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Huge asteroid buzzing Earth has its own moon
2013-05-30 23:15:20| CNET News.com
New NASA radar images reveal a previously unobserved smaller satellite asteroid orbiting monstrous space rock "QE2." [Read more]
Earth likely to warm between 2 and 6 degrees Celsius this century
2013-05-30 20:02:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Mongabay: A new study by Australian scientists projects that the world will likely warm between 2 and 6 degrees Celsius (3.6 to 10.8 degrees Fahrenheit) from pre-industrial levels by 2100. The study published in Nature Climate Change finds that exceeding the 2-degree threshold is very likely under business-as-usual emissions scenarios even as scientists have long warned that passing the 2-degree mark would lead to catastrophic climate change. "This study ultimately shows why waiting for certainty will fail...
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If Earth had rings like Saturn, the sky would look like this
2013-05-22 15:00:00| CNET News.com
Space and science fiction illustrator Ron Miller has created magnificent images of how Earth's skies would appear if our planet had giant rings. [Read more]
Earth Observation Specialist Altimetry SCJ 2632
2013-05-22 00:35:36| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Summary An opportunity for an engineer or scientist with an altimetrysatellite data background and knowledge of ground segment processing systems. The post is based at the team in UK head office but requires experience of working with ESA and industry. Objective To provide technical support to the existing VEGA team in the domain of Earth observation with adaptability to work on operations tasks and data processing development activity within a service contract. The candidate may be required to travel within Europe and must we willing and able to liaise with clients and subcontractors when needed. Responsibilities Duties Tasks will include Satellite data quality activities to support our existing team responsible for Definition and Implementation of Sensor Performance, Products and Algorithms SPPA Activities for ESA Earth Observation missions. These include supporting ESA activities which are required on a regular basis. Support of data processing campaigns. These are intensive periods of work and require good preparation and efficient execution. Supporting enhancements and new tasks related to the operations of the data processing ground segments. This may involve some software development or monitoring of data products. Other tasks as directed by the project manager Qualifications Experience University degree in a relevant subject and previous experience on altimetryEarth observation missions. Good handson experience if ground segment data processing systems, preferably in an operations scenario. Essential Skills Knowledge of altimetryprinciples and theory Expertise and understanding of Earth observation data Software skills for data products Knowledge of satellite altimetry missions IT skills Excel IDL Desirable Skills Knowledge of EO instruments including design and development. Linux Scripting eg Python VBA Qualities Strong customer service attitude. Dynamic and proactive with strong team ethos Further Details All roles within Telespazio VEGA have a defined closing date, however if a successful candidate is found before the advert expires the role will be closed early. We would therefore advise any candidate to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Closing Date for applications is 25th June 2013 Location of the position is Luton, UK Benefits Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including holiday, life assurance and a contributory pension scheme are offered to the successful candidate Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.
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NASA funds 3D food printer, to combat hunger in space and on Earth
2013-05-21 17:10:02| Extremetech
The space agency recently awarded a $125,000 grant to a project aimed at 3D printing food for astronauts, and while the space agency's main concern is efficient food storage for long-haul space flights, creator Anjan Contractor hopes his technology could help people here on Earth get access to the volume and variety of food they need.
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