On Monday, John Gurdon won the Nobel Prize for physiology or medicine. This is an excerpt from his 1949 high school report card.
Great moments in irony
- COMMENTS
- John Gurdon
- Kids
- Nobel Prizes 2012
- school
- Science
Small asteroid creates spectacular light show over Russia just hours after discovery
A 70-centimeter (27-inch) asteroid lit up the sky over Yakutia, Russia a few minutes ago as it burned up in the atmosphere. Here's a video. Alan Fitzsimmons, a professor who… READ THE REST
Gigachads not so hot in attractiveness study
Men believe women want them to be sculptures of bone and pure muscle. Women believe men want them to be thin and hyperfeminine. They significantly overestimate the appeal of such… READ THE REST
Mindless drawing is good for your mind
Don't let your inability to draw well hold you back from drawing. The activity of drawing can "reduce anxiety, elevate mood, improve quality of life and promote general creativity," says Darren C Fisher, Lecturer… READ THE REST
Build your dream app for $30: Visual Studio Pro's massive price drop stuns developers
TL;DR: Build your dream app with Microsoft Visual Studio Pro, now $29.97 through December 8 (reg. $499). So, you've joined Bluesky, shared a few posts, and now you're wondering, "Can I make… READ THE REST
These HD digital camera binoculars are the only accessory you need to bring bird watching
TL;DR: Save 55% on these HD digital camera binoculars that can capture photos and videos during Cyber Week, now only $89.97 (reg. $199). Do you love the great outdoors or waking up early to… READ THE REST
Transform dull knives at home: pro sharpener now 80% off
TL;DR: I'm making my knives feel new with an Angle Pro Knife Sharpener, on sale for $40 through December 8. Check out here. Last Thanksgiving, I tried to carve the turkey, and… READ THE REST