Science
Feds Propose Tougher Mining Regulations, But Is It Enough?
solveclimate.com — Over the past week, federal regulators have begun to tighten environmental rules for mining operations. They’re taking steps in the right direction, environmental advocates say, but only baby steps – much more is needed. More…
How to Sit in a Chair; An Excerpt
paranormalpeopleonline.com — The following excerpt is a sneak preview of my current work-in-literary-progress, â��How to Sit in a Chairâ�� is a book Iâ��ve been working on for some years. I thought Iâ��d share it with you, if only to fish for feedback and criticism. More…
WordPress Wrevolution
comprendia.com — WordPress is everywhere, and its ease of installation and use will result in changes for many different types and sizes of companies, including life science and biotechnology. This post offers an overview of the changes as well as valuable resources for those interested in starting a WordPress blog or website to utilize social media and web 2.0. More…
Walking is faster than riding airport people movers
blogs.princeton.edu — The current issue of New Scientist magazine reports on two new mathematical models created by a Princeton researcher demonstrating that airport "people movers" -- those human conveyor belts that propel passengers from point A to B -- tend to slow down travelers. More…
Iran Observatory to Broadcast Solar Eclipse Live Online
bakedpanda.blogspot.com — It is being reported that the Isfahan Kowsar Observatory in Iran will be providing live online coverage of the longest total solar eclipse of the 21st century. The eclipse is scheduled take place on Wednesday July 22, 2009, and will the longest lasting eclipse until it is surpassed in duration on June 13, 2132. More…
Healthcare & Life science experts: tips to twitter success
q1productions.com — Twitter provides the perfect platform for healthcare & life science organizations to spread news and reach new consumers and prospective clients. A key concern is the generation of a strong twitter following. We decided to poll some of the health care and life science experts and ask them how they had acquired and maintained so many followers. More…
How I Built My Raingarden To Correct An Erosion Gully In My
gardenersindex.ning.com — Did you ever have a problem a low spot in your yard where things wont grow because water puddles there after it rains? Maybe you want to fix an erosion gully where rainwater drains away from a downspout or a natural low area. There is an awesome natural and attractive solution that also creates new natural habitat; Plant a Raingarden! More…
More Storm Clouds for FAA-Weather Service Plan
voices.washingtonpost.com — More storm clouds brewing over the FAA and National Weather Service plans to consolidate forecasting offices at air traffic control centers? (Getty) The back-and-forth between the FAA and National Weather Service hit turbulence today, when a government expert suggested... More…

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