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Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill Response

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The impacts on wetlands due to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill are only now being addressed. There is an "all call" for volunteers and professionals to help to work on cleaning up the mess. The following link is the unified command website that lists the activities and ways you can help.

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Rear Admiral Landry Approves “Top Kill” Procedure

Federal On-Scene Coordinator Rear Admiral Mary Landry, acting on the validation of government scientists and in consultation with the National Incident Commander Admiral Thad Allen, has granted approval for BP to begin proceeding with their attempt to cap the well using the technique known as the “top kill.”

This expedited step provides the final authorization necessary to begin the procedure.
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The Department of Energy's Scientific Response to the Oil Spill

Secretary Chu and the Department of Energy’s National Laboratories provide round-the-clock scientific support to help inform strategies to stop the BP oil spill. Secretary Chu and his team of scientists brainstorm ideas about the most effective scientific and engineering approaches to the problem, providing expert advice and technical support validation, testing assumptions, and making engineering calculations to help BP think through their approach.
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Erosion Control Forum – Information on erosion control devices and resources Skip to content Abstract Nanotechnology (NT) The National Nanotechnology Initiative defines nanotechnology as understanding and controlling matter at dimensions between approximately 1 and 100 nanometers, where unique phenomena enable novel applications. Introduction Nanotechnology offers the potential to effectively treat contaminants in situ, avoiding excavation or the need to pump contaminated water out of the ground. The process begins with nanoparticles being injected into a contaminated aquifer via an injection well. Role of Nanotechnology Nanotechnology plays a crucial role in improving wind turbine performance...
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An Ecological Niche:
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