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  NationMaster - Encyclopedia: 1912   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
1912 (MCMXII) was a leap year starting on Monday in the Gregorian calendar (or a leap year starting on Tuesday in the 13-day-slower Julian calendar).
The 1912 Indianapolis 500, or Indianapolis 500-Mile International Sweepstakes, the second such race in history, was held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 30, 1912.
William Howard Taft (September 15, 1857 – March 8, 1930) was an American politician, the 27th President of the United States, the 10th Chief Justice of the United States, a leader of the progressive conservative wing of the Republican Party in the early 20th century, a chaired professor at Yale Law...
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/1912   (7259 words)

  
 Andre Norton (1912-2005) - SFWA News
Andre Norton, 93, the “Grand Dame of Science Fiction and Fantasy,” author, poet, editor, whose published works span seven decades, died of congestive heart failure in her Murfreesboro, Tennessee home, early Thursday morning, March 17th.
She the first woman to be a SFWA Grand Master and to be inducted in the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame.
Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA) has announced the formation of the Andre Norton Award for young adult novels.
www.sfwa.org /news/anorton.htm   (2352 words)

  
  1912 article - 1912 leap year starting Monday 1909 1910 1911 1913 1914 1915 Decades - What-Means.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
November 5 - U.S. presidential election, 1912: Democratic challenger Woodrow Wilson wins a landslide victory over Republican incumbent William Howard Taft.
Taft's base was undercut by Progressive Party candidate (and former Republican) Theodore Roosevelt, who finished second, ahead of Taft.
1912 article - 1912 definition - what means 1912
www.what-means.com /encyclopedia/1912   (1076 words)

  
 Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
The Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame was founded in 1996 by the Kansas City Science Fiction and Fantasy Society and the J.
Frederik was president of the Science Fiction Writers of America from 1974-1976 and received the SFWA Grand Master Award in 1992.
She was a superior writer and a pioneer in the field of fantasy and science fiction.
www.midamericon.org /halloffame   (2138 words)

  
 Course Specification for SCI 1912
Teachers require a broad, general knowledge and appreciation of the sciences in order to be able to teach science competently and confidently at pre-school and primary school.
Teachers need to be scientifically literate and to understand the nature of science itself through exposure to the processes and ideas of science and the arguments in the philosophy of science.
This course is specifically designed to develop a stronger background in the content and processes of science in general, and to develop a positive attitude towards science, technology and society.
www.usq.edu.au /course/specification/2002/SCI1912-S1-2002-10336.html   (1157 words)

  
 Japanese history: Meiji Period
In order to transform the agrarian economy of Tokugawa Japan into a developed industrial one, many Japanese scholars were sent abroad to study Western science and languages, while foreign experts taught in Japan.
The transportation and communication networks were improved by means of large governmental investments.
In 1912 emperor Meiji died, and the era of the ruling clique of elder statesmen (genro) was about to end.
www.japan-guide.com /e/e2130.html   (690 words)

  
 Manhattan Rare Book Company: first editions in science and medicine
First editions, offprint issues, of all three parts of Bohr’s landmark papers marking the definitive break from using classical physics at the atomic level, often cited as the foundation of our modern understanding of the atom.
First edition of Frank Rosenblatt’s widely influential contribution to the field of artificial intelligence: the introduction of the perceptron, a “hypothetical nervous system” designed to mimic some of the organizational systems used in the brain.
First printing of two of the most fundamental papers in modern physics: Thomas Young's evidence of the wave theory of light and the first statement of his interference principle and double-slit experiment, the most influential experiment in quantum theory.
www.manhattanrarebooks-science.com   (2915 words)

  
 AAS Biographical Memoirs - Arnold Hughes Ennor 1912-1977
He then proceeded to the course for the degree of master of science in the school of biochemistry; in March 1939 he was awarded first class honours, again sharing the Exhibition, and was admitted to this degree on 4 September 1939.
He later enrolled for the degree of doctor of science and in November 1943 his thesis consisting of papers on biochemistry was accepted by the examiners and he was admitted to this degree on 21 December 1943.
During the period from 1967 to 1972 responsibilities in the science area led first to the establishment of a branch and later of a division within the department.
www.asap.unimelb.edu.au /bsparcs/aasmemoirs/ennor.htm   (10316 words)

  
 Cleveland Public Library: Science and Technology   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
The Science and Technology Department collections cover Library of Congress classifications GA-GE and Q-V. Resources range from the physical and life sciences to applied technology.
The Dr. Michael A. Devitis Poultry Collection augments the natural history and life sciences materials with its classic volumes and helps to enrich material on urban agribusiness.
Science Citation Index augments the core indexes by providing citations from 1945 to date.
www.cpl.org /sdi-science-and-technology.asp   (661 words)

