Zombie Animals, Freshwater Ecosystems and more…

5 09 2008

Zombie Animals and the parasites that control them
This is an interesting look at the effects of parasites on the mind of different organisms. This is by Discover Magazine. Many other science image galleries and information to look at as well. Judith, another amazing CSUEB librarian, alerted me to this resource. Thanks!

Freshwater Ecoregions of the World
A joint project by the World Wildlife Foundation and The Nature Conservancy, this site has an interactive map of freshwater regions throughout the world. Lots of information, graphs and references for finding further information. Also discusses threats to these ecoregions.

NOAA
Just highlighting one of those perennially great resources: NOAA’s Research website. Links to information about all of their research projects. Also has an RSS feed for NOAA podcasts.

Immunobiology Interactive
The company blink has made available a free version of their animated modules on immunobiology. One word of caution though, it does not appear that these modules are fully accessible so take care if you assign them for class. They will need to be close-captioned.

The Complete Works of Charles Darwin Online
This resource is not particularly new, but if you haven’t seen it you really should check it out. Scans of his actual manuscripts and other works. Works are also transcribed. Great, high quality images. A wonderful resource.





4 New Web Resources

21 08 2008

On today’s menu: information for a Green California, water recycling, Smithsonian National Zoo and a timeline of human development. Dig in!

Green California
California’s Department of General Services site with information on legislation passed to support green building and links to more information.

Water Recycling and Reuse
EPA’s site on water recycling and reuse in Region 9 which includes California. Good information and links to more information plus a downloadable “Guidelines for Water Reuse.”

Smithsonian National Zoological Park
Lots of information and photographs of the animals at the zoological park. Fact sheets on the various animals, plus resources for further study.

Timeline of Discovery
From the site: “Presented here, in one location, is a timeline that includes important scientific discoveries from 1840 to the present related to early humans.” Please note, requires Flash player to view.