scientists from six nations hope to explore the origins of galaxies when the universe was young, and perhaps shine light on the still poorly understood cosmic phenomena called dark energy and dark matter. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The Incredible Hulk AU Review Jun 11, 2008
The backstory ; Dr. Bruce Banner's experiments, the gamma radiation poisoning and its pseudo-military links ; are very quickly recapped through quick-cut headlines and snippets of footage sped through at the immediate opening of the film. Cutting through the need to recount the hows and whys of The Hulk meant that Leterrier and Penn could quickly delve into much more interesting and unique story territory ; what Banner is doing to sort things out. (IGN FilmForce)
More Sensitive Radiology Monitoring Jun 10, 2008
In order to detect a radiological incident, Dr. Alegr;a took the dose rate of gamma radiation, i.e. the amount of energy we receive per unit of mass over a specified unit of time ... Thus, she defined a dry period (0 litres per square metre), a wet period (whenever rainfall is greater than 0 litres per square metre) and a transition period, that encompasses the period from the end of the precipitations to the point where the gamma radiation dose rates return to those of the dry period. (Science Daily)
Opening at theaters this week: The Hulk Jun 9, 2008
He is still the scientist who is desperately searching for a cure for the gamma radiation that has poisoned his cells, causing him to become the huge green giant. Bruce Banner has been living among the shadows, cut off from life and the woman he loves (Liv Tyler). (Syracuse.com)
Kmart Partners with Universal Pictures, Marvel Entertainment and Burger King for an 'INCREDIBLE' Father's Day Jun 7, 2008
In the film, scientist Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) desperately hunts for a cure to the gamma radiation that poisoned his cells and unleashes the unbridled force of rage within him: The Hulk. Living in the shadows -- cut off from a life he knew and the woman he loves, Betty Ross (Liv Tyler) -- Banner struggles to avoid the obsessive pursuit of his nemesis, General Thunderbolt Ross (William Hurt), and the military machinery that seeks to capture him and brutally exploit his power. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Physicists eagerly await launch of NASA space telescope May 31, 2008
Gamma-ray photons (particles of gamma radiation) can interact with other photons to create an electron and its antimatter counterpart, a positron, Smith explained. "If we have a far-away source and we know what gamma rays it ought to be making, but we see that some are missing, we know they were essentially eaten up by intergalactic starlight," Smith said. (Hindu)
A wing and an error May 23, 2008
In addition, hot alpha and beta particles are significantly more dangerous than gamma radiation because they are absorbed by the body and essentially irradiate it from within. True bugs seem to be particularly sensitive to this. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
A radiation knife to treat tumours May 21, 2008
Scans are taken to establish the location of he tumour, before beams of gamma radiation are targeted at the site. The surgeon is able to work over the growth without damaging the surrounding tissue. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
New Study Strengthens Association Of Prostate Cancer With Exposure To Agent Orange May 17, 2008
In 1997, the International Agency for Research on Cancer re-classified TCDD as a Group 1 carcinogen, a classification that includes arsenic, asbestos and gamma radiation. Journal reference. (Science Daily)
New Study Links Alcohol With Increased Cancer Risk May 13, 2008
Arsenic and arsenic compoundsAsbestos Azathioprine Benzene Benzidine Beryllium and beryllium compoundsGallium arsenide Gamma radiation H. pylori (SN reported )Phosphorus-32, as phosphate Plutonium-239 and its decay products. source for list. (ShortNews.com)
Are granite countertops bad for your health? May 8, 2008
11 News turned to him after a Houston research group discovered elevated levels of potentially dangerous gamma radiation coming from the home s granite countertop ... On other parts of the countertop, the granite is sending off gamma radiation that can slightly increase cancer risks. (KHOU.com, TX)
