Archive for the 'science' Category
January 2nd, 2007
what about 2007 and this blog
Well pretty much the same as last year…. (as a reference to the past, a blog is unbeatable) Photography has nearly taken over this blog, i.e. my venture into digital photography has been very enjoyable. My D200 and the bulky but good 17-55mm zoom have served me well. The “success” of the photography part of
September 14th, 2006
smart website
I just found out about this web site: TEDBLOG
June 6th, 2006
listen to this
I listen often to NPR, i mean daily! Described in one the word: quality. For example listen to this commentary by Jim Bildner. And, before i forget, science and medicine news reporting is top-notch!
February 22nd, 2006
The Botany of Desire by Michael Pollan
What a nice book from a good storyteller. And what is all about? Plants as protagonists in an evolutionary struggle with the rest of the world, and that world includes us. Apples, tulips, cannabis and the potato are the main characters of this tale. This thoroughly researched book will be informative for anybody who cares
January 21st, 2006
I Wish I’d made you angry earlier by Max Perutz
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