Engineering
UCSF Scientists Bio-Hack Bacteria
Researchers at the University of California-San Francisco have hacked into the genetic wiring of billions of individual bacteria and outfitted them with the kind of on/off switches normally found in computer chips, not living organisms.
Post on Dec 14, 2010 by Sheraz Sadiq
Hacking the Kinect For Art's Sake
The Kinect by Microsoft has provided hackers with a new toy to experiment with. One Bay Area photographer shows us the Kinect in a new light.
Post on Dec 14, 2010 by Laura Khalil
Prediction Vs. Performance: Facing Energy Challenges
Henry Gifford, a mechanical systems designer and principal at Gifford Fuel Saving, Inc. in New York City, is suing the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).
Post on Dec 10, 2010 by Jim Gunshinan
Beyond Call of Duty: An Educational Video Game Alternative
Games for Change teaches kids about world issues through a variety of video games they produce.
Post on Dec 07, 2010 by Laura Khalil
Participate in Random Hacks of Kindness 2.0
Random Hacks of Kindness is developing software to help those in global disasters. They are holding a global hackathon on December 4th and 5th and you're invited to help!
Post on Nov 30, 2010 by Laura Khalil
5 Great Gifts for the DIY Gadget Enthusiast
The perfect gift for the DIY enthusiast in your life is just around the corner. Check out these kits which are sure to please!
Post on Nov 23, 2010 by Laura Khalil
Tiny Satellites Give NASA Big Returns
On Friday, a NASA satellite hitched a ride aboard a U.S. Air Force rocket that launched into space from Kodiak Island, Alaska. But this isn’t your typical satellite.
Post on Nov 19, 2010 by Sheraz Sadiq
Cyber Wolves in (Fire)Sheep Clothing
Here are some tips to protect yourself over open Wi-Fi networks from malicious users looking to hack into your accounts.
Post on Nov 16, 2010 by Laura Khalil
Keeping Score
I have a dream that someday homeowners across the land will feel about their houses and apartments the same way people of my generation felt about their first car. They will all know the basic nomenclature—kilowatt-hours and/or Btu per square foot per year. Or something like that.
Post on Nov 12, 2010 by Jim Gunshinan
Square Revolutionizes Mobile Payments for Individuals
Square is changing the way we can make and accept payments using a smartphone.
Post on Nov 09, 2010 by Laura Khalil
A National Expo of Science
This past weekend, I was on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. with a notebook and a very good pair of walking shoes. I spent the weekend exploring the inaugural expo of the USA Science and Engineering Festival.
Post on Oct 27, 2010 by Cat
5 Activities for Science and Technology Enthusiasts on Halloween
Looking for what to do this Halloween weekend? Here are several activities for technology and science enthusiasts that can please both families and adults alike.
Post on Oct 26, 2010 by Laura Khalil
Exploratorium Unveils Plans for New Home
The Exploratorium, San Francisco’s popular hands-on science museum, is unveiling long-awaited plans for its future home at Piers 15 and 17 along the San Francisco waterfront, a quarter-mile northwest of the Ferry Building.
Post on Oct 19, 2010 by Sheraz Sadiq
Looking for DIY Inspiration? Two Must-Follow Bay Area Makers
Looking to be inspired for your next DIY project? Here are a couple Bay Area makers that will spark your imagination and get you on track to building your next project.
Post on Oct 19, 2010 by Laura Khalil
Make Dazzling Illuminated Costumes for Halloween
Halloween is quickly approaching us and there's no time like the present to get started on your very own, extremely unique Halloween costume.
Post on Oct 12, 2010 by Laura Khalil
The Turns and Twists of the Devil's Slide Tunnel
On October 1st, as news crews filmed the action, Caltrans broke through a retaining wall at the north portal of the Devil’s Slide tunnels on Highway One, opening a new way to link the coastal communities of Pacifica and Montara in San Mateo County.
Post on Oct 11, 2010 by Sheraz Sadiq
The Turns and Twists of the Devil's Slide Tunnel
On October 1st, as news crews filmed the action, Caltrans broke through a retaining wall at the north portal of the Devil’s Slide tunnels on Highway One, opening a new way to link the coastal communities of Pacifica and Montara in San Mateo County.
Post on Oct 11, 2010 by Sheraz Sadiq from QUEST Northern California
Geology of the Devil's Slide Area
The combination of steep terrain and the geology of the Devil's Slide area have made this area prone to landslides since Highway 1 was constructed in the mid 1930s.
Post on Oct 07, 2010 by Brian Romans
Devil's Slide Tunnel Breakthrough
A Caltrans construction crew on Friday punched through the northern end of Devil’s Slide tunnel that will link Pacifica and Montara. Three years after breaking ground on the project, Caltrans now expects the passage to open next year.
Post on Oct 01, 2010 by KQED QUEST staff
Science on the SPOT: Digging the Devil's Slide Tunnel
California Highway One, south of Pacifica, has earned the nickname, "The Devil's Slide." Now two tunnels are being dug to bypass this treacherous stretch of road. QUEST goes deep underground to learn how Caltrans is digging this new tunnel.
Video on Oct 01, 2010 by Chris Bauer from QUEST Northern California
