science, philosophy, and spirituality

There's a stimulating discussion of science at: http://noetic.org/noetic/issue-nine-april/biomedical-research/ and http://www.amazon.com/Science-God-Nature-Reality-Biomedical/dp/1599425459/ which are both by Sarah Knox. First i need to say i like the way she thinks; she's...

U.S. exports cigarettes, bras, bull semen to Iran

"WASHINGTON (AP) -- U.S. exports to Iran -- including brassieres, bull semen, cosmetics and possibly even weapons -- grew more than tenfold during President Bush's years in office even as he accused Iran of nuclear ambitions and helping terrorists. ...

Mylan announces appointment of Steven G. Zylstra as VP Globar PR

"Mr Zylstra will manage and oversee all internal and external communications and provide communications and public relations counsel to members of Mylan's global senior management team in their various roles across the Company. Mr Zylstra joins Mylan from the Pittsburgh...

Orthopedic surgical robotics co opens its doors; files with FDA

"The ROBODOC has been very well received by hospitals and orthopedic surgeons from both academic institutions and private hospitals in Europe and Asia, including Japan, Korea and India. The system has already been approved by Korea's regulatory agency, KFDA. "CMI's mission is...

Brain Implants to Prevent Epileptic Seizures

Researchers at Purdue University’s Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering have developed a miniature implanted device to detect epileptic seizures before they happen and prevent them.

Ultra-Tough Nanotech Materials

"Researchers have used clay nanoparticles to modify a polymer material, making it 20 times stiffer, 4 times tougher, and able to withstand temperatures that are more than twice as hot. The new materials could eventually be used in rugged lightweight fabrics, less-bulky...

Veterans' Semen Causes Burning Sensation In Their Wives

Gulf War veterans have reported that exposures during military service have resulted in miscarriages and birth defects, as well as excruciating pain during sexual intercourse. The wife of a Gulf War veteran has described the miscarriage and pregnancy problems she had...