Fractal Wallpaper
Friday, June 9th, 2006
This site has some really nice images of fractals, which are available to download. They can be used as wallpaper for computer desktops.
Archive for the 'Science' Category
Giant Crystals In Cave
Wednesday, June 7th, 2006
When I first saw these images, I thought they were fake. When they say giant crystals, they mean GIANT crystals. What I found most interesting, however, were the conditions inside the cave: 150 degrees farenheit and 100% humidity. The photography team could only stay in the cave for a few minutes at a time before having to leave.
Benford’s Law: The Number One Is Number One
Saturday, December 3rd, 2005
This is a fairly short and easy read about a weird statistical phenomenon known as Benford’s Law.
Remote Control For Humans
Wednesday, October 26th, 2005
This is really bizarre, especially since the reporter went through the process himself. By messing with his sense of balance, the researchers were able to control his movements—even against his will.
Facts About the Bird Flu
Friday, October 14th, 2005
The bird flu has been in the news lately. I’ve been following it for nearly a year now (some of you may remember my mass email on the topic that I sent last February), and I’ve written an article discussing flu pandemics in general and the bird flu specifically. It contains important information that I think everyone should know, as well as the latest news on the subject. So check it out and let me know what you think.
Hurricane Katrina
Saturday, September 3rd, 2005
A basic explanation of hurricanes, as well as specific details about why Katrina was so destructive. Also, the best picture of a hurricane I’ve ever seen.
Link: http://arstechnica.com/…
There’s also a movie that someone made from satellite images:
Is Your Boss a Psychopath?
Saturday, August 20th, 2005
This may sound funny at first, but it’s a serious article about the type of people who run large corporations. It’s a long read, but you get the gist of it from the first few paragraphs.
