Tuesday, May 27, 2008
News on the solar front
This article shows how a new material could change the typical output of solar cells from 15% to an amazing 44%.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Our old friend the light switch
Which is better, turning off the fluorescents or leaving them on? this article addresses that very question. It turns out that hitting the switch is actually the better option.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Regrow tissues
This article tells the story of the beginning steps of the field of regenerative medicine.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
An update on the sail powered cargo ship
This article details the results of a 2 month voyage. The ship saved 20% or 2.5 tons of fuel! 2 . 5 TONS! But old technology is never good technology...
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
from the depths
Scientific American has a great article on the new projects that aim towards using the oceans to produce renewable energy.
Friday, February 8, 2008
Ethanol a "corny" solution?
My wife found this article that sheds some needed light on ethanol production and the effects of expanding production to meet global needs.
Thursday, February 7, 2008
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