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| Three Questions |
[Nov. 11th, 2007|01:46 pm]
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Milbert, a 49 years old unmarried man, was shopping one day; however, while paying the cashier, he seemed to go crazy and killed the cashier -- a mother of two young children. Milbert was soon after arrested. Before trial, Milbert was given a brain scan and it was discovered that he had a tumour on his amygdala. One week later, Milbert was given brain surgery and the tumour was removed. After Milbert recovered from the surgery, he was put on trial. Several doctors testified that Milbert would be unlikely to lose control now that the tumour was removed; however, the judge still sentenced Milbert to a long jail term. Was the judge correct? Why or why not?
Dr. Froop is a 38 year old research scientist. He was working on a formula to cure cancer, and he was sure he found the answer. He only had to do a small amount of research; however, the company that was funding his project cut him off for a different project to create a new bubblegum cola. Dr. Froop was positive that with just a bit more research he could provide the world with the cure for cancer. Dr. Froop decided to forge some data and release the project to scientific journals in the hope that he would be able to gain new funding and then prove his theory correct. Unfortunately, his forged data was discovered, and he was fired from his job and arrested for fraud. Other scientists are still unsure if his theory is correct or not. Should Dr. Froop have forged the data? Why or why not?
Karl has decided that he wants to sacrifice himself to help the human race. He has heard that a few scientific studies are being held back due to the unethical nature of performing on human subjects. Karl seeks out and finds Dr. Eve Eel, a prestigious researcher, and requests that she conduct experiments on him that normally would not be conducted on others. At first, Dr. Eve Eel is hesitant and suspects that something may be psychologically wrong with Karl; however, after many psychological examinations it is determined that there is nothing abnormal with him. Karl gives his signed consent for the experiments after the doctor makes the study as transparent to as possible and provides him with all necessary information. If the experiments are conducted, Dr. Eve Eel may cause Karl to suffer through pain and perhaps even death while also risking her own imprisonment. Given that Karl consents, the experiments are conducted in an ethical manner, and that the studies may benefit the human race should Dr. Eve Eel proceed? |
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| Stop Ecocide wiki project |
[Dec. 30th, 2005|10:26 am]
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 mcmillan has created a wiki page called Stop Ecocide. The aim is to help form a global network of individuals who are tired of waiting for politicians to take action in defence of the earth. It's early days, so I won't say too much. However, if you are so inclined you can visit the page and make an oath to start changing your lifestyle to protect the planet. My oath is here and reads as follows...
( My crimes against the ecosystem:Collapse )
( My current Earth-friendly behaviours:Collapse )
( My Ecocide Counteraction Oath:Collapse )
I am hopeful that some members of this community will have contributions to make to the Suggestions for Action page, too.
Cross-posted from my journal in the interests of pollination. |
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| Terminator Technology |
[Oct. 29th, 2005|01:03 pm]
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I was reading this: http://skeptico.blogs.com/skeptico/2005/10/more_snorting_a.html
Coming across this Wiki Article:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terminator_Technology
I thought I would share it, please share any feedback. |
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[Aug. 19th, 2005|06:50 am]
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Does anyone know what happened to the pharm of seed site and forums?
I've noticed it's been gone for quite awhile and I am really missing them...
Thank you. |
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| Organic farming produces same yields |
[Jul. 14th, 2005|10:32 pm]
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here's an article about organic farming yields matching or beating those of conventional farming.
http://www.scienceblog.com/cms/node/8431 |
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| Ok. This will require potting mix, a spade, and a cheeky grin. |
[May. 13th, 2005|06:18 pm]
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There's a large park next to my block of flats. It is used fairly regularly, but is mostly open space with some swings, garden beds, a couple of cricket nets, and some trees planted along the neighbouring fences.
I wonder what would happen if I embarked on a program of Guerrilla Gardening. There are plenty of places to plant seeds or cuttings away from direct view, including some garden beds that are chock full of big plants that would act as cover.
I could jump the side fence at midnight (or, less dramatically, walk out the front and along the footpath) and plant a small bed of greens; I'm thinking spinach or rhubarb or broad beans. Wouldn't be all that hard to put in some peas against the fence, either.
The local council keeps the park in very good condition, which is kinda good. On the one hand, I know that the garden will get enough water if ever I am unable to tend it. But council attention will also mean that the plants could be mowed over or pulled out when weeding.
I'll weigh the risks (can't see any except perhaps losing the plants to unsympathetic council workers) and costs (pretty negligible) against the possible benefits (fresh greens, a local talking point, and a good starting point for further action).
Advice is more than welcome.
[This message was brought to you by Wild Turkey, the Yates Garden Guide, and itchy feet.] |
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[Apr. 14th, 2005|10:12 am]
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Help!! need gardening advice!!
I am a complete novice but would love to grow something in my rather decent sized back yard!
Could you please answer this question for me?
1. Since it is April is it too late to start seedlings or plantings for this summer?
2. What should I plant now? I want edibles of all kinds, veggies, fruits, herbs, flowers..
3. Tips on how to get started?
**sorry cross posted*** |
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| favorite avantgardening website |
[Mar. 17th, 2005|02:18 am]
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this is still one of my favorite gardening websites! it was totally influential on me and helped feed my interest in radical gardening. dig it.
http://www.primalseeds.org/ |
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