Cool Links Directory - Science > Astronomy

Point Up and Click

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:15:08 -0800
The 2012 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition is now accepting entries. John Matson reports
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Can Science Be Done Without Secrecy?

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:22:52 -0800
In his book, Reinventing Discovery: The New Era of Networked Science , Physicist Michael Nielsen discusses why scientists jealously guard their data and are slow to adopt online tools for collaboration. Nielsen talks about why attempts to create science wikipedias have failed.
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Britons reach for their telescopes as Brian Cox and BBC spark huge interest in astronomy

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:21:41 -0800
Latest generation of 'go-to' telescopes lets those without a degree in mechanical engineering look to the heavens Across Britain, men, women and children are turning to the heavens. Thanks to a boom in technology and a series of television promotions by some star showbiz names, amateur astronomy is going through its own big bang in popularity. Amazon has reported a 500% increase in telescope ...
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Lane Weinberg: Breaking New Ground Along the Final Frontier

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 04:31:23 -0800
In addition to debuting a new blog, science-and-fantasy scribe Labe Weinberg achieves milestones with the 250th post and 5,000th reader comment on his popular “Goblin, Unicorn and Dragon” site.Wilbraham, MA (PRWEB) January 26, 2012 Intrepid blogger Lane Weinberg is at it again, announcing new milestones this week in his burgeoning blogging career. ...
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Star Maps From Mobile App Maker Brings Astronomy to the Masses

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:33:14 -0800
The makers of Starmap are offering users free customizable star maps and other educational tools.
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Amazing Astronomy Illustrations From the 1800s Resurface Online