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So uh, anyone else besides Letterman and I wondering why Sarah Palin can't take over? Because that's sort of, you know, the whole VP role... Sept. 24 (Bloomberg) -- John McCain made a surprise announcement that he was suspending his presidential campaign and called on Democratic rival Barack…

Sure, it's only an advertisement, but when 'bounty hunter' makes the list before 'research scientist' (except with regard to forensics, likely due to cable tv), it seems to me science can use a bit of a PR boost, no? Then there's also this annoying animated ad rotating in play on our right sidebar…

in the Gulf Of Mexico...

Over at NexGen, this week's question asks about the likelihood of embracing tidal power: a form of hydropower that converts the energy of tides into electricity. Basically, we're talking wind turbines located where there's strong tidal flow. Sounds clean, and heck, I sure do like the ocean... but…

Science blogging. A couple years ago, I could never have imagined I'd try it, let alone share a site here at Sb. It's definitely changed the trajectory of my interests and pursuits, and it's an evolving medium that's proven extremely influential in some circles. John Wilkins recently had a…

From the New York Times to the LA Times, Obama's and McCain's answers to the 14 top science questions are getting great coverage, but the biggest question remains: Who's better for U.S. science? Now's your chance to weigh in on their answers and tell the world what you think... Log on to www.…

From the New York Times to the LA Times, Obama's and McCain's answers to the 14 top science questions are getting great coverage, but the biggest question remains: Who's better for U.S. science? Now's your chance to weigh in on their answers and tell the world what you think... Log on to www.…

Three types of pigments are involved in leaf color. - Chlorophyll is responsible for the green we see most of the year. It's necessary for photosynthesis which harnesses sunlight to make the sugars that plants need to grow. - Anthocyanins result in magnificent reds and are produced in the fall as…

More pics with readers, bloggers, and zoo critters from Bora and ScienceWoman... We had so much fun that I seem to have forgotten to step into photos. * UPDATE: More pics here, here (where I actually make a cameo), and here.

Don't forget to join Bora, Abel PharmBoy, Greta and Dave, James Hrynyshyn, ScienceWoman, Kevin Zelnio, SciCurious, Russ Williams and I at Scienceblogs one millionth comment party at the North Carolina Zoo! Meet us tomorrow at the North America entrance at 1 p.m.

Chris and I have been working on so many projects lately from our book to ScienceDebate2008 to several more we haven't yet mentioned here. Well, tomorrow is his 31st birthday and all I can say is, Chris, you're an inspiration. As we embarked on our newest endeavor earlier this week in the nation'…

The Red Cross is providing shelter, food, and emotional support for thousands in need after Hurricane Ike. Make a donation here. Photo credit: USGS

by Philip H. DISCLAIMER - The opinions expressed in this blog post are those of the author alone. They do NOT represent the official opinion, policy, or action of any governmental agency the author may work for or have ever worked for at the county, state or federal level. If you do not like the…

Once upon a time I was a grad student in the School of Marine Sciences at UMaine. We were a small, tight-knit co-hort of eight ladies and two fellows... including lobsterman Curt Brown. A bright, charming, and silly guy, Curt was always fun to catch a Red Sox game with at the Seadog and the one…

On August 30, Chris Mooney and I reported that Senator Barack Obama responded to ScienceDebate2008 and this morning we can announce Senator John McCain has as well. The Senator from Arizona provided a glimpse into what the McCain-Palin administration would look like. Read his first answer below…

On August 30, we reported that Senator Barack Obama responded to ScienceDebate2008 and this morning we can announce Senator John McCain has as well. The Senator from Arizona provided a glimpse into what the McCain-Palin administration would look like. Read his first answer below and all fourteen…

Might be related to ScienceDebate2008... so check back soon ;)

originally published September 11, 2007 Dear New York, We've been together a long time and although I'm terribly unfaithful, you always welcome me back with open arms because you know no matter how many states I've slept in, I'm yours. And truth be told, I love you. You're my city - center of the…

This week's energy topic is geothermal and this one's not making the news as much... yet. But keep an eye on it, folks. Over at NexGen, I start with the basics: Since I'm a closet classicist, let's start by breaking down geothermal from the Greek, Gus Portokalos style: Okay. Geothermal comes…

According to John Tierney: It looks as if personality differences between men and women are smaller in traditional cultures like India's or Zimbabwe's than in the Netherlands or the United States. A husband and a stay-at-home wife in a patriarchal Botswanan clan seem to be more alike than a working…

Go read my NexGen coblogger's post at Climate Progress. Romm's got a frightening interview with Barb Davis White, who's running for the 5th Congressional District Congress in Minnesota: ROMM: Where are you on global warming? WHITE: Well, global warming really has not been proven. There are 30,000…

A 2001 Unicef report said that the United States teenage birthrate was higher than any other member of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. The U.S. tied Hungary for the most abortions. This was in spite of the fact that girls in the U.S. were not the most sexually active.…

I've been receiving emails and comments about Sarah Palin lately, and some are questioning my commitment toward advancing women in politics and elsewhere--a subject I regularly write about: In spite of the go-women perspective at this site, I suspect it may not include "conservative" women or women…

by Philip H. DISCLAIMER - The opinions expressed in this blog post are those of the author alone. They do NOT represent the official opinion, policy, or action of any governmental agency the author may work for or have ever worked for at the county, state or federal level. If you do not like the…

by Eric Roston I've observed with great interest the discussions about framing science, here, at Matt Nisbet's blog, and elsewhere. For two reasons, I've not weighed in on the topic directly. First, I defer to Matt, Chris, Sheril and others, as far as ownership and proper deployment of the phrase "…

'I guess a small-town mayor is sort of like a 'community organizer,' except that you have actual responsibilities.' - Sarah Palin, 2008 Republican National Convention My heroes are community organizers who impact lives everyday in their neighborhood. I have the utmost admiration for such selfless…

Over at NexGen, it's the Obama McCain Energy Smackdown: Okay ladies and gentlemen............. Let's get ready to rumble! Two candidates. Two possible administrations. Energy policy. Doesn't get much more relevant than that. Both are Senators who say they'd like to reduce U.S. reliance on…

Once again, Seed is planning parties with readers and you're invited! Around the world, wherever sciblings are, we'll be celebrating our one millionth comment (expected to happen some time mid-September). There will be shindigs in Michigan, Oklahoma, Iowa, Minnesota, New York, San Francisco,…

After Obama spoke about a new hope last week, Jim Ramsey suggested this title. What did readers think of the night?

by Philip H. DISCLAIMER - The opinions expressed in this blog post are those of the author alone. They do NOT represent the official opinion, policy, or action of any governmental agency the author may work for or have ever worked for at the county, state or federal level. If you do not like the…