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NASA’s Mars Science Laboratory mission is preparing to set down a large, mobile laboratory — the rover Curiosity — using precision landing technology that makes many of Mars’ most intriguing regions viable destinations for the first time. During the 23 months after landing, Curiosity will analyze dozens of samples drilled from rocks or scooped from the ground as it explores with greater range than any previous Mars rover.

The rover’s electrical power will be supplied by a U.S. Department of Energy radioisotope thermoelectric power generatorCuriosity will carry the most advanced payload of scien- tific gear ever used on Mars’ surface, a payload more than 10 times as massive as those of earlier Mars rovers. Its assignment: Investigate whether conditions have been favorable for microbial life and for preserving clues in the rocks about possible past life.

Look inside the clean room at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, Calif., to watch the next Mars rover being built (http://www.ustream.tv/nasajpl).

Dear colleagues, “Journal of Thermoelectricity” Publishers informs you of continuing subscription for the journal of 2007.

“Journal of Thermoelectricity” is the only international journal of such profile. It has been published in Ukraine since 1993 by Institute of Thermoelectricity of the National Academy of Sciences and Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine. The journal publication is promoted by the International Thermoelectric Academy, especially as regards qualified reviewing of papers.

The server that powers this website (and my email) has been experiencing serious difficulties, including some fairly prolonged downtime. Sorry for that. Please be patient while I work through this. I have a 'surge' in mind which I'm sure will fix things if troubles persist.

Prof. George S. Nolas, Web: http://chuma.cas.usf.edu/~gnolas

A postdoctoral position in experimental Materials Physics is open for
immediate availability in the Novel Materials Laboratory in the Physics
Department at the University of South Florida under a Department of
Energy funded research program. The research involves the search for
new materials for power conversion applications including synthesis,
characterization and physical properties measurements. Good
communication skills (oral and written) are required and daily
interaction with students and faculty in a group environment is typical.
The ability to set-up new equipment and experiments as well as maintain
existing equipment is also required. A PhD in experimental Materials
Physics or related field is required and postgraduate experience is
desirable.

Applicants should send an e-mail with current position and a list of
research accomplishments and goals, and include attachments that contain
(i) a resume; (ii) list of publications; (iii) list of conference
presentations; (iv) a statement of research experience and (v) at least
three references to gnolas@cas.usf.edu.

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