Anyone looking for a career change? Finding inspiration in a book on treasure hunters, Steve Arnold refocused his direction less life and has become a globe trotting Meteorite Hunter. So far he hasn’t been chased by cannibals. Chicken Little was right – Los Angeles Times “For every meteorite he discovers, he says, he finds 30 […]
An important research paper on the relationship between Count Von Count (yes, that Count) and math abilities in women.
Slate has an article that looks into the connection between peace and environmental issues. Al Gore is not the first person to win the Nobel Peace Prize for work within the environmental circle. While none of the conclusions are very strong, this provides a few things to think about. Did Al Gore deserve a Nobel […]
A study described in Scientific American shows that low levels of alcohol consumption can improve some memory functions. At least in Rats. Its a good thing there are no Rat bars, or they may be an even bigger problem. Or maybe not, since the study also showed that excessive consumption hindered performance on a number […]
BBC News reported on a new form of matter, Di-positronium, predicted in 1946 but just now created by a team in the US. BBC NEWS | Science/Nature | Mirror particles form new matter “The difference in the power available from a gamma-ray laser compared to a normal laser is the same as the difference between […]
The Washington Post has an article discussing the issues around organ donation and new laws that are making the process easier for the procurement groups. “In many hospitals, organ network representatives now routinely comb through patients’ records looking for potential donors.” New Zeal in Organ Procurement Raises Fears – washingtonpost.com
There are some jobs in life that can more accurately be described as a calling, or a service to all humankind. Others are just fun. “Sports science has always been dominated by men and for them, studying breasts is seen as slightly laughable. For women, though, it’s completely credible – they can see the benefits. […]
