http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?fid4ct=16080 Sat, 10 Jan 2009 18:15:02 EST http://backend.userland.com/rss RapidFeeds v0.1 -- http://www.rapidfeeds.com thinkersbebo.com comments@thinkersbebo.com 60 comments@thinkersbebo.com http://thinkersbebo.com/img7.gif http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?fid4ct=16080 317 79 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ The Earth has gone through 5 major mass extinctions in the last 4.5 billion years. It is very much in our interest as a species to understand how and why these extinctions have taken place. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5001400 sway@thinkersbebo.com Science http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5001400 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 22:57:00 EST Thinkersbebo has a major site update planned on March 18th! The big update will include 3 new articles, a new video, some updates to the Thinkersbebo 'Reference Pages,' and a new menu system to help navigate thinkersbebo.com. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4995916 sway@thinkersbebo.com Update http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4995916 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 18:54:00 EST For the first time our species has achieved the incredible task of creating life from raw materials. For the purposes of medical research Professor Eckard Wimmer assembled a living strain of the Polio virus out of raw materials in 2002. This was done to help understand and combat the life stages of dangerous viruses. But before we jump for joy we must first come to the realization that this world is literally run by the life forms we call viruses. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4896826 sway@thinkersbebo.com Science http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4896826 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 21:38:00 EST A large part of progression comes from the processes of individual thinking. A large part of an individual's thinking process is built upon the knowledge of previous thoughts by previous thinkers. This posting is an extension of the original post: 'Thoughts', which contained various quotes from some influential thinkers. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4810009 sway@thinkersbebo.com Quotes http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4810009 Wed, 07 Jan 2009 22:00:00 EST The recommend books page on thinkersbebo has been updated.. This page contains a list of books I really like and highly recommend reading, if you are interested in the types on content on thinkersbebo. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4800384 sway@thinkersbebo.com Books http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4800384 Fri, 02 Jan 2009 20:00:00 EST The future of electrical devices is on it's way to becoming a reality. Wireless electrical transmission may be that future. Researchers from MIT are working on improving and modernizing this Tesla originated technological idea. Eric Giler Explains this possibly revolutionary technology at a TED conference, in this 10 minute video. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4739105 sway@thinkersbebo.com Technology http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4739105 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:14:00 EST How much do you know about our closest neighboring star system? It seems to me that if one is to be a well rounded, informed person, then a little knowledge about our closest neighboring star system is required. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4699738 sway@thinkersbebo.com Space http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4699738 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 02:50:00 EST The potential by-products created by the exponential acceleration of technological change need to be addressed and seriously thought about. As seen all throughout human history, new technological fields are always adopted by the military upon development. This is no different in today's technologically advancing world. In a short video, PW Singer speaks at a TED conference about the future military robotics and information technologies. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4673180 sway@thinkersbebo.com Technology http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4673180 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 20:23:00 EST The anticipated benefits of human gene therapy are absolutely incredible. However there are some practical as well as ethical, concerns associated with this technology. Are the benefits worth the risks? Are the risks really all that risky? Are the benefits of this technology really possible? The best thing to do is to gather as much accurate information as possible and think it out from there. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4650173 sway@thinkersbebo.com Genetics http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4650173 Mon, 07 Dec 2009 17:54:00 EST There are some trends in our societies that are potentially damaging to our progression as a species. This is a post about something that has been bothering me for a while. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4440125 vandermolen@thinkersbebo.com stuff http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4440125 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:07:00 EST We are entering the knee of the curve. Exponential growth in technological change at exponentially accelerating rates in all fields of our species' technology. If you are not someone like me who keeps up on this kind of stuff and you haven't noticed the rapidly accumulating technological growth all around us, then I promise that you soon will. See this video about a cool little nanotechnology related concept device from Nokia. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4436373 vandermolen@thinkersbebo.com communication technology http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4436373 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST I have added some new survey questions on the "Polling The Thinkers" web page on thinkersbebo. I am curious person. I want to see what people think. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4381770 vandermolen@thinkersbebo.com Survey http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4381770 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 17:12:00 EST Is it possible that due to the accelerating progression of science, we will soon have 'cures' to aging? The answer is becoming more and more apparent. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4368168 vandermolen@thinkersbebo.com Science http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4368168 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 01:11:00 EST I have added some new books to the "Recommended Books" list on thinkersbebo. Check them out, and feel free to message me if there is a book you think should be on the list. