Basically, DNA is a computing problem
The revolution of genome sequencing has spawned a parallel revolution in computing, as scientists in Cambridge have found guardian.co.uk
A Sand Dollar Riddle
The defense mechanism of sand dollars against predators is literally to split themselves in two, new research indicates. nytimes.com
EU industry sees emissions rise
Carbon dioxide emissions from Europe's heavy industry sectors rose by 1.1% in 2007, say carbon market analysts. news.bbc.co.uk
Q & A: To Gyre and Gimbal
Is it true that a gyroscope weighs more when it is spinning than when it is not spinning? nytimes.com