Science Tuesday: Corny Carbon Conundrum
I feel a little bit like a traitor writing this post. I was trained as a maize geneticist and the recent interest, scientific and financial, in corn-based ethanol as a biofuel has been a boon to anyone...
View ArticleScience Tuesday: In praise of open access and nosy parents
Today at A Free Man: The Real Deal One of the several things that I will miss about working in academia is unfettered access to academic journals. The cliche of academics locked away in ivory towers is...
View ArticleOpen Access Science Tuesday: Diesel Fuming
"Breathe in all the diesel fumes Admire the concrete landscaping And doesn't it feel free?" -Jay Farrar - "Feel Free" There is nothing to induce a simmering fury in me on my morning bicycle commute...
View ArticleOpen Access Science Tuesday, err, Wednesday: Vigorous Vegans
Science Tuesday is running a day behind this week, but better late than never. Those of you who know me will realize how difficult it is for me to report this research. I am a carnivore. I find any...
View ArticleScience Tuesday: In Response to an Animal Rights Apologist
I'm as fond of animals as the next guy. Maybe even, as I contemplate the exorbitant cost of transporting my seven year old dog to Australia, a little fonder than most. Like most folks, I love little...
View ArticleScience Tuesday: Breath-taking insanity
The subtitle of this post my very well turn out to be "How I Alienated My Religious Readers" but I got a little something stuck in my craw while reading up for this week's Science Tuesday. My last job,...
View ArticleScience Tuesday: Lies on the Motel TV
In last week's lively Science Tuesday comment stream, Matthew pointed out that one of the things that many scientists struggle with is communicating with the public. I think that he's dead on target....
View ArticleNot quite Science Tuesday: Life after the lab
Regular readers may remember about a month of whinging and hand wringing about my lack of employment, demoralization and general shittiness. Funny, that. Just a week or so after taking on one job I've...
View ArticleMovin’ on up
For some time, I've been a little concerned about security in term of this here blog. By throwing my real name, not to mention a number of personal details, around the internets I've wondered if I'm...
View ArticleMy Everlasting Love For Carmen Sandiego
These days, technology has made computer games a regular part of life, but it was not always this way. When I was younger, my family could not afford a computer, so the only time I got to play games...
View ArticleThe Growth of Advertising and SEO on the Internet
Online advertising revenue has grown significantly in recent years, and that trend is only likely to continue, as it is expected that global advertising revenue will hit $260.4 billion by the year...
View ArticleUnderstanding How Popular Cyber Crime Is Right Now
Cyber crime has been around for a long time as hackers aim to trouble people and businesses, while still making money along the way. It can be a disturbing experience, but it’s best to pinpoint cyber...
View ArticleBest Treatments Available in NYC for Children With Autism
For those who reside in New York City, you will want to make sure to find a good solution for autism. You will want to go to the right clinics, so a proper treatment is put in place for children that...
View ArticleHow You Can Find The Best New York Apartments
A lot of people that look at apartments in New York are disillusioned when they see what is available. It is hard not to feel disappointed when you see the high rents and small apartments. With that...
View ArticleA Basic Guide To Stocks And Options – What You Should Know
While most people have a fairly clear understanding of what stocks are, most only have a vague idea on what options are all about. You don’t need to worry, though, because, in this article, we are...
View ArticleFashion and Design in Different Cultures
There are particular types of clothing you’ll find all around the world. For example, people wear dress pants in many different cultures. With that said, you’ll see a lot of differences in fashion and...
View ArticleWhat to Do if You Don’t Have Time to Update Your Facebook Business Page
Most businesses recognize the raw power of Facebook and all that it brings to the business environment. It can be used for many purposes, and most people use it to keep in touch with family and...
View ArticleSearching for the Best Car Leasing Deals With Bad Credit
If you have bad credit, no deposit that presents quite a hurdle in many important areas of life. You’ll struggle to be approved for credit cards, housing, and even fair car leasing deals. The latter is...
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