Seed’s Daily Zeitgeist: 3/21/2006 § SEEDMAGAZINE.COM

Seed’s Daily Zeitgeist: 3/21/2006

March 21, 2006

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

I think I should strike while the iron is hot. Representative Brad Miller calls for information about governmental censorship of science.
Coerced confessions: Is videotaping part of the problem, or part of the solution? Camera angle affects whether we perceive a confession as voluntary or coerced.
The attack on Global Warming NASA climate scientist James Hansen tells all on “60 Minutes.”
Mr. Luna’s Bright Idea Laurie David discusses how a teacher’s project could save us over $2.3 billion in electricity costs.
Nerve.com winner: “I’m evil, like a tricked-out plasmid” Michael Seringhaus gets freaky with “Lyse Lyse Baby.”

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.