The Orphanage / Marvel Studios May 3, 2008
The Enemy: Tim Roth is Emil Blonsky, a cruel British special-forces agent who doses up on gamma radiation to transform himself into a huge, nasty thing called the Abomination. Uh, the Abomination. (Los Angeles Times)
Big Black Holes Cook Flambeed Stellar Pancakes May 3, 2008
Since almost every galaxy including our own Milky Way harbors a massive black hole in its centre, and since the universe is transparent to hard X and gamma radiation, several events of this kind per year should be detectable within the full observable universe. Conclusion. (Science Daily)
Post a comment Apr 22, 2008
At the least, this event will cripple all satellite communication (cellphones, ATM machines, cable TV, power grids) and, at the worst we will have gamma radiation that will blow away the ionosphere and open all life up to extremely high heat and nuclear radiation. Who can deal with this best. (International Herald Tribune)
Nuclear power briefing Apr 19, 2008
That is to say splitting heavy atoms like uranium to produce gamma radiation and thus energy. Another way of producing energy is -- the joining of nuclear atoms using extremely high temperatures. (CNN -- International)
Long Space Missions Risk Cancer, Premature Aging Apr 17, 2008
High-LET radiation is found in solar flares and is made up of high-energy protons, charged iron particles and some gamma radiation. Earth's atmosphere blocks the majority of this radiation, preventing in normal life. (Fox News)
Space Radiation: Premature Aging In Astronauts Apr 16, 2008
High-LET radiation is found in solar flares and is made up of high-energy protons, charged iron particles, and some gamma radiation. The earth's atmosphere blocks the majority of this radiation, preventing exposure to these particles in normal life. (Science Daily)
Bikini Corals Recover From Atomic Blast Apr 16, 2008
The ambient gamma radiation the residential island of Bikini atoll was fairly low pretty much like the background radiation in an Australian city. However when I put the Geiger counter near a coconut, which accumulates radioactive material from the soil, it went berserk, Maria remembers. (Science Daily)
HEISMAN HOPEFUL: UGA's Moreno boasts freakish skill set Apr 9, 2008
Bruce Banner got blasted with gamma radiation, which made him turn green when angry. In the Peach State, any self-respecting football fan knows the origin story of Georgia's greatest football superhero. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Common Aquatic Animals Show Extreme Resistance To Radiation Mar 28, 2008
27, 2008) Scientists at Harvard University have found that a common class of freshwater invertebrate animals called bdelloid rotifers are extraordinarily resistant to ionizing radiation, surviving and continuing to reproduce after doses of gamma radiation much greater than that tolerated by any other animal species studied to date. See also. (Science Daily)
Indy, Hulk, Aslan offer power-packed spring Mar 26, 2008
Starring: Edward Norton, Liv Tyler, Tim Roth, William Hurt, Tim Blake Nelson, Christina Cabot, Lou Ferrigno, Martin Starr, Ty BurrellDirector: Louis LeterrierStory: Scientist Bruce Banner (Norton) is searching for a cure for the gamma radiation that has infected his body, turning him into a green monster whenever he feels rage. General Thunderbolt Ross (Hurt) wants to harness his power for military use. (MSNBC -- News)
Finesse Introduces TruFluor(TM) DO, a Single-Use Optical Dissolved Oxygen Sensor and Transmitter Mar 24, 2008
The calibration and lot data is encoded on a gamma radiation resistant RFID tag attached to the disposable sheath through production. This tag is automatically read by the transmitter, thereby eliminating the need to calibrate the probe and minimizing error and variability in the calibration. (PR Newswire)
Dirty Old Mines Mar 23, 2008
Gamma radiation on Prince of Wales ... Discovery of the gamma radiation in 1955 is what prompted mining there in the first place. (Juneau Empire)
When should we say "Thank You" and when should we say "Thank YouVery Much"? Mar 15, 2008
