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(Don’t) Lie To Me – ’cause I can’t tell

As someone who tries to stay on top of new and exciting academic development, (or, in other words, someone who reads twitter feeds on an hourly…

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Quantum Levitation… That is all.

Just saw Gordon’s post on the different types of levitation, and noticed that he didn’t include “Quantum Levitation.” I don’t actually understand it (being a geneticist…

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Thanksgiving!

I know Thanks Giving officially ended over a week ago but the theme has stuck with me since. I believe everyday should be a day of…

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I have a story about… levitation.

There are 10 known forms of levitation. Magnetic levitation, in which magnetic pressure is used to counteract gravity. Electromagnetic levitation, in which electromagnetic radiation holds up…

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Graphic design experience? The Terry Project needs you!

Know how to use Photoshop? Looking for an interesting volunteer opportunity this year? How about having your work featured in this year’s Terry Global Speakers Series?…

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I have a story about… taking risks.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Fisherman have the riskiest job in America. There are 800 injuries for every 100,000 full-time workers, and more…

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Climate Change “Inconsistent with current Agency policy” -or- How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Geoengineering

From Nature News Blog: After raising various objections, Anderson says, the TCEQ recently moved to delete references to rising sea levels — regardless of cause —…

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Some sound advice for any student. What not to do when speaking publicly… #TEDxTt

Well, I’ve got to say, that as someone who has seen the first round of rehearsal talks for TEDxTerry Talks 2011, we are really in for…

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Special Presentation of “They Go To Die”

The Universities Allied for Essential Medicines and the Neglected Global Diseases Initiative will be presenting the fascinating documentary “They Go to Die” at 4 pm on…

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Incredible Opportunity to Discuss Health, Science, and Welfare with Acclaimed Experts in the Field

On Wednesday, October 26th at 5:30 pm, The UBC Department of Family Practice, Faculty of Medecine, and Random House Canada, invite you to attend a discussion…

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