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Simulating the Masters
The New York TimesViolins crafted in the 18th century by Italian masters like Stradivari or Guarneri del Gesu have long been revered by makers and players alike. Scientists are now using high-tech tools to learn how specific parts of these violins contribute to the overall sound. More…
Electronic Brain in an Artificial Foot
The New York TimesScientists have developed an "intelligent" prosthesis that closely mimics the action of a human foot. Costing $12,000 to $18,000, Ossur's Proprio Foot uses motion sensors, actuators and software to replace lost muscle function and keep track of where it is in space. More…
Your Guide to Tut
The Chicago TribuneThis is an interactive map of one of the floors in The Field Museum in Chicago, which is currently displaying artifacts related to King Tut and Egypt. Visitors to the website can click on different rooms for a brief summary of what is displayed. More…
How Cyclones Are Formed
Agence France-PresseHow and where cyclones and other tropical storms occur. Some good animated and explainatory graphics. More…
Imagining the Tenth Dimension
A series of Flash-based visualizations explaining each of the 10 dimensions. Complements a book by same title. More…
Oil: Travelogue of Addiction
The Chicago TribuneReporter traces oil from a Illinois gas station back to the troubled countries it came from. More…
WorldCup Coverage
El Mundoelmundo.es Soccer WorldCup coverage. It includes audio slideshows and multimedia graphics about players and stadiums. More…
AIDS 25th Anniversary
El Mundoelmundo.es multimedia coverage of AIDS 25th Anniversary. It includes a multimedia interview to David Ho, a video introduction about AIDS in Spain, a audio slide show and maps about AIDS in Africa and a timeline. More…
Welcome to the Herald-Tribune's New Headquarters
Herald-TribuneThe Sarasota Herald-Tribune moved into a new building, designed by Miami-based architects Arquitectonica. This page gives the reader an interactive tour with 360-degree photos, background on the design with photos, video and an architecture Q&A. More…
CritterCam
National GeographicWhat do wild animals do when weíre not around? Find out with National Geographicís Crittercam. Safely worn by wildlife, Crittercams capture video, sound, and other information, giving us rare views of the private lives of animals. By allowing us this animalís-eye view, Crittercams help to solve scientific mysteries. And what we learn from Crittercams helps us protect the very animals that wear them. More…
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