For example, gamma radiation would go right through the walls unless they were very dense and thick, causing you cellular damage through chemical reactions in your DNA; visible light, however, would either bounce around inside, if the walls were internally reflective (ie: mirrored), or be absorbed if the walls were opaque, creating darkness; radio waves would internally reflect inside the box, and slowly be weakened and absorbed. Ignatius J Wilson, Queenscliff. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Universal Pictures, Marvel Studios and Mtv Networks Present an Exclusive First Look at Teaser Trailer for 'the Incredible Hulk' in Multi-Network 'Roadblock' Wednesday, March 12 Mar 8, 2008
In this new beginning, scientist Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) desperately hunts for a cure to the gamma radiation that poisoned his cells and unleashes the unbridled force of rage within him: The Hulk. Living in the shadows -- cut off from a life he knew and the woman he loves, Betty Ross (Liv Tyler) -- Banner struggles to avoid the obsessive pursuit of his nemesis, General Thunderbolt Ross (William Hurt), and the military machinery that seeks to capture him and brutally exploit his power. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Radioactivity and Alpha Particles Mar 1, 2008
So, in essence, alpha radiation (and the gamma radiation which is a bi-product) is governed by the strong nuclear force (even though this is the force which, ironically, is meant to keep everything together). Beta particles, on the other hand, are a different story altogether, as they are actually governed by the Weak Nuclear Force a force whose job it is to undermine the strong nuclear force and steal energy away from the atomic nucleus. (Suite101.com)
The Beginnings of Nuclear Physics Feb 29, 2008
The Gamma radiation, however, was an especially tricky one. It became clear to Rutherford as well as to other experimenters that gamma radiation does not seem to consist of particles at all ... Apparently, gamma radiation existed in the form of an electromagnetic wave (light) of a very high frequency and energy, along with a very short wavelength which made it very penetrable. (Suite101.com)
The Discovery of the Neutron Feb 28, 2008
For instance, he could tell that the mysterious radiation in question was neutral due to the fact that it was not affected by proximity to a magnetic field, and, unlike standard gamma radiation, did not invoke the photoelectric effect (when photons, such as gamma rays, strike certain surfaces, they discharge electrons, which can be simply measured), but rather discharged protons, which meant that the particles had to be more massive than previously expected. In the end, Chadwick finally solved... (Suite101.com)
Clouds part over Fresno to reveal eclipse Feb 21, 2008
"It's 6.5 light-years away. If it supernovaed, we would be toast," he said, explaining that gamma radiation would destroy life on Earth. The wait coincided with an announcement by the U.S. Navy that it was counting down to the launch of a missile intended to knock a U.S. spy satellite out of the sky before it could rain toxic hydrazine fuel on Earth. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Feds investigating Montana company Feb 12, 2008
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, exposure could increase the risk for cancer because of its high-energy gamma radiation. External exposure could cause burns, radiation sickness or even death. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Border officials at Pembina seize $1.6 million worth of pot Feb 6, 2008
The VACIS system uses gamma radiation to scan tractor-trailer shipments for drugs, weapons and illegal aliens. "It's a great tool," Hassler said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
NIST reference materials are 'gold standard' for bio-nanotech research Jan 10, 2008
They have been sterilized with gamma radiation and tested for sterility and endotoxins. Details of the measurement procedures and data are included in a report of investigation accompanying each sample. (EurekAlert!)
Breast cancer cells have to learn to walk before they can run Jan 1, 2008
One of the questions faced by oncologists and patients is whether they should add gamma radiation after undergoing surgery to catch straying tumor cells and reduce the risk of recurrent breast cancer. Currently, the decision is based solely on the size of the tumor. (EurekAlert!)
