Biological Rhythm
Clockwork Genes
On the subject of our biological clock, this exceptional resource from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute offers free educational CD-ROMs and videos, and has webcasts of lecture series, incredible virtual labs, animations and much more.
Hibernating Bats
Bats that hibernate during
winter are awakened by cues from their environment,
such as temperature change, or by their internal
clocks. (Bat Conservation Trust)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
The National Mental Health Association has a virtual fact sheet on SAD, which is caused by low levels of sunlight.
Cancer
On Top of Cancer
This excellent site, founded by Dave Shine, M.D., serves as a cancer guide.
Mesothelioma Resource Online
Information on symptoms, diagnosis, effects & treatment of malignant mesothelioma cancer.
American Cancer Society
An abundance of information on cancer, including skin cancer.
Breast Milk Has Protein Complex That Kills Cancer Cells.
Cancer Research at Lund University
Got Cancer Killers?
Background information on Lund University Cancer Research found in Discovery Magazine article.
Skin Cancer Foundation
All about the different forms of skin cancer, as well as prevention, detection and treatment.
Careers and Education
Education in Photobiology
Photobiology Online has information about careers and education in the field of photobiology. You can also take a photobiology quiz.
Basics of Space Flight Tutorial
The basics of space travel at the Jet Propulsion Lab at NASA. The first chapter is devoted to the solar system, including, of course, information about the sun.
Skin Cancer Screening
You can search at the American Academy of Dermatology website for a skin cancer screening facility near you.
Solar to the Max
During the peak of the sunspot cycle, Labor Day weekend 2000, beachgoers flocked to the beach. Does an increase in solar activity mean an increase in sunburns and skin cancer? Read about it at the NASA Kids website.
Dermatology
American Academy of Dermatology
This site has patient information on skin care as
well as skin cancer, aging skin and skin diseases.
You can also find information on dermatologists.
Beauty at any Age
The American Academy of Dermatology provides information on acne, rosacea, nails, hair, rash, skincare, aging skin,cosmetics procedures, and skin cancer. Photos of skin cancer and line drawings of self-screening are also provided.
Gardening/Botany
How to Deal with Too Much Algae in Your Water Garden
One of the reasons for too much algae in your pond is intense sunlight. Watergarden.com provides solutions to get rid the green water.
UV Radiation and Zooplankton in subarctic ponds
A study that focuses on the effect of Ultraviolet radiation on the vertical migration of daphnia.
Health and Medicine
Librarian's Index to the Internet
Resources on a variety of interesting subjects. Website contains accurate, librarian reviewed resources, including a section on health and medicine.
Light
Atmospheric Optics
The effect of light on water drops, dust or ice crystals in the
atmosphere producing phenomena, such as rainbows, halos,
and coronas.
Ozone
What Causes the Ozone Hole to Change?
Knowing how, when and why the amount of stratospheric ozone fluctuates can help people to be more vigilant about sun exposure. (Weather.com)
Products
Coolibar
Sun protective clothing, hats, swimwear, sunglasses, parisols, and sunscreen. Received the Skin Cancer Foundation Seal of Approval for their sun protective products.
Flawless Tan
A new sunless tanning product that gives you a streakless tan.
Glacier Glove
Sun protection products: sun hats, shades and
gloves. See their convertible sun hat that
protects your neck.
Mystic Sun Protection Swimwear
Australian family-owned business has sun
protection clothing and swimwear for the entire
family.
Photobiology/photochemistry
Light and Life
Photobiology Online's brochure on the basics of photobiology. Topics: photomedicine, photosynthesis, environmental photobiology, photochemisty, and photosensory biology.
Skin Disorders
FAQ on Anthrax from CDC
At the Centers for Disease Control read frequently asked questions about anthrax, including information about cutaneous (skin)infection, which is the most common form.
SkinCell International Forum for Skin Disorders
Take part in an informative and friendly forum for sufferers of skin diseases and disorders, complaints and all forms of skin trauma. Common topics include Acne Rosacea, Eczema, Psoriasis, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Folliculitis and Allergies.
Xeroderma Pigmentosum Society
Information about the genetic disease, xeroderma pigmentosum, which causes photosensitivity to UV radiation from all light sources, not just the sun. Also, gives product information for heavy duty UV protection.
Solar Energy
Photovoltaics: Turning Sunlight into Electricity
Department of Energy has information about solar cells and their use.
Solar Cars
The New Mexico Solar Energy Association has a fun program to help teach kids and adults with solar radio- controlled cars how solar electricity works.
Solar Energy
Raymond Bahm and Associates, P.E. provides intro to solar energy with several resource recommendations
Sun
Observe the Sun For Yourself
Stanford University Solar Center Demonstrates Safe Ways to View the Sun.
Solar Cinema
Scroll down the page to view an animation of the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory's video of an eruptive prominence on the sun, captured with the Extreme Ultraviolet Imaging (EUI)telescope.
Solar Physics: Magnetism and the Sun
At the Marshall Space Flight Center website from NASA, learn about solar magnetic fields.
Space Weather: Sun
The Environmental Space Center at NASA has solar data categorized by topics, such as meausurements, models, alerts and forecasts.
Sunspot Numbers
Basic information from NASA on the sunspot cycle.
Space Weather Effects on Radios
The Space Environment Center's Radio User's page at NOAA reports on solar and geophysical activity that affects radio communication.
VHF and UHF Propagation
Worldwide TV-Fm-DX Assocation information on propagation, including the effects of solar activity.
Sun Protection
UV Protective Clothing
Kathryn L. Hatch, Professor, Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering,
The University of Arizona, has written a 16-page article: Garments As Solar Ultraviolet Radiation Screening Materials.
Sun Safety Advisor
The Weather Channel website offers an interactive sun safety activity. Select your city, skin type, date, time, and age to view your personal guide.
Sun Smart Policy at Happy Valley School
Remember when you weren't allowed to wear a hat and sunglasses at school? At schools in Australia, children are encouraged to do so. This program serves as an excellent model for schools all over the world.
UV Index
The Climate Prediction Center, NOAA, provides information on UV detection and forecasting for the UV index.
Technology
Camera in a Pill
Israel diagnostics company has received marketing clearance for a swallowable capsule that takes up to 50,000 pictures of the intestine.
Webcasts
Webcasts
Includes audio and video programs.
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