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From global warming, to climate change, to stem cell research, to biotechnology, to many other technological innovations, independent voters aren’t interested in the usual partisan spin on science issues. Independents want to explore all sides of the scientific debate so they can make informed decisions at the ballot box. Science and technological innovation, when applied in an efficient, ethical, and transparent manner, can serve as vital tools in improving the economy, enhancing our quality of life, and crafting effective public policy. Science is all about questioning the consensus and maintaining an open mind, no matter where the facts may lead.

By | 12/23/2012 | Health Care, Science

The National Institute of Health is working with an experimental antidepressant called AZD6765, using the properties of ketamine as a model. Clinical trials run by The National Institute of Health.

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By | 11/29/2012 | Energy and Water, Headline, Issues, Science, Technology | 12 Comments

A new wave of scientific interest surrounding nuclear reactors has emerged ever since President Obama urged an “all-of-the-above” US energy policy. The Department of Energy recently announced plans to help fund a new, efficient and cost-effective blueprint for a small modular reactor design.

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Romney on Energy Policy
By | 10/08/2012 | President, Science | 30 Comments

Important open questions about Romney and climate change remain as his positions change on scientific issues like global warming and carbon taxes.

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By | 09/26/2012 | Headline, Issues, Organizations, Science | 26 Comments

A study released Friday by the Union of Concerned Scientists shows News Corp misleads on climate change. The UCS reports that two of the most popular news outlets in the US, Fox News and the Wall Street Journal, do not appropriately handle the issue.

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(Photo Credit: NASA)
By | 08/30/2012 | Budget, California, Issues, Legislation, Legislators, Science, Technology | 2 Comments

Neil Armstrong, the first human to walk on the moon, died of complications from heart surgery on Saturday. Armstrong began his path to the moon as a naval aviator serving in.

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By | 08/28/2012 | Headline, Science | 18 Comments

Hurricane Isaac has failed to spark debate on global warming but will test New Orleans’ new levee system on the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.

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tungsten an industrial metal
By | 07/29/2012 | Energy and Water, Featured, Issues, Science

Today’s infographic is the second in an infographic series with detailed and visually-arresting educational material about the modern industrial economy and its complexity. Yesterday’s infographic was about the XL Keystone.

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