Neoprobe lands $13M in financing Dec 29, 2007
Neoprobe (OTC BB:NEOP) develops health-care products, including blood-flow measurement devices and gamma radiation detection systems, used to determine various stages of cancer. "Neoprobe represents an excellent investment opportunity," Dr. Michael Goldberg, principal of , said in a statement. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Astronomers still can't figure out 'shot in the dark' Dec 22, 2007
A gigantic burst of gamma radiation in an apparently empty region of space has befuddled astronomers for much of 2007 ... On Jan. 25, satellites recorded a burst of gamma radiation in the constellation Gemini ... Theory holds that it likely involved a massive star whose collapse produced the huge burst of gamma radiation. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
PSU's reactor makesscience fiction a reality Dec 8, 2007
A cobalt pool at the facility generates gamma radiation, which can change objects without making them radioactive, Sears said ... Gamma radiation eliminates salmonella from chicken, removes bugs from spices and also helps in food preservation, Sears said, adding that all of the food that goes up in space is first sterilized using gamma radiation ... Certain plants, such as white poinsettias, are also created using gamma radiation sterilization; poinsettias grow naturally in only red. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Cardinal, Neoprobe finalize Lymphoseek distribution deal Nov 28, 2007
Neoprobe (OTC BB:NEOP) develops health-care products including blood flow measurement devices and gamma radiation detection systems. It reported a $4. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Radiation detection an arduous task at ports Nov 25, 2007
Moreover, lots of normal cargo -- as innocuous as granite counter tops and ceramic vases -- puts out gamma radiation. "People think we are going to catch a terrorist bomb with these radiation monitors," said Laura Holgate, a former Defense Department and Energy Department nuclear weapons expert now at the Nuclear Threat Initiative, a Washington advocacy group. (Los Angeles Times)
United States Nov 18, 2007
Unlike the gamma radiation produced by enriched, weapons-grade uranium, alpha particles will not penetrate the skin. But inside the body DU travels around the bloodstream, accumulating not only in the lungs but also in other soft tissues such as the brain and bone marrow. (Guardian Unlimited)
Five Years Of Space Exploration With ESA's Integral Oct 21, 2007
Integral has seen about 100 of the brightest supermassive black holes, the main producers of gamma radiation in our universe, in other galaxies. But while looking for them in nearby galaxies, surprisingly few have been found. (Science Daily)
Tarachansky: Uranium in Canada Oct 17, 2007
These include anti-tank artillery and coating of medical equipment such as x-ray and gamma radiation technology ... While decaying, uranium emits alpha, beta, and gamma radiation. (Zmag.org)
Understand Pulsars; Neutron Stars Aug 30, 2007
Pulsars can emit radio, x-ray, or gamma radiation. Radio emissions are the most common type of the 1500 pulsars known to exist, and gamma ray pulsars tend to be the newest Neutron stars and closer to our solar system. (Suite101.com)
BC scientists isolate cancer gene Aug 14, 2007
To test their theory, scientists with the agency knocked the HACE1 gene out of lab mice and then exposed them to carcinogens like gamma radiation. As expected, the mice without HACE1 developed tumours much faster than those with the gene. (Vancouver Sun)
How to stop radiation terrorism Aug 2, 2007
The analysts' favored isotope for a radiological terrorist attack has been cesium-137, which emits very energetic gamma radiation capable of traveling many yards in the air or penetrating lead shielding. Cesium is a nasty chemical. (International Herald Tribune)
Genentech 2Q profit rises 41 percent Jul 24, 2007
A hand-held gamma radiation detection device for use in minimally invasive evaluation of cancer spread in melanoma and breast cancer patients. www. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Not My Job: Grounded Jul 16, 2007
" says Zach Rickerd, my dugout partner, nodding at the debris. The dugout looks like a frat house got in a fight with a landfill and both sides lost. There are thousands of chewed-up paper cups, millions of sunflower seed husks, clumps of used chewing tobacco. I mean really, there's a trash can right there. Can't they use it? Clearly, this job calls for power tools. I strap on a backpack Husqvarna power blower, the kind landscapers use, and start blasting the dugout with a 100-mph wind. Cups... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Of Science, Security and Police (3) Jul 8, 2007
