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Random stuff I just HAVE to say
- I am officially at 129 pounds. I thought the day would never come. Since the epic Zyprexa disaster (125 pounds to 145+ in one month? what? and then dropping down to 125 after quitting the medicine.. fail) I never … Continue reading
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Glowing monkey genes and my love for all things related to biotechnology
Woo. GFP is making headlines again, this time regarding transgenic marmosets. Just for some background, GFP (or green fluorescent protein) was originally isolated in a type of jellyfish that would glow green when exposed to ultraviolet light. Scientists have genetically … Continue reading
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Feral child found in Siberia
Yep, I’m not joking. This is so incredibly interesting. Russia and old USSR counterparts, particularly the Ukraine, have had many instances of feral children. My best guess as to why is because of the extreme poverty of these areas. Parents … Continue reading
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Most ridiculous lawsuit ever
Cosmic Debris Etc. has sued two children’s book authors, claiming its “Emily the Strange” character does not infringe on Marjorie Sharmat’s and Marc Simont’s “Nate the Great” copyrights. Cosmic Debris acknowledges that both characters are “Goth Girls,” but says such … Continue reading
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Attack of Eighteen Dollar Brain Food!
So my coworker had this out on the counter when I came into work yesterday afternoon: “Guess how much it costs?” “How should I know? Ten.” “Nope. Eighteen.” “Whaaaat? Does it have an instruction booklet?” “No.” Yes. Eighteen bucks plus … Continue reading
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