Author Archives: Chris
Sebastian Thrun on the Google Car
Learn about Sebastian Thrun’s life and his experiences so far working on the self-driving automobile he helped design and test for Google.
Mitochondria Fertility Treatment Should Be Used, Council Says
The Nuffield Council on Bioethics believes a new type of fertility treatment should be approved as long as the techniques are safe and effective. The treatment could prevent a woman from passing a rare class of genetic disease to her children. Mitochondria is the genetic disease in question. Read more about the treatment at Guardian.co.uk
New Prenatal Genetics Test Offers More Information
The Reproductive Genetics Institute in Chicago has helped pioneer prenatal genetics testing which offers parents more insight into the child they are expecting. Doctors can use the technology to detect subtle chromosomal changes in a fetus, including missing or extra pieces of DNA. For more details, read the full article at ChicagoTribune.com
Scientists Angered by Shutdown of the Experimental Lakes Area station
Scientists met in Winnipeg to denounce the federal government decision shutting down a world-renowned freshwater research station. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans made the decision as part of its omnibus budget bill. The Experimental Lakes Area Station is considered to be one of Canada’s most important aquatic research areas. Read more on decision and opinions of the scientists at www.cbc.ca
Researchers Develop Method to Delay Aging of Stem Cells
Researchers at the Salk Institute have discovered contributing factors in the life of stems cells that contribute to the stem cell aging. Findings in aging of stems cells has long tail reach in the related research for disease research and cell regeneration. Stem cells in a healthy environment send signals to each other and this increases the cell potency. Degeneration … [ Read more ]
Kaggle – Making Data Science a Sport
In business, there is almost always a mismatch of talent when it is needed most. In many cases, the data driven world is deficient of scientists. And, scientists often find a shortage of real world problems. Kaggle brings data problems and data scientists together in an online marketplace. The exchange is a solution for a prize (or even just good … [ Read more ]
Nevada Builds the First Hybrid Solar-Geothermal Plant
Nevada is home to a new power system, a hybrid solar-geothermal plant. The first of it’s kind in the world is entirely driven by green power. The plant is capable of powering more than 50,000 homes. Solar power is generated when the sun is shining; and, geothermal acts as a backup when the sun is not shining. The benefit is … [ Read more ]
Crossfit or Bust
Crossfit is a high intensity workout system designed to push the human body through rigorous physical limits. The result is a powerful lean body. But, some say intensity is a recipe for injury. And, risk of injury or time off from injuries does not dissuade participants. Crossfit carries more risk of injury than most sports and can be harmful if … [ Read more ]
5 Ways to Save the Earth
Over a decade ago, a kids TV show called Captain Planet, started to educate young people (and the young at heart) about the consequences of abusing our natural resources. Today, those young people are bloggers and activists with deeper and wider arms into social activism. The message of conservation and protection, minimalism and green-living, are woven in all corners of … [ Read more ]
Switching to Barefoot Running Hurts
Eddie Izzard will run 27 marathons around South Africa — barefoot. He mentions in an interview that he has never done this before. Running in solidarity, running for health, running for fun – all barefoot. This new fitness craze has taken off. But, what is the result of millions of pattering feet on the pavement? Barefoot running injuries most occur … [ Read more ]
