Molecular Principles of Biomaterials, Spring 2003
Analysis and design at a molecular scale of materials used in contact with biological systems, including biotechnology and biomedical engineering. Topics include molecular interactions between bio- and synthetic molecules and surfaces; design, synthesis, and processing approaches for materials that control cell functions; and application of state-of-the-art materials science to problems in tissue engineering, drug delivery, biosensors, and cell-guiding surfaces.
Spectroscopy
Students learn how using a spectrograph helps us understand the composition of light sources. Using simple materials and holographic diffraction gratings (available online at a variety of sites, including Edmund Scientifics and the Rainbow Symphony Store for ~50 cents each), students create and customize their own spectrographs - just like engineers. They gather data about different light sources, make comparisons between sources, and theorize about their composition. Before building spectrograp
9.52-B Topics in Brain and Cognitive Sciences Human Ethology (MIT)
Survey and special topics designed for students in Brain and Cognitive Sciences. Emphasizes ethological studies of natural behavior patterns and their analysis in laboratory work, with contributions from field biology (mammology, primatology), sociobiology, and comparative psychology. Stresses human behavior but also includes major contributions from studies of other animals.
New York wakes to increased security
Sept. 11 - New Yorkers woke up to an increased police presence and the Obamas arrive at Ground Zero as Americans prepare to mark the 10th anniversary of 9/11. Deborah Gembara reports.
Series of Lectures to the UCT Rugby Team
In the first lecture Prof Noakes speaks of the role of self belief in athletic performance Đ Ôwhat you really believe will happen is exactly what will happenŐ. He uses his experiences as a member of the medical team to the World Cup winning springboks in 2007 to comment on how the UCT rugby team can use their brains to win.In the second and third lecture he speaks about identifying team weaknesses and strengths and how the team has to aspire to stronger bodies but even stronger minds.In addit
U.S. economy stalled in August, growth anemic: Trucking index
Sept. 13 - A drop in August U.S. trucking activity signals very weak economic activity ahead, and possibly zero GDP growth in the third quarter, says Ceridian-UCLA Economist Ed Leamer.
Studying at University: A Guide for First Year Students
Studying at University: A guide for first year students' is intended to provide new students with the knowledge and skills required for coping with their studies and academic assignments at the university. This includes guidance on healthy learning habits, successful learning strategies, making the most of lectures and other learning opportunities and detailed advice around academic reading and writing tasks. The guide also provides specific information on various resources for students at the
Nobel winner: why waste is a bigger threat than war
Nobel peace prize laureate Wangari Maathai's exceptional journey reminds us that taking world-changing action can begin with a simple act: planting a tree.
Obama's previous advisers stood in the way: Suskind
Barack Obama's advisers during the 2008 financial crisis had great influence over the U.S. president's decisions during that time, sometimes even standing in the way of them, says "Confidence Men" author, Ron Suskind.
En Espanol: From Training Great Principals to Preparing Principals for Practice
Ofrecemos un ciclo de colaboración inquisitivo-de-acción como marco para la preparación y la práctica de los directores escolares. El círculo es una herramienta pragmática que no receta conductas o contextos. Más aún, el ciclo no representa otra solución pragmática o un modelo para la gestión. Más bien el impacto del ciclo es que induce la colaboración, búsqueda, y la acción como pilares para el mejoramiento de la enseñanza y el aprendizaje. El ciclo usa estos pilares para aument
Antarctic Ecosystem
In contrast with its largely lifeless interior, the Antarctic coastal marine environment supports a vibrant and diverse ecosystem. Explore the region's living bounty in this interactive activity adapted from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution.
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Faculty conversations: Saleem Alhabash
Saleem Alhabash, assistant professor with the Department of Advertising, Public Relations and Retailing and the Department of Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media, talks about his research with new and social media.
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Wealth Summit: RBC sees Asia assets doubling in five years
Oct. 4 - RBC Global Head of Wealth Management George Lewis says the company is working to strengthen its presence in Asia through organic growth, after appearing at the Reuters Global Wealth Management Summit.
Onset and evolution of cerebral palsy
Infirmité motrice cérébrale chez le nourrisson. Ses différentes formes cliniques ; son diagnostic vrai, son mode d'apparition ; les conséquences pratiques. Conduite de l'exploration pour dépistage ; temps d'apparition et signes spécifiques ; différentes formes cliniques : ces différents chapitres étant étudiés à travers 14 cas précis. Vues réelles - photos.
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The Black Death - Part 1 of 2
In the year 1347, an Asian horde of Mongolian warriors fell upon Europe bringing with them a new and deadly disease that nearly wiped out all of Europe's inhabitants. This seven minute video shows how the sickness spread and uses good images and provides an excellent overview of this event.
Dag van de jeugdbeweging 2011 : Les over armoede Het thema van de dag van de jeugdbeweging 2011 is 'Armoede is een onrecht. Maak er spel van.' In deze bijdrage vind je een lesvoorbereiding rond dit thema. Leerlingen werken tijdens deze les in groepjes. Elke groep krijgt een …
GLS 2011 Panel 3: Is culture stronger than leadership? Al-Ni-Co quasicrystal bar CORE-Materials posted a photo: This photograph shows decagonal bar morphology of a Al-Ni-Co quasicrystal. The flux growth technique appears to be a powerful and versatile tool to pre In Space: Antimatter and Astronauts
Is culture stronger than leadership? Matt Brittin, Stephen Leonard, Sir Martin Sorrell and David Sproul discuss their thoughts on this question at the Global Leadership Summit 2011
Jim Bickford from Draper Laboratory discusses antimatter and how it might be captured for human use. Then, learn about the relationship of the Russian Soyuz program to astronauts on the International Space Station.