  
 Karl Kautsky: "Intellectuals" and party principles (1912)
He replies to the manifesto of Bernstein, Frank, Südekum, and company in another article, of which the second part has too wide a bearing not to be given in translation to our readers.
It claims that those who are, or claim to be, men of science, shall be freed from the discipline of ordinary comrades having only an “inferior and limited reasoning power”.
Their science loses all its value and ceases to interest anybody the moment they no longer belong to the party.
www.marxists.org /archive/kautsky/1912/xx/intell.htm   (1601 words)

  
 Assignment on Science Fiction Defined
James H. Cromer 3/14/01 English 175 Science Fiction 1.
The Merriam Webster Dictionary defines science fiction as “fiction dealing principally with the impact of actual or imagined science on society or individuals” (467).
…Science fiction writers can have a great deal of artistic force, for they have the power to create stories of technology and fantasy that could influence the average person’s perception of what the future could be like.
www.paperadepts.com /paper/Science_Fiction_Defined-98491.html   (132 words)

  
 1912 in science -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
The year 1912 in (A particular branch of scientific knowledge) science and (The practical application of science to commerce or industry) technology.
(The science of matter; the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions) Chemistry - not awarded
March 23 - (United States rocket engineer (born in Germany where he designed a missile used against England); he led the United States Army team that put the first American satellite into space (1912-1977)) Wernher von Braun (d.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/1/19/1912_in_science.htm   (707 words)

  
 1912   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
1912 is a leap yearstarting on Monday (link will take you to calendar)
November 5 - U.S. presidential election, 1912 : Democratic challenger WoodrowWilson wins a landslide victory over Republican incumbent WilliamHoward Taft.
April 26 - A.E. vanVogt, science fiction writer (d.
www.therfcc.org /1912-7070.html   (894 words)

  
 Science in Gjoa Haven NUNAVUT Canada - Pagelite Search The Canadian Web Directory
This is a travelogue associated with the St. Roch II "Voyage of Rediscovery" expedition, 2000.
I graduated with the MST class of 2000 in the I/S division.
Members of the Science Institute of the Northwest...
search.pagelite.ca /canada/NUNAVUT/Gjoa%20Haven/Science%20in   (602 words)

  
 A Bertram Chandler - Science Fiction Author and Master of the Rim Worlds
A (Arthur) Bertram Chandler was born in Aldershot, England in 1912, Chandler sailed the world in every-thing from tramp steamers to troop transports before emigrating to Australia in 1956.
Many of the novels had a nautical theme, with the plot moved from the seas of earth to the ships of space in the future.
Two of his short stories 'The Cage' and 'Giant Killer’ are regarded as some of the best SF stories written in the 1950's.
www.bertramchandler.com   (548 words)

  
 03.03.99 - Science Giant Glenn Seaborg, 1912-1999
He advanced the frontiers of scientific discovery in a way that few have, but this son of a machinist never forgot the opportunities the University of California and the citizens of this state provided him, and he never stopped returning the favor.
Born in 1912, Seaborg grew up in Ishpeming, Mich., and moved to Los Angeles when he was ten.
Memorial contributions may be sent to the College of Chemistry or to the Lawrence Hall of Science (checks made payable to the UC Regents): College of Chemistry, Office of the Dean, MC 1460, Attn: Jane Scheiber; or Glenn T. Seaborg Endowment, Development Office, Lawrence Hall of Science, MC 5200, attn: Kim Robinson.
www.berkeley.edu /news/berkeleyan/1999/0303/seaborg.html   (1239 words)

  
 Science/AAAS | Science Magazine: Previous Issues
Science, January 1997 to present -- abstracts/summaries, full-text HTML, and full-text PDF.
Science Classic, July 1880 to December 1996 -- full-text PDF access to all issues of Science before December 1996 (separate institutional subscription may apply).
How to access: The full text of Science issues since January 1997 is available online to AAAS members, to users at subscribing institutions, and on a pay-per-article basis.
www.sciencemag.org /archive   (1641 words)

  
 The Nation, 01/18/1912 - Science
...No one not thoroughly skilled In the science should be permitted to construct machines...
...Characteristically, before the science had progressed tar, Frenchmen were concerning themselves with most of the regulations which to-day are under discussion...
...Science Forthcoming science boohs in Holt's Home University Library include: "Psychical Research," by Prof...
www.nationarchive.com /Summaries/v094i2429_07.htm   (1009 words)

  
 The Science Of Getting Rich
1912 Getting Rich Science, The Science Of Getting Rich site was created in anticipation of the global launch of the Law Of Attraction Acceleration on 24 April 2007.
Inspired by the film “The Secret”, 1912 Getting Rich Science Team manifests the vision to contribute to the world community in expanding the awareness of the principles of “The Secret” - The Law Of Attraction.
1912 Getting Rich Science Team was initially established by “3 Secret Walkers” in the Path of The Law Of Attraction with the support and guidance of Stephen Pierce.
1912gettingrichscience.com   (2897 words)

