Category Archives: Social Commentary
Sequestration and Science in the U.S.
As I mentioned in my previous post, I’d get back and discuss my research. However, that is for another post as I relay the frustrations of many American scientists, particularly those of us dependent on US government funded grants.Sequestration is the … Continue reading
2012 and a Norwegian Cruise
I had the ambition earlier this year to say something even if pithy about the Mayan Doomsday prediction scheduled by most Mayan Calendars to occur on December 21st. However, given it’s importance in my ‘things to do’ list, it never … Continue reading
Big Bang Theory
And you thought this was going to be another hum drum spiel on some sciency – physics type topic… My husband, myself and friends are waiting something fierce for the new season’s Big Bang Theory (BBT) to come out on Thursday … Continue reading
Rachel Maddow, Overworked America
I could say it myself but it’s better said here: http://maddowblog.msnbc.msn.com/
Who Knew! Happiest Man in America!
Discovered: The Happiest Man in America By CATHERINE RAMPELLPublished: March 5, 2011 For the last three years, Gallup has called 1,000 randomly selected American adults each day and asked them about their emotional status, work satisfaction, eating habits, illnesses, stress … Continue reading
Nobel Laureates Speak Out
On Wednesday, 17 Nobel laureates who gathered in Stockholm have published a remarkable memorandum, asking for “fundamental transformation and innovation in all spheres and at all scales in order to stop and reverse global environmental change”. The Stockholm Memorandum concludes … Continue reading
Smitten Fifty 
Wolves, Predators and Numbers
Being on Facebook and being an Animal Rescue Cross-poster, I knew I’d eventually come across non-domestic animal rights issues. In my case, the first non-domestic path crossing came in the form of the large land and sea animals; elephants, orcas and dolphins. I … Continue reading →