Nature

Man Made Trees Invite Natural Species To Return Home

Once an agricultural area, the commercial/industrial city of Leeds, England has displaced millions of birds, bats, and small animals and hundreds of individual species have disappeared completely from the urban landscape. But Leeds has decided to bring its wildlife back.

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Bad Memory? Go Take A Prevagen®!

by Boomer Babe

The 'brain pill' is called Prevagen® and it can improve your memory within within 8 to 30 days.... I don't know about you, but I'm trying it! As a matter of fact I just ordered a bottle for me and sent one to my Dad for Father's Day!

You know how scary it is to lose your memory. Imagine what a great gift it would be if you could help a loved one improve his or hers.

Nature's Manifesto and the Growing Chair from Michel Bussien

by Sarah O

Stockholm's Konstfack University College of Arts and Design recently exhibited their 2009 graduates, and from this pool comes the Growing Chair from Michel Bussien.

Breakthrough Research: Chinese Convert Pig Cells Into Embryonic Stem Cells

by Boomer Babe

The first successful conversion of pig cells into universally usable stem cells took place at the Shanghai Institute of Biochemistry and Cell Biology under the direction of Dr. Lei Xiao. Dr. Xiao's team extracted the cells from a pig's ear and bone marrow, and found the right chemical cocktail to reprogram the cells into the three layers of cell types that make up embryonic stem cells.

Heliotropic Biomimicry: Solar Panels That Follow The Sun

by T Goodman

Solar panels that track the sun currently involve the use of motors and electronic control systems to move them and convert the power to energy. But a team of engineering students at MIT, inspired by heliotropic plants that move in the direction of the sun all day (like a sunflower), have developed a new method of motivation for the photovoltaic cells to move. Their invention won first place in MIT's Making and Designing Materials Engineering Contest (MADMEC) -- a $100,000 prize!

Heated Itch Relief: The Perfect Companion When Those Pesky Insects Are Out

by Chris Weiss

Just in time for the onslaught of nibbling, flying organisms, Heated Itch Relief is a device that uses heat to eliminate the itching and swelling of those unavoidable bug bites.

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Thanko Waterproof Video Camera: Small, Simple And Inexpensive

by Chris Weiss

The Thanko Waterproof Video Camera provides a handy tool for water sport athletes and creeps alike. Tiny and waterproof to 20 meters, the Thanko is the perfect companion for anyone looking to capture video in the pool, lake or ocean.

Swim Like A Dolphin With Lunocet Swim Fin

by Chris Weiss

The Lunocet swim fin transforms the swimmer into a cross between a mermaid and dolphin providing swimming speed and efficiency never before imagined for land-dwelling species.

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A Double Strand of DNA & The Art Of Origami Meet Nanotechnology

by T Goodman

A new method of targeting drugs for delivery to cells is in development at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The new method combines the art of DNA origami with the science of nanotechnology and is expected to result in drug-carrying nanostructures that can weather the storms of intracellular "hurricanes."

My Favorite 2009 Trash to Treasure Chair Design: FUNature

by Gloria Campos

Once, when I was in high school a boyfriend and I were kicked out of the McDonald's playground ball pit because we were too old to play in it. It was my first time in a ball pit and though I knew we were not allowed in the ball pit something about the pit called out to me, "Play With Me!" Hugh Hayden's ball pit chairs call out to me too.

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10 Animal Stars Of The Most Creative International Award-Winning Print Ads

by Lady Bee

If you love to laugh, you have to see these ads. While I usually find humorous ads for animal or pet products, this time I decided to research the print ad winners of about 40 different international advertising prizes awarded during 2007 and 2008 just to select the "10 best award-winning people-product print ads featuring animals, fish, or insects in starring role."

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Humminbird RF35 Fish Finder Watch

by Chris Weiss

The Humminbird RF35 is a GPS fish finder watch that allows you to quickly scan your favorite fishing area for the best spots. Avoid those hopeless casts and fish with confidence.

Poo To The Rescue Once More: EcoFaeBrick

by Gloria Campos

Before I tell you about this next innovation I want to inform you that I don't have a fascination with dung, despite how much I've written about it. I do however find it fascinating how many wonderful products can be made with this sort of waste. It is even more fascinating how beneficial using it can be. This next innovation, a brick made with cow manure, is a perfect example.

Go Ahead And Tickle Someone With This Feather Art

by Diana Eid

Feather artist Julie Thompson creates gorgeous artwork painted delicately onto peacock feathers.

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Taga Allows You To Easily Bike Anywhere With Your Children

by Chris Weiss

The Taga is a versatile bike-stroller that allows you to take one or two of your children for a ride. The bike converts into a standard stroller and folds up for transport.

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