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4351614 vandermolen@thinkersbebo.com Books http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4351614 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 19:16:00 EST The applicable implications of accelerating scientific/technological change are as large as the social concerns surrounding them. Among those concerns is the practical usage of genetic engineering. We are in the beginning stages of a revolutionary age, where our technology is being used to changing what it is to be human. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4288751 vandermolen@thinkersbebo.com science http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4288751 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:44:00 EST A large part of progression comes from the processes of individual thinking. A large part of an individual's thinking process is built upon the knowledge of previous thoughts by previous thinkers. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4241909 vandermolen@thinkersbebo.com Quotes http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4241909 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:33:00 EST What if you were given the chance to more than double you lifespan, would you do it? How would this change your life plans? What if in order to do this you had to take gene therapy treatments or even be injected with self-replicating nanorobots; would you still do it? Now, what if I told you that there is a very high probability that you will be given this choice in as little as fifteen years? The accelerating advancements in varies sciences and technologies are indicating that there will soon be methods on the market that will more than double your life expectancy. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4173960 vandermolen@thinkersbebo.com science http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4173960 Fri, 11 Sep 2009 20:20:00 EST "Biodiversity warrior Cary Fowler wants to save the world from agricultural collapse, one seed at a time." -TED.com http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4160207 vandermolen@thinkersbebo.com science http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4160207 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 21:33:00 EST Longevity is the point. The survival of our species is the reason behind almost everything we do. But does humanity really even have a chance? Lets take a look at the long-range forecast for the human race. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4034403 sway@thinkersbebo.com Science http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4034403 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 21:28:00 EST The urbanization of our species is increasing dramatically. Cities are exploding in growth all over the developing world. There are some major steps we are going to have to take to support these massive cities and we need to begin taking them now. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4010307 sway@thinkersbebo.com science http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4010307 Sun, 09 Aug 2009 22:01:00 EST Surgery has played a role in the societies of our species since the beginning of recorded history. Cultures from all different parts of the globe have independently invented and re-invented various forms of surgery. It would seem that we as a species have a sort of built in need to repair and improve our bodies. As a result surgical science has been driven to become what it is today, along with the assistance of other progressing technologies. Like other forms of science and technology, the progression in surgical science and technology is accelerating at an exponential rate. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3865794 sway@thinkersbebo.com science http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3865794 Sun, 12 Jul 2009 19:07:00 EST Where does violent behavior come from? What is it that makes some people choose to do violent acts while others choose not to? Are we all capable of committing the most violent acts imaginable, under the right circumstances? http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3845234 sway@thinkersbebo.com science http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3845234 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 19:50:00 EST What if you could have a cell phone that wirelessly recharged it's self throughout your day with out being plugged into the wall? Researchers are currently working on a new technology that could allow this to be possible. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3750737 comments@thinkersbebo.com Technology http://thinkersbebo.com/Guestbook/gbook.php http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3750737 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 18:38:00 EST Inventor and futurist Ray Kurzweil speaks about his newest project the Singularity University, who's purpose is to study oncoming technological changes and help to guide the accelerating process to benefit humanity. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3727994 comments@thinkersbebo.com Technology http://thinkersbebo.com/Guestbook/gbook.php http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3727994 Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:29:00 EST Vote! Give me your opinion of these critical matters. I have constructed a few survey polls regarding some popular topics, I have found to be interesting. Give your opinion and see the current results of the polls to see what others think. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3673954 comments@thinkersbebo.com Surveys http://thinkersbebo.com/Guestbook/gbook.php http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3673954 Tue, 26 May 2009 20:57:00 EST A group researchers in Australia and Korea has just developed a revolutionary, artificial tissue that has the potential to have a remarkable impact on the medical community. This new technological achievement will aid the usage of implants and the creation of artificial organs. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3667452 comments@thinkersbebo.com Biology http://thinkersbebo.com/Guestbook/gbook.php http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3667452 Mon, 25 May 2009 02:28:00 EST A new Ink-jet printing method of producing solar cells has recently been developed that will dramatically decrease their production costs as well as increase each cell's performance. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3652461 comments@thinkersbebo.com alternative energy http://thinkersbebo.com/Guestbook/gbook.php http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3652461 Wed, 20 May 2009 17:01:00 EST The human brain has a powerful ability to re-organize/re-wire it's self when needed to. This plasticity allows the brain to adapt to new situations such as injury or the learning of complex skills and information. Neuroscientist Michael Merzenich has been looking into harnessing the brain's plasticity to enhance learning skills and the ability to heal injuries. