Astronomy Forecast – Asteroids, Fireballs, Supernova 2014J, Neptune’s Conjunction, Monster Galaxies – Video

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Apollo 13 movie fundraiser for schools

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Schools have been lining up to use Carter Observatorys new, free resource, the Astronomy Box, but theres a catch. They currently have to cover the cost of shipping. So Carter have organised a fundraising event at Lighthouse Cuba Cinema at 6pm on Thursday 20 March and all funds go towards transporting the Astronomy Box to schools as needed. Come and see a screening of the multi-Academy Award winning film, Apollo 13, and support this excellent educational programme for Greater Wellington schools.

The Astronomy Box is a remarkable resource for schools who wish to spend up to four weeks doing more in depth study of space phenomena. It is designed to inspire, explain and develop students thinking on the topic of the Earth and beyond. The box includes a telescope, solar glasses, books, activity cards, a model solar system and other resources schools may not have easy access to. Becky Bateman, Carter Observatory Learning and Programmes Developer, helped develop the box. "For a while schools have been asking after a quality space resource that is easy to use. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive! They love the quality resources that they may not have had access to previously." The Astronomy Box is particularly valuable to schools who might not be able to travel to Carter Observatory easily due to cost or distance.

Book now through Lighthouse Cuba Cinema, Ph: Phone (04) 385 3337.

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Help Carter Observatorys Astronomy Box Outreach Programme

Schools have been lining up to use Carter Observatorys new, free resource, the Astronomy Box, but theres a catch. They currently have to cover the cost of shipping. So Carter have organised a fundraising event at Lighthouse Cuba Cinema at 6pm on Thursday 20 March and all funds go towards transporting the Astronomy Box to schools as needed. Come and see a screening of the multi-Academy Award winning film, Apollo 13, and support this excellent educational programme for Greater Wellington schools.

The Astronomy Box is a remarkable resource for schools who wish to spend up to four weeks doing more in depth study of space phenomena. It is designed to inspire, explain and develop students thinking on the topic of the Earth and beyond. The box includes a telescope, solar glasses, books, activity cards, a model solar system and other resources schools may not have easy access to. Becky Bateman, Carter Observatory Learning and Programmes Developer, helped develop the box. For a while schools have been asking after a quality space resource that is easy to use. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive! They love the quality resources that they may not have had access to previously. The Astronomy Box is particularly valuable to schools who might not be able to travel to Carter Observatory easily due to cost or distance.

Book now through Lighthouse Cuba Cinema, Ph: Phone (04) 385 3337

Carter Observatory is managed by the Wellington Museums Trust with major funding support from Wellington City Council

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Nature-inspired Algorithm Book Teaches Programmers Basics of Artificial Intelligence

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The birds and the bees serve as the muse behind the mathematical formulas featured in the latest book from data scientist Jeff Heaton that releases today on Kickstarter. This new volume of the Artificial Intelligence for Humans series introduces algorithms inspired by elements of nature to teach programmers the fundamentals of AI.

"Artificial Intelligence for Humans is a series of books that presents the topic in a mathematically gentle manner," said Heaton. "Computer programmers are not necessarily wizards of all the Calculus, Linear Algebra and Statistical concepts that are required to work with AI. This series will help programmers apply the ideas of AI to data analysis by fully explaining all the relevant math techniques and providing real-life examples."

As an important component to the fields of Data Science and Big Data, Artificial Intelligence allows businesses to capitalize on vast amounts of collected data so they can tailor their products to customer needs. Personalizing products for customers through data mining offers businesses the ability to enhance their services and profitability.

Heaton's latest volume on AI explores how genomes, cells, ants, birds, and evolution as well as other natural processes influence programming and provides useful applications for the IT professional interested in delving into this dynamic field of computer science.

Programming examples are provided in Java, C# and Python. Additional languages may be added as stretch goals during the Kickstarter campaign.

Heaton will seek Kickstarter pledges to support this book, prior to its August 2014 publication date, at levels between $5 and $250.

The first volume, Fundamental Algorithms (ISBN: 978-1493682225), attracted 818 backers and achieved 755% of its Kickstarter funding goal on July 10, 2013. It was delivered on time to project supporters in December 2013.

About Jeff Heaton: Data Scientist, computer programmer and indie publisher specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Jeff is an active technology blogger, open source contributor, and author of more than ten books. Having worked fifteen years in the life insurance industry, Jeff is a Fellow of the Life Management Institute and a senior member of the IEEE.

For more information about the Artificial Intelligence for Humans series, please contact Jeff Heaton [jheaton(at)heatonresearch(dot)com] or visit the following sites:

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Fattah Aerospace Keynote at SciTech 2014 – Dual Perspective with GoogleGlass – Video

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Stem cells to fight brain diseases say Cambridge scientists

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Sufferers of serious brain diseases could one day be helped by stem cell treatments , according to scientists at Cambridge University.

Scientists at the University hope to be able to use the regenerative power of stem cells to treat major brain conditions such as Parkinsons and Huntingtons disease.

Their findings are expected to be revealed at the Cambridge Festival of Science next month.

Robin Franklin, the newly appointed Professor of Stem Cell Medicine, will be discussing his research into central nervous system regeneration and the possibility of treating multiple sclerosis.

He said: The brain, although capable of unmatched feats of adaptability, is generally considered to be an organ that is very poor at mending itself after injury.

However, one particular type of brain cell, called the oligodendrocyte the cell that makes the myelin wrapping around nerve fibres can be regenerated when lost in disease by the brains own stem cells.

By studying in the laboratory how brain stem cells generate new oligodendrocytes it has been possible to identify ways in which this important regenerative process might be achieved in the clinic, offering the

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District announces science fair winners

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CASPER -- On Saturday, Feb. 1, approximately 100 students from Casper Classical Academy, Poison Spider, St. Anthonys Tri Parish School, Douglas, Wheatland, Verda James, Sagewood, Manor Heights, Pineview, Midwest, University Park, Excell Academy, Paradise Valley Christian, and children who are home schooled in grades 6 through 12 participated in the District & Regional Science Fair at Verda James Elementary School in Casper.

The competition routinely attracts some of the most gifted and talented students who will represent several scientific disciplines, such as biochemistry, physics, medicine and health, and engineering.

A panel of more than 25 trained judges evaluated the projects and determined scores based on strength of presentation and comprehension of subject matter. Cash prizes were awarded to outstanding participants in the Regional Fair, and the top placing student scientists will advance to the Wyoming State Science Fair.

The first and second place cash prize winners in the Regional Science Fair were:

Animal Science: 1., Decker Anderson, Wheatland; 2., Megan Lovitt, Douglas.

Behavioral and Social Sciences: 1., Emily Wright, Wheatland; 2., Bailee Wistisen, CCA.

Biochemistry: 1., Abram Hansen, CCA; 2., Rachel Battershell, Wheatland.

Cellular: 1., Bastian Hansen, CCA.

Chemistry: 1., Chandra Frank, St. Anthonys; 2., Meghan Dean, St. Anthonys.

Computers: 1., Sam James, CCA; 2., Brandon Florence, CCA.

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