  
 <I>Titanic</I> Director Films Wreck in 3-D   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
His new 3-D IMAX documentary, The Ghosts of the Abyss, explores rooms unseen since 1912.
Science correspondent Chad Cohen talks with Cameron tonight on our U.S. cable television program National Geographic Today.
Oceans: Science, geography, and creatures of the sea.
news.nationalgeographic.com /news/2003/04/0408_030409_tvtitanic.html   (628 words)

  
 Christian Science Monitor (1912) WOMAN SURVIVOR OF TITANIC TELLS OF THE LAST HOURS OF SHIP - 19 April 1912
Christian Science Monitor (1912) WOMAN SURVIVOR OF TITANIC TELLS OF THE LAST HOURS OF SHIP - 19 April 1912
Miss Bonnell with her uncle and aunt, Mr.
And to think that Nathalie and I wished to see an iceberg all the way over.
www.encyclopedia-titanica.org /item.php/1209.html   (985 words)

  
 ScienceDaily: Help Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
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You can start at our home page or use our search engine to look for a recent science news story.
MRI Detects Early Heart Damage In Patients With Sarcoidosis (November 15, 2006) -- To detect heart damage early in patients with the immune system disorder sarcoidosis, who are at elevated risk of dying from heart problems, magnetic resonance imaging is twice as sensitive as...
www.sciencedaily.com /articles/matter_energy/aviation   (1165 words)

  
 The Evolution of Function & Form -- 313 (5795): 1912 -- Science
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A special two-page feature -- available as individually downloadable images (suitable for slides) or in PDF form -- explores the insights on the evolution of organs such as the brain, eye, and heart, and on pattern formation in general, that are emerging from modern genetics and genomics.
www.sciencemag.org /cgi/content/short/313/5795/1912   (170 words)

  
 Ennor, Arnold Hughes - Bright Sparcs Biographical entry
Ennor was Secretary of the Commonwealth Department of Education and Science 1967-73.
Earlier he was Professor of Biochemistry 1948-67, Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Dean of the John Curtin School of Medical Research, Australian National University, Canberra.
Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science 1954.
pandora.nla.gov.au /pan/10700/20020618/www.asap.unimelb.edu.au/bsparcs/biogs/P000392b.htm   (121 words)

  
 Station Information - 1913 in science
The year 1913 CE in science and technology.
See also: 1912 in science, other events of 1913, 1914 in science and the list of years in science.
Protactinium was first identified by Kasimir Fajans and O. Göhring
www.stationinformation.com /encyclopedia/1/19/1913_in_science.html   (176 words)

  
 Science Museum - 1911: Splitting the atom: the new alchemy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Science Museum - 1911: Splitting the atom: the new alchemy
Ernest Rutherford and Hans Geiger with apparatus for counting alpha particles, Manchester, 1912
© Science Museum and Institute of Physics, 1997.
www.sciencemuseum.org.uk /on-line/electron/section3/1911a.asp   (225 words)

  
 A Short History of Nutritional Science: Part 3 (1912-1944) -- Carpenter 133 (10): 3023 -- Journal of Nutrition   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
In 1912 Casimir Funk wrote that the antiberiberi factor, because
FIGURE 1 A sister and brother (aged 5 and 3 y, respectively) showing the effects of earlier rickets, Rachford, 1912 (126).
Funk, C. (1912) The etiology of the deficiency diseases.
nutrition.org /cgi/content/full/133/10/3023   (6979 words)

  
 Carl Friedrich von Weizsäcker (1912 - 2007) | Science Quick Picks
Carl Friedrich von Weizsäcker (1912 - 2007)
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 The Nation, 02/15/1912 - Science
The editor, aided by an editorial committee, will be H.B. Grylls.
The place of honor in the "Annales de Géographie," for January 1912 is given to the introductory lecture by W.M. Davis of Harvard in his course in geography, at the Sorbonne.
A reference to the fact that he was the first lecturer on science to be chosen by the minister of public instruction was followed by an expression of his great satisfaction in being able to present to young French geographers certain principles of physical geography.
www.nationarchive.com /Summaries/v094i2433_09.htm   (1119 words)

  
 A Short History of Nutritional Science: Part 2 (1885-1912) -- Carpenter 133 (4): 975 -- Journal of Nutrition   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Articles by Carpenter, K. The American Society for Nutritional Sciences J. Nutr.
Chamberlain, W. & Vedder, E. (1912) The cure of infantile beriberi by the administration to the infant of an extract of rice polishings.
Funk, C. (1911) On the chemical nature of the substance which cures polyneuritis in birds, induced by a diet of polished rice.
www.nutrition.org /cgi/content/full/133/4/975   (7744 words)

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