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3616279 comments@thinkersbebo.com science http://thinkersbebo.com/Guestbook/gbook.php http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3616279 Sun, 10 May 2009 23:09:00 EST Neil Turok is a theoretical physicist who has been working on understanding the Big Bang and constructing working models of the universe. Turok also has a interest in helping Africa establish an academic and productive presence in the field of physics. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3559863 comments@thinkersbebo.com Physics http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3559863 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 02:49:00 EST Sexual Selection is a special case of Natural Selection that was first proposed by Charles Darwin. Sexual Selection has played a critical role in the evolution of many of the earth's creatures, including humans. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3542114 comments@thinkersbebo.com Evolution http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3542114 Sun, 12 Apr 2009 02:31:00 EST Huge technological changes are taking place in the world today. When the smoke clears from this global recession, the major economic powers will be the ones with the highest technological advantage and most technology out-put. Genomics is one of those important technologies. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3522876 comments@thinkersbebo.com Science http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3522876 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST What makes one action the right or good thing to do while another action is the wrong or bad thing to do? Where do our ethics and morals come from? Is there an over-all standard set of ethical guide lines that all human beings naturally carry? http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3515478 comments@thinkersbebo.com Ethics http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3515478 Mon, 30 Mar 2009 20:13:00 EST Is there an over-all standard set of ethical guide lines that all human beings naturally carry? I am taking a poll of people's opinion on whether they think there is a standard set of ethical laws that dictate right and wrong. I will show the complete results of this poll when I post the completed article. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3508185 comments@thinkersbebo.com Polls http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3508185 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 22:22:00 EST There has never been a human civilization who's people did not take time to play games. Why is this? Why is play so important to us? http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3501570 comments@thinkersbebo.com Science http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3501570 Sat, 21 Mar 2009 20:43:00 EST Power stations produce nearly 10 billion tons of CO 2 per year and are the the planet's most concentrated source of greenhouse gases. Global CO2 emissions in 2004 were 27,245,758 thousand metric tons. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3491215 comments@thinkersbebo.com environment http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3491215 Mon, 16 Mar 2009 15:35:00 EST The biological world has had billions of years to perfect it's systems. It only makes sense that we learn from those tried and true techniques and incorporate them into our own technologies. Biomimicry is an emerging science that mimics some of the adaptations found throughout the natural world and then applies them to the world of human engineering. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3475051 comments@thinkersbebo.com Environment http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3475051 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:11:00 EST Biomimicry is a revolutionary, emerging science. Biomimicry, like the name suggests, copies or mimics some of the adaptations found throughout the natural world. Among many other things, Biomimicry is giving engineers new, clean, efficient ways of generating electricity. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3471177 comments@thinkersbebo.com Science http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3471177 Sun, 08 Mar 2009 23:48:00 EST The age of reliance on our biological adaptations is almost over. Our technology is quickly beginning to merge with the biological. Super human abilities that are often found in movies and comic books are just around the corner. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3459532 comments@thinkersbebo.com technology http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3459532 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 17:40:00 EST Technology extends our human abilities, and gives us others that would otherwise be impossible. This is a blog like article where I express my opinions on this topic. My hopes and concerns about human biology and technological evolution. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3456908 comments@thinkersbebo.com Blog http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3456908 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 20:05:00 EST Current solar cell technology typically runs around around 40% efficiency. This needs to be improved, if we are to really begin generating huge amounts of electricity to replace fossil fuel dependency. Inventor Bill Gross is full of new ideas for generating energy efficiently, including improved solar cell technology. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3354809 comments@thinkersbebo.com Science http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3354809 Sat, 07 Feb 2009 18:50:00 EST Microbiology holds many secret answers to our civilization's problems. Some of the secret abilities microbes possess can provide us with amazing new insights into the treatment of diseases. Eva Vertes a 19 year old genius, microbiologist, speaks at a TED conference about the future of microbiological medicine. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3308030 comments@thinkersbebo.com Microbiology http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3308030 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:17:00 EST Microbiology may be the answer to all of our environmental concerns. Microbiologists are saying there is no limit to how much of our waste (pollution) microbial life could break down into organic (useful) material. Not only that, studies show that bacteria adapt and work with 'teams' of other bacteria and archea to increase their productivity at seemingly exponential rates. For example: "Deinococcus geothermalis" could be used to reduce solvents and heavy metals in radioactive sites. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3285637 comments@thinkersbebo.com microbiology http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3285637 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 03:13:00 EST Natural selection's ability to adapt, take over and eventually transform and control an area is beyond astounding. Organisms have been found to be thriving in the most hostile environments earth has to offer. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3278348 comments@thinkersbebo.com microbiology http://thinkersbebo.com/email_page.htm http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3278348 Sun, 25 Jan 2009 15:22:00 EST