Changes to Endangered Species Act Called Bad Science (LiveScience.com via Yahoo! News)
Changes that the Bush administration is proposing to make to Endangered Species Act regulations just aren't sound science, various scientists and conservation groups say. They're concerned that the loss of scientific oversight resulting from the changes will leave some species vulnerable to federal projects that could damage habitats. The Endangered Species Act (ESA), signed into law by ...

Science Applications gets $500 million contract (AP via Yahoo! Finance)
The Defense Department said Thursday it awarded Science Applications International Corp. a $500 million maintenance, repair, and supplies contract.

UPI NewsTrack Health and Science News (UPI)
Viagra might prevent heart attack, stroke ... Swiss 3-D system aids weather forecasting ... Potential type 1 diabetes therapy studied ... New microwaveable ceramic material created ... Health/Science news from UPI.

Pitt graduate given highest science honor in the U.S. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
A University of Pittsburgh alumnus is one of eight recipients of the 2007 National Medal of Science, the nation's highest honor for scientists.

No Volcanoes At Central High Science Fair (KTHV Little Rock)
After what we saw at Little Rock Central Thursday night the 28th, we can safely say there'll be no volcanoes this year. It's called Family Science Night. It's a preview party for parents and students who learn what makes a successful science project.