Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Megacities: Inevitable? Desirable? Urban vs. suburban, reconsidered

Megacities: Inevitable? Desirable? Urban vs. suburban, reconsidered

Bigger is not better when it comes to population growth, writes Joel Kotkin. Here's why he says megacities are detrimental and avoidable. Read the full story

NASA testing adjustable liquid-lens eyeglasses for space

NASA is testing adjustable-strength, liquid-lens eyeglasses for use by astronauts in space. Read the full story

New industry index will create common shade of green for outdoor apparel

Footprinting pioneer Timberland is teaming up with an industry association to inspire the broader practice of eco-labeling for its products. Read the full story

With sensors, a more accurate map of the Chesapeake Bay's forested wetlands

Two USDA scientists used two types of sensors to create more accurate maps of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Read the full story

InteractiveMD launches the telehealth era

There is now a critical mass of competitors fighting for the telehealth market, enough that vendors are ready to differentiate. Read the full story

eBay's data center boss on new Project Topaz: Green is green for us

eBay datacenter chief Dean Nelson explains how the company's new Utah facility can be a critical money-saver. Read the full story

Turning NASA's data into art

How does NASA create such beautiful images and animations of outer space from mere data? Read the full story

IFT CEO Jon Burst: Add to gas tank, subtract from environment (and budget)

Can a fuel additive be green? IFT chief executive Jonathan Burst says his product can help fleets burn fuel more efficiently. Read the full story

Treating curvature of the spine with magnets

Stopping scoliosis usually requires a series of painful operations to implant rods and screws to adjust the spine. Read the full story

When 'corporate' sustainability clashes with ecological sustainability

Thanks to TreeHugger for reminding me that, right now, corporate sustainability agendas may be at odds with ecological sustainability goals. Read the full story

Treating scoliosis in kids with magnets

Stopping curvature of the spine in kids usually requires a series of painful operations to implant rods and screws to adjust the spine. Read the full story

Open Web is dead? Debate rages on economics versus openness of digital content

Have we entered an era in which high-quality content is walled off through premium access and app stores? Read the full story

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