One technology highlighted by NASA is solid freeform fabrication, a process that could be used to support fabrication and repair of large space structures, spacecraft primary structure and replacement components.

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They have a primary and a secondary containment structure, both made from thick reinforced concrete, to protect against the release of radioactive materials.

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Also today, Trius Therapeutics (TSRX) said a phase 3 trial of its tedizolid phosphate treatment for bacterial skin and skin structure infections met its primary endpoint.

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Under this structure from 1879 to 1913, gold served as both the primary reserve asset for central banks and the means of settling international payments deficits.

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Last month, the government's numeracy taskforce issued detailed guidelines for primary schools, calling for one hour of mathematics every day and outlining an ideal structure for the lessons.

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