Tag Archives: science

OUTAGE OUTRAGE

Posted on March 9, 2018 by lisakwinkler

  Thundersnow?? Snow Bomb? We’ve had our share of winter extremes, the most recent, Winter Storm Quinn,  this past Wednesday, March 7. Just last Friday, March 2, we had an unnamed nor’easter. I was expecting friends for dinner and all … Continue reading →

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Chemical Crayons

Posted on January 8, 2018 by lisakwinkler

Sometimes a crayon should just be a crayon. Not so for blogger and crafter, Que Interesante, whose slogan “where geek meets art” helps her sell products that combine science with craft items. For a few bucks, you can buy her … Continue reading →

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Grandma Day: Thomas Edison!

Posted on July 28, 2017 by lisakwinkler

Try explaining to a five and seven-year old that at one time in life there were no computers and that to take a photograph involved hiding under a heavy, dark canvas and pictures had to be developed. Just try telling … Continue reading →

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New Studies: Peanuts, Eggs & Sex

Posted on March 6, 2015 by lisakwinkler

Three latest scientific studies caught my attention: First, peanuts for kids. Growing up, no one was allergic to anything. We ate what we were given and peanut butter was a lunchbox staple. And not crunchy, salt-free, organic but big brands … Continue reading →

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Thank You, Carl Djerassi: Birth Control Pill Chemist

Posted on February 2, 2015 by lisakwinkler

When I read the obituary of Carl Djerassi,  a chemist and writer who died this week at age 91, a series of “what ifs” came into my head. What if he and his parents hadn’t escaped the Nazis? What if … Continue reading →

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Earth Day: A New Cousin & A Warning

Posted on April 22, 2014 by lisakwinkler

Earth has a new cousin! Last week’s announcement of the discovery of life on planet Kepler-186f  has scientists jumping for joy. This planet, a mere 500 light years (2.9 quadrillion miles) away is in the constellation Cygnus. It’s an exoplanet, … Continue reading →

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Summer Invasions: Cicadas & Geese

Posted on June 3, 2013 by lisakwinkler

My grandson got out the car and covered his ears with his hands. “What’s that noise?” he asked. Then he answered, “I think it’s a monster waking up.” We’ve been reading the myth about Papagayo, the noisy parrot whose raucous … Continue reading →

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What will future archeologists say about 2012?

Posted on December 31, 2012 by lisakwinkler

  As 2012 wanes to a close, it’s hard to find a lot of good news. Political fiscal and health care squabbling, violent attacks on women, gun massacres and continued warfare.  Yet, in the midst of all this, I read … Continue reading →

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