Just wanted to share that my first first-author paper is now online! In the journal Stem Cells and Development, here’s my paper on “Roles of Integrins in Human Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell Growth on Matrigel and Vitronectin.”
Archive for October, 2008
Vote!
I probably don’t have to say this here considering the type of people who read PD’s blog, but I’m going to. MAKE SURE YOU GO OUT AND VOTE. If I said I didn’t care who you vote for, I would be lying, but I’m not going to inject that into this. In the end, the higher the voter turnout the better it is for everyone.
VOTE
The Housing Crunch
I don’t profess to be an expert, or even an amateur, at Economics. But the bailout seemed (and seems) like a poor idea to me. Mostly, this is because it (a) seems to let the financiers who made terrible decisions get away without repercussions and (b) it seems to be treating a symptom rather than the cause. The cause, in my opinion, is an American way of life that’s out of touch with our economic realities. Especially in the housing market. I clipped a nice comment from Slashdot regarding the housing crunch, read on to see it. I’d love to hear everyone’s thoughts on the bailout/economy!
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My first first-author paper!
The Future of Scientific Publishing
Just read a fascinating (if lengthy) essay on disruptive technology and the future of scientific publishing. Well worth the read!
Deflation!
Just wanted to share Mint.com’s Visual Guide to Deflation, which is quite explanatory.
All Things Stem Cell
Hey all Paradoxdruid readers! I recently started up a blog on stem cells that I’d love you all to take a look at: http://www.allthingsstemcell.com/
Barely Literate: The Fermata
I participated in another Barely literate book review podcast, this time on Nicholson Baker’s “The Fermata”. Give it a listen!
Time for Change
Obama has outlined a strategy for America, in great depth. Read all about Change.gov!
Free Rice
Okay, I’ll admit that it’s entirely possible that I am the last person to learn about this website*, but it’s really addictive.
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