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Spider Silk: the super material of the future

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Post published:11 December, 2013
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Many of today’s most remarkable technological innovations come to fruition when the speed and efficiency of modern day technology is applied to natural materials found on the earth.
Spider silk, which is being hailed as “new super material of the future”, is a prime example of the combination of man and nature, as it is found right in many of our own backyards, but with technological research and testing, can be made to be useful in medicine, automobiles, and construction.
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Top free online resources for students

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Post published:1 December, 2013
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College is an important period in a person’s life. However, some students have a hard time getting the right grades, focusing and keeping organized.

One of the best ways to do this is by using free online resources. These online resources contain a wide range of study and research materials that can help a student improve their grades and study habits. Even though many students know about the availability of these resources, the problem is that they do not understand which online learning aids to use.

There are several great online resources that people can use to do well in college. What is good about these resources is that they are free.
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Gauge customer opinion with market research

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Post published:26 November, 2013
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As a business owner or manager there is nothing more important than making sure your customers are happy and your products are selling. Conducting market research allows you to gauge…

Is the Internet a good resource for academic research and writing?

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Post published:29 October, 2013
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By Simon Rogers

The Internet is a powerful resource, something that holds true for academic research and writing. There are a number of ways you can utilise the web, including journals, libraries, podcasts and short courses – to name but a few.

While the benefits are many, in this article we point out some potential time-wasting pit falls to watch out for.
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Research Libraries’ Future

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Post published:25 August, 2013
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Dame Lynne Brindley, the former CEO of the British Library and recently elected Master of Pembroke College, Oxford, presents a set of key themes tied to the future of research…

Essay writing – The Essential Guide

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Post published:8 May, 2013
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A lot of students who face the task of writing an essay, just sit and type related snippets until they reach the required word count. This type of attitude leads to poor content and lower marks. A quality piece of work requires a bit more effort and concentration. However, students who follow certain essay writing rules, can produce interesting and captivating content, which merits a good mark. Follow this essential guide to essay writing to get started with your essay.

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