(7b) With criminality becoming more complex, the Police must plan ahead to take to the skies with acquisition of a chopper equipped with modern tools, including night vision instrumentation that allows officers wearing night-vision goggles to see in the dark; a gamma radiation detector and possibly with a special map system, powerful video cameras that can downlink pictures to its central systems to improve its functioning, while its amour squad unit reinforced. In addition, Ghana... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
First Compact Proton Therapy Machine For Cancer Treatment Enters Development Jun 19, 2007
With a technology transfer agreement announced today, the first compact proton therapy system one that would fit in any major cancer center and cost a fifth as much as a full-scale machine is one step closer to reality. Compact proton radiotherapy treatment concept. (Science Daily)
Radioactive phosphate waste should not be used in roadbeds Jun 14, 2007
Using Central Florida phosphogypsum would unnecessarily expose workers, the environment and the public to otherwise avoidable radon and gamma radiation. Unlike some approaches used to "solve" water pollution problems, dilution of levels of radionuclides to acceptable low levels is not feasible with phosphogypsum. (Herald-Tribune)
The Threats of Nuclear Aspirations Jun 6, 2007
Gamma radiation, for example, can penetrate buildings while alpha radiation-emitting substances can occur in the air we gasp or in food and water. It can be hoped that our present and future leadership might aspire to nuclear energy for civil purposes only. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Litvinenko case Jun 5, 2007
Most tests for radioactivity look for gamma radiation, the most prevalent form occurring naturally. But polonium-210 gives off alpha radiation, which is undetectable by the usual scans at, for example, airports. (Guardian Unlimited)
Gamma-Ray Wipe-Out Jun 2, 2007
Each day, we detect a burst of gamma radiation coming from a random direction in the sky. Lasting anywhere from a fraction of a second to several minutes, these high-energy astronomical enigmas have a deadly power. (FirstScience.com)
The Greatest Show in Space May 12, 2007
An explosion--which could occur soon or just as easily not--would release deadly gamma radiation, but the finely focused beam in which the rays travel means the danger is likely to pass us by. The fireworks, meanwhile, would be "the best star show in the history of modern civilization," says astronomer Mario Livio of the Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore. (Time.com)
Biggest Supernova Discovered May 9, 2007
Because gamma radiation is what keeps the outer layers from collapsing inward, with the drop in energy the core is able to fall inward prematurely. This leads to a thermonuclear explosion that shreds the entire star, flinging its entire content into space, and leaving behind no remnant whatsoever. (Suite101.com)
Brightest ever supernova captured by Nasa telescope May 9, 2007
Its massive core may have produced so much gamma radiation that some of the energy was converted into particle and anti-particle pairs. This produced a huge gravitational pull that tugged the star in on itself. (Guardian Unlimited)
Exploded Star the Brightest Ever Seen May 9, 2007
The potential danger comes from the fact that explosions of massive stars generally emit jets of intense gamma radiation, among the most powerful and harmful forces in the universe. If Eta Carinae did explode and a jet was pointed in the general direction of the solar system, Livio said, Earth could be endangered. (Yahoo News -- Astronomy and Space)
Astronomers Astonished by 'Monstrous' Star Explosion May 8, 2007
Gamma radiation is the energy that prevents the outer layers of a star from collapsing; once it starts disappearing, the star's outer layer falls inward, triggering a thermonuclear explosion that destroys the star. The new findings suggest some of the first stars in the early universe, which were also very massive, went out in spectacular explosions like SN 2006gy, instead of bypassing the supernova stage and collapsing. (Space.com)
Nasa sees brightest supernova May 8, 2007
Its massive core may have produced so much gamma radiation that some of the energy was converted into particle and anti-particle pairs. This would have produced a massive gravitational pull, tugging the star in on itself and triggering runaway thermonuclear reactions that caused the massive explosion, which spewed detritus into space. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
Massive star explosion is a blast for scientists May 8, 2007
In studies that will be reported in the Astrophysical Journal, Smith and others suggest the core of 2006gy produced such massive amounts of gamma radiation that some of the energy was converted into subatomic particles of matter and anti-matter. As energy produced by the radiation fell, the star collapsed and exploded in a brilliant fury. (Houston Chronicle)
