Earlier today, the WHO (Word Health Organization, based in Geneva, CH) released this new data on documented cases of the H1N1 influenza.  There is no reason to panic, but keep an eye on the data. The previously called swine flu, or H1N1 influenza, is still spreading aggressively. The current strain is no more dangerous than the regular flu (with a death ratio < 1%; current h1n1 death ratio is 0.44%)… Continue reading

Tags: H1N1 Influenza

Apple’s iPhone revolutionized the smart phone industry by leaping far above and beyond the architectures and features available on the market when the new product was launched two years ago. On the first anniversary of the iPhone, the 2.0 version amazed us all with the AppStore, a truly unique innovation from which none of Apple’s smart phone competitors have yet recovered, as illustrated by the recent lukewarm launch of Nokia’s… Continue reading

Tags: apple, google, google wave, googlewave, iphone, Technology

Movie: A compelling analysis of food production practices since the 19th century, sharp reduction of food diversity, and the probable impact of 20th century patent decisions and 21st century biotechnology industry as well as potential issues in the management and control of world food production and distribution. Deborah Koons Garcia directed this gem and can be contacted from the movie’s website at http://www.thefutureoffood.com/

Tags: famine, Farming, Food industry

Bacterial communications may hold the key to a new form of viral defense strategy for us. Bonnie Bassler’s engaging and brilliant presentation will take you by the brain on an exquisite journey. … Continue reading

Tags: bacteria, biology, Science, virus