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Biological Rhythm

Clockwork Genes
On the subject of our biological clock, this exceptional resource from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute offers free educational CD-ROMs and videos, and has webcasts of lecture series, incredible virtual labs, animations and much more.

Cancer

On Top of Cancer
This excellent site, founded by Dave Shine, M.D., serves as a cancer guide.

Mesothelioma Resource Online
Information on symptoms, diagnosis, effects & treatment of malignant mesothelioma cancer.

American Cancer Society
An abundance of information on cancer, including skin cancer.

Breast Milk Has Protein Complex That Kills Cancer Cells.
Cancer Research at Lund University

Skin Cancer Foundation
All about the different forms of skin cancer, as well as prevention, detection and treatment.

Careers and Education

Basics of Space Flight Tutorial
The basics of space travel at the Jet Propulsion Lab at NASA. The first chapter is devoted to the solar system, including, of course, information about the sun.

Dermatology

American Academy of Dermatology
This site has patient information on skin care as well as skin cancer, aging skin and skin diseases. You can also find information on dermatologists.

Beauty at any Age
The American Academy of Dermatology provides information on acne, rosacea, nails, hair, rash, skincare, aging skin,cosmetics procedures, and skin cancer. Photos of skin cancer and line drawings of self-screening are also provided.

Health and Medicine

Librarian's Index to the Internet
Resources on a variety of interesting subjects. Website contains accurate, librarian reviewed resources, including a section on health and medicine.

Ozone

What Causes the Ozone Hole to Change?
Knowing how, when and why the amount of stratospheric ozone fluctuates can help people to be more vigilant about sun exposure. (Weather.com)

Skin Disorders

FAQ on Anthrax from CDC
At the Centers for Disease Control read frequently asked questions about anthrax, including information about cutaneous (skin)infection, which is the most common form.

SkinCell International Forum for Skin Disorders
Take part in an informative and friendly forum for sufferers of skin diseases and disorders, complaints and all forms of skin trauma. Common topics include Acne Rosacea, Eczema, Psoriasis, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Folliculitis and Allergies.

Xeroderma Pigmentosum Society
Information about the genetic disease, xeroderma pigmentosum, which causes photosensitivity to UV radiation from all light sources, not just the sun. Also, gives product information for heavy duty UV protection.

Solar Energy

Solar Cars
The New Mexico Solar Energy Association has a fun program to help teach kids and adults with solar radio- controlled cars how solar electricity works.

Sun

Observe the Sun For Yourself
Stanford University Solar Center Demonstrates Safe Ways to View the Sun.


Space Weather Effects on Radios
The Space Environment Center's Radio User's page at NOAA reports on solar and geophysical activity that affects radio communication.

VHF and UHF Propagation
Worldwide TV-Fm-DX Assocation information on propagation, including the effects of solar activity.

Sun Protection

UV Protective Clothing
Kathryn L. Hatch, Professor, Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, The University of Arizona, has written a 16-page article: Garments As Solar Ultraviolet Radiation Screening Materials.

Sun Safety Advisor
The Weather Channel website offers an interactive sun safety activity. Select your city, skin type, date, time, and age to view your personal guide.

Sun Smart Policy at Happy Valley School
Remember when you weren't allowed to wear a hat and sunglasses at school? At schools in Australia, children are encouraged to do so. This program serves as an excellent model for schools all over the world.

UV Index
The Climate Prediction Center, NOAA, provides information on UV detection and forecasting for the UV index.

Technology

Camera in a Pill
Israel diagnostics company has received marketing clearance for a swallowable capsule that takes up to 50,000 pictures of the intestine.





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Last modified: 05/31/11