Month: November 2008
Pulse of the Planet Daily Audio
Tide Pools – Fragile Ecosystem
Mussels, anemones and other residents of the intertidal zone may seem hardy, but they’re sensitive to human disturbances.
November 27, 2008Bush Meat: Forestry
The progression of logging and road-building within tropical forests has contributed to the harvesting of animals for human consumption.
November 26, 2008Bush Meat: Intro
Due to the trade of wild animal meat, much of the fauna in the world’s forests are being wiped out.
November 25, 2008KSC Skateboard – Violin
Like a fine wine, a skateboard can improve with age. The catch? Don’t ride it!
November 24, 2008KSC Skateboard – Waffled
A skateboard manufacturer has found added strength in a corrugated wood design.
November 21, 2008Methane: From Cows
Cow manure is now being used as a source for electricity.
November 20, 2008Wolves and Moose – Antlers
They’re the largest antlered animal in the world and a lot faster that you’d expect them to be.
November 19, 2008KSC Skateboard – Wood
Skateboards are built using layers of Maple wood from the Great Lakes region.
November 18, 2008KSC Skateboard – Ollie
Skateboarding tricks begin with a basic trick called the Ollie.
November 17, 2008KSC Skateboard – Skateboard 101
Want to make a skateboard? Want to ride one? Here are some basics.
November 14, 2008Hydropower: Learning from Beavers
Beaver dams have inspired scientists to rethink their approach to hydropower.
November 13, 2008Hydropower: Challenged
With both humans and fish being adversely effected by conventional dams, a scientist has taken a fresh look at hydropower design.
November 12, 2008Synthetic Fragrances- Potential Danger
Could chemicals found in synthetic fragrances compromise an organism’s ability to defend itself from toxic substances?
November 11, 2008KSC Flavor – Mint
If you’re a flavor chemist, peppermint gum can suggest lots of different flavors.
November 10, 2008KSC Flavor – Animal Derived
Beef and pork may not be listed in a candy’s ingredients, but they’re often used.
November 7, 2008Synthetic Fragrances -More Than Just a Pretty Smell?
Artificial fragrances are finding their way into marine ecosystems.
November 6, 2008Ltefisk
A strong tasting fish has maintained its stature in the heritage of Scandinavian culture.
November 5, 2008Science Diary: Caterpillars – Sonorous
How does a caterpillar in distress solicit helpful ants? It screams like one.
November 4, 2008Science Diary: Caterpillars – Process
Finding caterpillars is hard enough. But science calls for cataloguing and evaluating them, too.
November 3, 2008Science Diary: Mims – Heat Island
If you can’t take the heat, get out of the city!