Science
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Skepchick Quickies 7.10
Computer + Evolution = Genius– From Fred who says, “Here’s an article on evolutionary computing, featuring Lee Graham and the Virtual Creatures he demonstrated at TAM6.” The miseries of losing one’s sense of smell– Interesting article from an author suffering from anosmia. The benefits of feeling stupid– Female Science Professor explains why, “Some of us who love research and the…
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Bisexual Species
I totally stole that title from the article that inspired this post. I just can’t wait to see how many unintentional hits we get from the buzz words in this entry. We’ve all heard/read about homosexuality in animals, which seems to support the claim that homosexuality is natural, despite the obvious lack of synergy in the reproductive department. But the…
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From Stem to Skin and Back Again
Two things: 1) People from the state of Michigan are called “Michiganders”. and 2) Science kicks ass. Now, I’ve lived in the United States my entire life, and aside from a few months at the very beginning when I favored cooing noises and little baby clicks and grunts, I’ve spoken fairly decent English. Plus, I pay what I feel is adequate attention to…
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When my favourite things collide
I don’t think that the genius of Chris Morris has penetrated the USA, which is a shame as he is one of the greatest comedy and satire brains of all time. Even in the UK, he’s somewhat counter-culture, and his satire shows such as Brass Eye and The Day Today were fairly obscure by TV standards. Oh, except for the…
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Skepchick Quickies 7.3
Scientists set sights on invisibility cloaks– From Kaylia, who in response to news that the cloak would not, “…work for a large object such as a truck, but small things such as clusters of dust particles would be good candidates,” wants to know, “If the dust behind my fridge is invisible then it doesn’t count right?” Welcome back to the…
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Which Scientist Would Win in a Fight?
Assume each person is in his or her prime. Each scientist can only use powers/abilities/weaponry associated with/discovered by/invented by him or her. The scientist’s known general demeanor should be considered — for instance, a feisty person would probably have the advantage over a sullen shut-in. No holds barred. I’ll offer the match-up and you guys fight it out in the…
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Skepchick Quickies 6.30
Cectic’s latest strip- A take on this event that had me laughing like an idiot this morning. Gendered ritual spaces and anthropology– Male anthropologist is denied access to a females-who-have-given-birth-only fertility shrine despite appeals to religious leaders. I know, it’s nothing new but as Jezebel says, “Yeah, Bob, now you know how women anthropological researchers feel much of the time. Sucks,…
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Skepchick Quickies 6.27
Today is National HIV Testing Day– The CDC reports, “The number of gay men diagnosed with HIV/AIDS is steadily rising, even as infection rates among heterosexuals and drug users have slowed.” If you’re looking for a place to get tested, try hivtest.org. Magical weather forecasting stone- From Nayelli. Uncombable hair syndrome– I wonder if this is what Harry Potter has?…
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