It is about the start of fire season. And, those devastating fires in California and Oregon will lead to tremendous loss of trees, property, and life.
Continue reading Fire Season- How to stop Wildfires?
Last December, we discussed a class of compounds that is threatening the health and welfare of my Americans. (Forever Chemicals) These chemicals, termed PFAS, are perfluoroalkyl and/or polyfluoroalkyl compounds. Developed in the 1940’s, they have made it possible for us to have non-stick cookware, waterproof jackets, and the like.
Continue reading Goodbye, Forever Chemicals
We have been trying to help those who are paralyzed to become ambulatory for a long time.
Now, although it’s a “one-off” solution (VERY expensive), a Dutch citizen, who suffered from a broken neck, can do just that. Gert Jan Oskam has had electrodes implanted in his brain, spinal implants, and a backpack computer.
Continue reading Paralyzed Man Walks Again
Forty years of research is being challenged. (Actually, it may be closer to 100 years for some of these studies.) That’s how long we have been informed that moderate alcohol consumption yielded beneficial health benefits.
Continue reading Is wine drinking unsafe?
Here comes some creative thinking.
We have a few issues here in the US that we let fall through the cracks way too often. And, then when we address them, we don’t ensure that there’s a clear path to their total resolution.
Continue reading Three objectives rolled into one policy?
Industrial policy. [Definition: “a government policy that encourages resources to shift from one industry or sector to another; this can be done by changing input costs, output prices, or other regulatory treatment.” It is an attempt by the government to address critical national security concerns or economic competition.)
Continue reading Industrial Policy Makes a Comeback?
What do we do with an energy solution that only works in various parts of the world? Simple- we make sure that it becomes the modality of choice where it works well.
Continue reading No, Now SWAK- but SWAC!
Today's blog is really connected to Monday's post. But, I interrupted the queue after I heard about Inspire My Heart With Art Day. Sorry for the discontinuity.
Continue reading Science Talent Search
Greenwashing. Unfortunately, we are forced to learn yet another new term. Conceived by companies and politicians hoping to gaslight (there’s another vocabulary word) us into thinking all is well- and they are helping to improve the world the way they claim.
