Course explores new field at intersection of genomics and society
Source: University of Wisconsin-Madison
As sequencing one’s genes becomes more common, the field of social genomics is growing.
Technology
We have always been modern, and it has often scared us
Source: The Guardian
Fears about the negative effects of technology are nothing new. Look back through history at how people responded to technological change.
Tech firms protest proposed changes to U.S. net neutrality rules
Source: Reuters
Tech companies such as Facebook and Google are urging customers to oppose changes to net neutrality rules. Read more about the issue in this article.
Total Failure: The World’s Worst Video Game
Source: NPR
Read how former video game designer Howard Scott Warshaw turned failure into a career in which he helps others going through the same thing. Read or listen to the other articles in the “Total Failure” series for more stories of lessons learned.
A Desk That Can Take a Ton of Earthquake Rubble
Source: NPR
Good design isn’t just nice to look at; it can also save lives. Read about a school desk designed for disaster.
How does the way food looks or its smell influence taste?
Source: Scientific American
What goes on in our brains before we ever put a piece of food in our mouths? Our senses of smell, sight and touch contribute a lot to how we perceive the taste of food.
Cold-water coral reef found in Irish waters is deepest yet
Source: The Irish Times
Scientists gathering data recently came upon the deepest-known cold water coral reef. It is located in Irish waters, specifically in the Atlantic Ocean. With this discovery comes the surprise and excitement of finding new species.
Devices That Know How We Really Feel
Source: The New York Times
Can you imagine a video game that can tell if you are happy or frustrated? Computers, smartphones, even cars may someday be able to identify our emotions and adjust accordingly.
Steve Jobs’ 2005 Stanford Commencement Address
Source: Stanford University/YouTube.com
In his 2005 commencement address at Stanford University, Steve Jobs tells graduating students that the key to his success was finding out what he loved.
What if you were on an elevator and the cable broke?
Source: How Stuff Works
Elevators make some people nervous—probably because they’ve seen movies that feature dramatic elevator plunges. But is there really anything to be afraid of?