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The Black Cloud: Using Games to Understand Air Quality

Human behavior and land use affect air quality, and those effects are very distinct at the local level. A new environmental game fusing public participation, environmental sensors and web technology shows how. read more

Concern Exsits Over BPA Exposure

Current human exposure to bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical used in many polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins, is of "some concern" for effects on development of the prostate gland and brain and for behavioral effects in fetuses, infants and children, according to a final report released by the National Toxicology Program (NTP).

Shadow analysis could spot terrorists by their walk

By analysing the movements of human shadows in aerial and satellite footage, it may be possible to identify people from their gait

How chandelier cells light up human thought

A type of brain cell called a chandelier neuron might be what gives us the edge over other mammals in thought and language

Charming Room in Charming Home, Share w 1 Human + Dog (berkeley) $40

Temporarily share charming home with 1 housemate and dog. The room: above street level, north-facing window, 12 x 9.5, closet, furnished, next to bathroom, wood floors, newly painted. Next to spacious bathroom with tub. The house: 100+yo Victorian farmhouse in West Berkeley, 2 bedrooms, wifi high-speed internet, cable tv, wood floors, off-street parking, W/D, large shared bathroom, shared living room tv/DVD player, beautiful deck, recently remodeled fully-equipped kitchen (gas stove), wall heaters, immense grassy backyard with gt gardening/meditating potential, piano, furnished, wood floors, full set linens/cookware/dishes if desired. The housemate/owner: fun-loving, friendly, values good conversation and fun times as much as silence and reflection, musician, laid-back, tidy but not uptight. 30s female professional. Works with community change efforts. The dog: well-trained, adorable 5-year old lab/boxer. Loves humans, picky about other dogs. The location: 15 min walk from BART, 7 min. from buses 51, 52L, 72, and more! off San Pablo b/t Dwight and University, near a large cluster artist's studios, Aquatic Park, Caffe Trieste, international marketplace, Country Cheese Store, Lanesplitters, Acme, Albatross, Indian / Pakistani restaurants, Mexican grocery stores, 4th street shops, eco-conscious business cluster, and all the cute home decor shops on Dwight & San Pablo. Neighbor-friendly environment, quiet, off cul-de-sac. Ideal if love to walk or bike. If have car, you're on the 580/80 Freeway in less than a minute. The parking: On street. Never have to park more than a block from the house. The terms: $40/day, (+$30 credit check), security deposit $120 per week, available now until mid to late September. If have dog, $50/day, and $300 security deposit per week incld partial weeks. Credit report, physical evidence of income, past landlord, roommate, employment references required for application consideration. No unlawful detainers or past evictions.

Tony Blair's sisterinlaw Lauren Booth 'trapped' in Gaza

Lauren Booth a human rights activist who is also Tony Blair's sisterinlaw said she is effectively trapped inside Gaza after being prevented by Israeli and Egyptian authorities from leaving.

Blair's relative 'stuck in Gaza'

Lauren Booth, human rights activist and sister-in-law of the former UK PM Tony Blair, claims she is "stuck" in Gaza.

Anthropomorphic cuddly lights: LightMate

Artist Francesca Lanzavecchia shows off her Lightmate: "Can electric energy fill the void of human absence? LightMates are soft anthropomorphic pillows and warming lamps. This awfully attractive creature heats, lights and provides company. Their different sizes answer to everyone's need of heat; a mate to hug or a huge companion you can lay on." ightMate, hugging lights S (via JWZ)...

Sewers of gold

Panning for precious specks in human waste

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