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Better Concrete

Monday, June 17th, 2013
Roman concrete, Al-torbermorite. Sustainability, Technology, KAUST, Berkeley, ALS. Image: Carol Hagen

Roman concrete constructed 2,000 years ago is still strong today, even under rough sea. In contrast, the concrete we manufacture only lasts around 100 years.

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Marine Life in the Desert

Thursday, May 30th, 2013
Terry Gosliner, Luiz Rocha, middle east, desert, reef, red sea, aden, gulf, kaust, saudi, arabia, oman, indian ocean, nudibranchs, fish, overfishing

Academy researchers Terry Gosliner and Luiz Rocha head to the Middle East to look for marine life.

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