In the North

New findings released on Chile’s mysterious Chinchorro mummies

3D modeling scans have revealed signs that clay burial masks were a part of the mummification process for this ancient people of the Atacama Desert.

Friday, May 17, 2013 Category: Education

Laser cowboys

3D printing helps uncover mystery of Chile’s whale graveyard

Smithsonian paleobiologist Nick Pyenson uses cutting edge technology to unravel secrets behind 5-million-year-old whale fossils found in the Atacama Desert.

Monday, May 13, 2013 Category: Education

Medical mysteries

Latest study on Chile’s “Atacama Alien” reveals it has human DNA

The ongoing mystery surrounding the discovery of a 6-inch “humanoid” in the Atacama Desert generates new answers and more questions.

Thursday, May 09, 2013 Category: Education

Leading Latin America

Scotland’s University of Edinburgh builds ties with U. de Chile

The Universidad de Chile was selected for its strong academic programs and world-class health and astronomy research centers.

Friday, May 03, 2013 Category: Education

Science and engineering

Chile hosts world’s largest International SpaceApps event

Over 130 people gathered in Santiago to participate in NASA’s worldwide hackathon challenge.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Category: Education