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"The fundamental problems of modern astronomy are connected with the origin and evolution of stars and galaxies," says Olin Eggen, director of Australia's Mount Stromlo Observatory. "We have come to some general ideas on how stars are formed, evolve and decay, and on the dynamics of our galaxy...
From there, says Dr. Nicholas Mayall, director of Arizona's Kitt Peak National Observatory, "we will be able to study star systems in a different state of evolution from our own." In addition, such observations will clarify man's understanding of universal distances, and provide optical studies of...
Siegel's discovery poses a fascinating possibility that has long intrigued other scientists. The earth's once ammonia-and methane-rich atmosphere has since been recast through the release of subterranean gases and the evolution of oxygen-producing photosynthetic plants. Siegel believes that the Kakabekia-like organism has...
During World War II, the monthly pared its literary content, beefed up its G.I. appeal with pulpy westerns and mysteries and a parade of cheesecake by Illustrators Varga and George Petty. Following the war, Gingrich and Owner David Smart disagreed over the magazine's direction and Gingrich left. "It...
Strange Sounds. The focal point of Goodman's house, however, remains the music studio. He practices almost daily, plays for friends at parties, and often works on classical pieces with his daughter Rachel, 24, an accomplished amateur pianist. "After all," he says, "this is my life-music. I couldn...