Jeff Barr's Blog
Latest Content
Links for Friday, November 13, 2009 - 20 days ago
Genetic Science Learning Center: Cell Size and Scale - “The smallest objects that the unaided human eye can see are about 0.1 mm long. That means that under the right conditions, you might be able to see an ameoba proteus, a human egg, and a... Topics: 1
Links for Thursday, November 12, 2009 - 21 days ago
Wall Street Journal: Tinkering Makes Comeback Amid Crisis - “The American tradition of tinkering — the spark for inventions from the telephone to the Apple computer — is making a comeback, boosted by renewed interest in hands-on work... Topics: 1
Links for Tuesday, October 20, 2009 - 44 days ago
SkyTran: It’s About Time - “SkyTran is a new transportation system, currently under development at NASA Ames Research and other locations. Light-weight vehicles ride above ground traffic on a magnetic levitation (maglev) micro freeway, also... Topics: 1
Links for Sunday, October 18, 2009 - 46 days ago
MicroRax: Made Small for Big Ideas - “MicroRAX a light weight miniature T-Slot framing system. Suitable for use on your desktop or bench top to build science, engineering, or advanced hobby and DIY projects. This small rugged framing system is... Topics: 1
Links for Monday, October 5, 2009 - 60 days ago
MSNBC: Lack of Computer Skills Foils Many Job-seekers - “However deeply computers may have embedded themselves into modern life, there are still millions of people for whom they remain a challenge. For these Americans, finding a new job during a... Topics: 1























