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Slime Mold Grows Network Just Like Tokyo Rail System
When presented with oat flakes arranged in the pattern of Japanese cities around Tokyo, brainless, single-celled slime molds construct networks of nutrient-channeling tubes that are strikingly similar to the layout of the Japanese rail system, researchers from Japan and England report Jan. 22 in Science. A new model based on the simple rules of the slime mold’s behavior may lead to the design of more efficient, adaptable networks, the team contends.
via wired.com
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Text "Haiti" to 90999 Designed to Help Untold Numbers in Haiti
The Latest Example of Using Instant Technology for the Greater Good
In the latest and probably most important example of how modern social and wireless technology can be used for very important and immediate assistance, the US State Department announced today that those wishing to provide assistance to earthquake ravaged Haiti can use their cell phone to text "Haiti" to 90999. Doing so will automatically donate $10 for Haitian rescue and recover efforts and will be billed on your bill.
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iPhone in iPhone - augmented reality app for Orange Telecom
via youtube.com
An promotional augmented reality app by Ogmento. Developed to promote the iPhone launch by Orange Telecom Israel.
Point your iPhone to an Orange logo and watch a virtual iPhone appear hovering over the logo.
Use finger gestures to turn the iphone around, zoom in or out - or even launch applications.
Why?
- because it's fun!
(and no one has done it before)
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