Physics education research, electronic materials, and the musings of Christopher Moore, Ph.D.
Jan 4th, 2011
If I told you that there are giant metal towers in the middle of the desert manipulating the weather to produce rain, then you would ask what science fiction novel was I currently reading. Or, you would wonder whether I had gotten sucked into one of those weird History Channel shows about alien technology. Nope. [...]
Pundits on television have been throwing around the number 97% recently. Specifically, they are claiming that 97% of active climate scientists agree that the earth has warmed since the beginning of the industrial period and that human action is chiefly responsible. Where in the world does this number come from?
Jan 1st, 2011
Powdered doughnuts are good for you! At least, if you’re interested in solar power. Yes, even you can build your own solar cell using powdered doughnuts and tea leaves.