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It hasn’t been easy for Suite101 to catch up with Julie Angus, the first woman to row across the Atlantic ocean. The adventurer, scientist and environmental activist is either atop her bicycle, hiking in the woods, or rowing around the world. We’re thrilled to welcome her as Suite101’s latest celebrity writer. Hear from Julie what it’s like to get intimate with oceanic ecosystems while being pummeled by hurricanes on her Atlantic ocean crossing. Then find out how she tackles the writing process in this three-part interview with Suite101 Science & Nature editor Jill Browne. Julie Angus's articles:
Science & Nature on Suite 101 is the place to learn the basics of many science topics, and at the other end of the spectrum, to look closely at some wonderful discoveries in the world around us. We are proud of the depth and breadth of expertise of the Science & Nature writers. Science & Nature Showcase Crime Scene Cleanup (Forensic Science) First Day of Fall (Astronomy) Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells (Microbiology) Satellites See Kasatochi Eruption (Natural Disasters) Hydrogen as an Alternative Energy Source (Environmentalism) What is the Montauk Monster? (Zoology) European Eels Declining Because of Nematodes (Marine Biology) Success in College Physics Classes (Physics) Lightning Fact and Fiction (Natural Disasters) What is Game Theory? (Math) feature articles
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The Night Sky for December 2008 In: Stargazing By: This December, the stars and planets celebrate the start of winter in the Northern Hemisphere with conjunctions and great viewing opportunities for long nights. more... In: Minerals The three types of rocks are the basic foundation of Geology as a science. Knowing how these rocks form can give insight into how to identify them out in the field. more... Heaviest 24-Hour Rainfall in U.S. History Although tropical storm Claudette never became a hurricane, it produced more rainfall and flooding than many hurricanes that have occurred over the years. more... Environmental Damage to Coral Reef Biodiversity In: Environmentalism Coral Reefs, the marine equivalent to tropical rainforests, are losing their environmental struggle against bleaching, climate change, pollution and overfishing more... In: Geology/Ecology Navigators and map makers have been using compasses for centuries. Here's a quick and easy way to make a compass of your own with everyday household materials. more... Plan to End Overfishing Proposed By: Adoption of catch shares in commercial fishing is seen as one way to advert the economic and environmental disaster that will occur if overfishing continues. more... How to Become an Amateur Astronomer Hobbyist In: Stargazing By: Many people interested in astronomy pursue it as a hobby. Amateur astronomers become quite knowledgeable about the night sky from their hobby. Here's how to get started. more... All feature articles in Science & Nature leading contributors
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