Seed’s Daily Zeitgeist: 12/18/2007 § SEEDMAGAZINE.COM

Seed’s Daily Zeitgeist: 12/18/2007

December 17, 2007

Five issues, insights, and observations shaping our perspective, from the editors of Seed.

Who Is Singing Me Lullabies?
Robert Krulwich talks with Oliver Sacks about one of his music-related cases and the unique therapy he used. (via Jonah)
Darwin’s children
Ahh, a discussion of evolution and race that isn’t focused on intelligence. (via 3QD)
Our Decrepit Food Factories
Mass production is anything but sustainable.
Man Conquers Space
What if we had kept up the pace on space exploration? (via Phil)
Creation “Museum” honored
It’s a very high honor.

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World

Press Gang

With New York City about to let bloggers qualify for press passes, a look at what breaking down the walls between old and new media means for science reporting.
Culture

The Ancient, Distant, and Dead

Inspired by scientific research, Katie Paterson creates art based on data from faraway melting glaciers, long-dead stars, and the initial moments of the universe.
Ideas

A Sober Assessment

Alcohol is an important part of life in many cultures throughout the world, but there are many misperceptions about this common social lubricant.