Thursday, April 30

Apple Says Not to Keep Your Phone in Your Pocket

Leo:

What do you think of the physics of this discussion?   Any truth to the danger risks described here??   Especially see the comments down below. Excellent discussion of hadrons vs atoms and effects on living tissues.  

It seems to me that there is enough evidence to be concerned -- not conclusive evidence and I'd love to see more independent research -- but perhaps enough to wear a goofy belt clip to avoid risks.  Maybe you should study this as part of your research??



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Sunday, April 26

Why college is worth it, even for so-so students

Interesting!

The New York Times (@nytimes) tweeted at 5:17am - 26 Apr 15:

Why college is worth it, even for so-so students nyti.ms/1Om2lkv pic.twitter.com/PmN3OuwyPt (https://twitter.com/nytimes/status/592301579321085953?s=17)

Thursday, April 2

AP Mobile: "New wave" of GMOs: pink pineapples, purple tomatoes

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"New wave" of GMOs: pink pineapples, purple tomatoes

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WASHINGTON (AP) - With recent government approval of potatoes that don't bruise and apples that don't brown, a new generation of genetically modified foods is headed to grocery shelves.

What could be next? Cancer-fighting pink pineapples, heart-healthy purple tomatoes and less fatty vegetable oils, among other products, could receive government approval in the coming years.

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AP Mobile: Engineers create boot-like device to make walking easier

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Engineers create boot-like device to make walking easier

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WASHINGTON (AP) - Engineers have come up with a motor-free device to make walking more efficient and easier - something scientists once thought couldn't be done.

The prototype exoskeleton boot runs from just below the knee to the ankle, and when you strap on a pair, you can reduce the energy it takes to walk by 7 percent. That means you won't burn as many calories.

It's wearable rob...

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