Explain this joke....

and asks the bartender, "how much for a drink?" A neutrino walks into a bar

Email me an explanation for 5 pts extra credit on your next exam. Open to all classes. Due 10/3.

http://blogs.scientificamerican.com/basic-space/2011/09/23/faster-than-light-neutrinos-show-science-in-action/

Is the universe expanding asymmetrically? | COSMOS magazine

Is the universe expanding asymmetrically? COSMOS magazine

6th, 8th, and 10th grades ONLY:

For 10 pts extra homework credit, email me a paragraph explaining to me how this might effect the laws of physics as we know them. Due by Monday, 10/3

Need some artificial blood vessels?

Just print them out on your handy 3d printer! Amazing!

Do you have allergies?

Phylogenetic trees can help explain relationships between things to which you are allergic!

What if the moon didn't exist?

Sixth graders
Read this article and email me a paragraph detailing what the author thinks the earth would be like with no moon for 5 points extra credit towards your homework. Due by class on Friday, Sept. 23.

Scientists take first step towards creating 'inorganic life'

Scientists take first step towards creating 'inorganic life'

Would inorganic life still be living? Leave a comment telling me what you think and be prepared to defend your answer!

'Synthetic' chromosome permits rapid, on-demand 'evolution' of yeast; Artificial system has built-in diversity generator

'Synthetic' chromosome permits rapid, on-demand 'evolution' of yeast; Artificial system has built-in diversity generator

7th graders! Five extra credit homework points for any of you who can email me a paragraph describing what this article has to do with Thursday's lecture. Due by class on Monday.