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Glacier water reaches the Island

Submitted on 13 March 2007 - 2:52pm

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The melting of the artic glaciers is one of the effects of global warming. Although the loss of the ice is occurring far away from Puerto Rico, the absence of glaciers in the Island does exclude it from the effects of global warming. This, because the atmosphere, the oceans, rocks and life are interconnected systems, that are very sensitive to changes among them. The melting of the Greenland and Antarctica glaciers could cause the water level to raise 0.5 to 2 meters in next century. This will bring a string of consequences like the increase of coastal flooding and erosion, and an increase in the frequency and intensity of storms and hurricanes. Also economical activities, like tourism, fishing, and agriculture, among others, could be affected. We can still diminish the effects of global warming if we act now. By conserving energy in our homes, work places and transport we can reduce carbon dioxide emissions produce by the use of fossil fuel. A lot of countries have taken measures to reduce their greenhouse gases emissions. Puerto Rico doesn’t have to be the last to do this, and contribute to the benefit of our planet and society.

Sierra Bermeja: accounts of our history

Submitted on 12 March 2007 - 3:00pm

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Sierra Bermeja is a mountain range south of the Lajas valley, between the municipalities of Cabo Rojo and Lajas in southwestern Puerto Rico, where the oldest rocks in Puerto Rico, and some of the oldest in the Caribbean, can be found. The kinds of fossils and rocks found in Sierra Bermeja gives us a clue of the geological origins of our Island. Besides having a great geological value, Sierra Bermeja has other treasures, important for our national patrimony. Several species of endangered birds and plants live there. Also, some Indian settlement remains have been found there, including tools made of flint.

Urgent to eliminate trans fat

Submitted on 6 February 2007 - 3:53pm

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A recent study published in Harvard University’s Nutrition Journal suggests that eliminating trans fats from food reduces the risk of a heart attack. According to epidemiological studies, consuming this kind of fat, even in small amounts (2 to 7 grams a day, or 20 to 60 calories a day) increases significantly the risk of a having a heart attack. Moreover, consuming this fat is associated with neurological disorders, risk of type II diabetes and developmental problems of the fetus during pregnancy, among other things currently under investigation. In spite of the overwhelming scientific evidence, and that it has been confirmed that trans fat can be eliminated from food without largely altering the flavor or price of food, not a lot has been accomplished. *This article is part of our collaboration with El Nuevo Dia.

Nanotechnology moving forward

Submitted on 29 January 2007 - 9:19am

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Nanotechnology is present in many of the things we use everyday. However, according to a study published in Nature recently, 69% of the population knows little or nothing about nanotechnology. In this article, part of our collaboration with El Nuevo Dia, Wilfredo Ortiz, collaborator and CienciaPR member, talks about the importance of this discipline and knowing about it.

The "Bio-Island" faces fierce competition

Submitted on 19 January 2007 - 11:05pm

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We have heard a lot about biosciences and the knowledge-based economy, but, what does this really mean for Puerto Rico? CienciaPR, in collaboration with El Nuevo Dia, analyzes the proposals for the advancement of biosciences in Puerto Rico and its potential impact in the Puerto Rican society.

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The missing link of the Puerto Rican biosciences chain

Submitted on 19 January 2007 - 4:38pm

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We have heard a lot about biosciences and the knowledge-based economy, but, what does this really mean for Puerto Rico? CienciaPR, in collaboration with El Nuevo Dia, analyzes the proposals for the advancement of biosciences in Puerto Rico and its potential impact in the Puerto Rican society.

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