Seed’s Daily Zeitgeist: 3/2/2007 § SEEDMAGAZINE.COM

Seed’s Daily Zeitgeist: 3/2/2007

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

Month in Space: See the cosmos
February was a good month for hot space pics. Check ‘em out. (via Dr. Charles)
Bye-Bye to the Aye-Aye
For your second slideshow of the day we have…ugly endangered animals! Just think of it this way: If they go extinct, a larger percentage of the animal kingdom will be more attractive than you.
Welcome to Ask a Biologist!
These knowledgeable folks will answer your questions. Use them as the awesome resource they are. (via PZ)
Scared of the ether
WiFi will give you fast, convenient internet connectivity, not cancer.
Cynarin (Artichokes and that sweet taste)
When life is bitter, take it with a bit of artichoke.

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Originally published March 1, 2007

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