Space Tourism - A Dream Made Reality?

Space tourism could be the dream of almost any human being in the planet, but an excursion to the space does not look like buying tickets at a travel search engine. That would be a good joke from travel search engines to include the in their results the possibility to book for a Return Trip to the Moon, taxes and fuel surcharges not included.

Jokes apart, it looks like the possibility to do space tourism exists, but it is only there for a few privileged persons that can allow themselves the cost. One of the possibilities that impressed me most is the one offered by a company called Space Adventures. And I promise I don't have an affiliate account with them, so that's free publicity!

What they have in place is a space tourism program that allows you to travel with the Soyuz to the International Space Station (ISS) and, fortunately, also allows you to come back. Further from going there 2 hours before departure, fastening your seatbelt and looking at the security measures typical "show", the trip starts some months before it really departs with an intensive training dealing mainly with 0 gravity operations, flight control and survival activities.

When all this training is over, your space tourism trip begins. You get the opportunity to jump on the Soyuz and be launched on a mission to the ISS. The trip can be planned exactly for your needs, either if you are there for scientific research, for pure knowledge and education, for publicity to cover a cause that you feel needs attention, or simply as an adventure traveler that has not enough with the challenges on Earth and needs a little bit more. Probably you will not find any other kind of trip than space tourism where all details are planned so carefully for your enjoyment.

One of the great things, even if it would make your space tourism trip a bit more expensive, is that you could require that a space walk is included within your trip, and that would be definitely a good opportunity to go outside with your loved one and dance around with the sound of a slow waltz... Sorry, I forgot again there's no sound in space!

Whatever the option that you choose, it is almost possible that you encounter no problems apart from the money to pay for it, as the requirements seem to be less than the ones for getting a visa. Height between 160 and 185 cm, weight between 50 and 95 Kg and be in general good health. Still you are always on time to lose a bit of weight for this extra pounds that would not let you get on board. They have departures every 6 months so you can plan ahead.

Finally, the question you've had in your mind during the whole article gets answered. OK, you say space tourism is expensive, but... Tell me how much is it! And I will: for a normal scheduled flight to the ISS you will be paying between 30 and 40 millions of US Dollars. But hey! A Russian language course is included!

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Anomalies of AutismQuestions for Scientists and Researchers Interested in Consciousness

Questions for Scientists

What I have to offer is a unique perspective on autism one that is seldom addressed, often ignored, and frequently denied. I have engaged in thought, word and picture sending, joining and receiving for many years. My students have said that I send strong thoughts like "radio waves." I can quantitatively prove that a transfer occurs when I am sending. Joining and receiving is qualitative. Perhaps there is a way to measure it.

I would like to engage a group of open minded scientists willing to explore currently unexplainable phenomena. My hope is that with access to brain imaging technology and research facilities, these anomalies can be addressed in a respectful manner.

I have many unanswered questions. Pursuing the answers might help us understand and accommodate individuals with autism and also enhance our understanding of consciousness. These phenomenal individuals are being under utilized.

These are some of the questions I would like to see investigated: Can current brain imaging technology answer some of these?

Do our brain wave frequencies entrain during thought joining creating a sympathetic resonance?

What areas of the brain are being activated during the exchange?

Is it possible that two distinct frequencies blended together form a third frequency? (Think of binaural beats or chemical changes) How does this shared frequency affect communicative output?

Can 'joining' be compared to the synchronization of coupled oscillators? Does this also help to explain group resonance?

Does the agent serve as a catalyst, providing the stimulus necessary for the individual to access a response? Are his high-speed fleeting thoughts and chaotic flow being entrained by magnetic signals of the agent? Could these radiations produce image or thought receiving experiences by acting on the temporal lobe?

Do sub-vocalizations enhance the process?

Is it a right brain connection? Is that why the language used when paired with an agent is often prosaic?

Are brain wave patterns altered during interactions?

Does aligning with agent's rhythm help genes perform in a synchronized manner? Does entrainment to the dominant rhythm of the agent further help the individual attune to the frequency of the earth? Do these signals smooth out circadian rhythm?

Is 'joining' occurring at a subconscious level? Does it assist in tapping into an emanating universal field of knowledge
in addition to the knowledge base of the agent? Does adhering to the agent's vibration help the brain filter material? Does it help the person with severe autism experience typical perceptual reality thru the agent's sensory system?

Is the pineal gland primarily hyper active in kids with severe autism causing them to let go of ego based consciousness? Is it hypo active in higher functioning individuals resulting in rigid concrete behavior? Might pineal gland output fluctuations be affected by the joining process?

How does their often painful sensory experiences and the disruption that occurs when moving or crossing sensory channels encourage them to retreat? Is it the fear, anxiety and pain that drives them back into a deeper way of being?

What role if any does the reticular activating system play?

And the list goes on! Please look beyond the phrasing of some of my questions. I am not an academic, scientist, or researcher. My paradigm is based on observation of my personal experience. I have videos available for viewing by qualified scientists or researchers.

Thank you,

Mary Ann Harrington

Maharrington@mac.com

I have served as a teacher of individuals with autism for 18 years. What they have taught me was to be sure of nothing, and open myself to the extraordinary. It has been and continues to be a remarkable ride. My articles describe the thought receiving capabilities and so much more of the children I have worked with. Their directive, "Open Your Heart and Join" says it all. Please pass on my articles to anyone who may benefit. I am happy to serve as a navigator/subject. Comments and questions are appreciated.

Mary Ann Harrington

http://web.mac.com/maharrington

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Good Science Fair Projects - Plants Reaching For Light (Part One)

Let us do a good science fair project to learn about plants reaching for the light to grow.

First I think there is a definition we must learn, it is a Botany term:

Epiphyte: a plant that grows non-parasitically on a tree or other plant.

When looking at a leave, I am sure, you have noticed that the top of the leaf is a darker green then the bottom of the leaf. Have you ever wondered why? Do you know what the green color of the leaves is? What is the function of the "green" in the leaves?

The answer to these questions is the beginning of our interesting science fair project. As with any good science fair project, there are a few basic facts that we have to know before we start. When we know the basics we can start with our science fair projects.

Do you know where to start with your good science fair project? Well, let us start with the basic facts we need to know:

1. The green substance is called chlorophyll and it traps the energy from the sun.

2. Because plants cannot move around they have to make their own food.

3. Like tiny solar panels the leaves combine carbon dioxide from the air and water from the ground to produce glucose (a form of sugar) and oxygen. (Can you now see how it ties in with our project on trees and the rain forests?) For a really good science fair project you can actually combine the two.

4. This process is called photosynthesis.

The idea of this good science fair project is to show how plants make special efforts to reach the sunlight. Our first science fair project is going to demonstrate how epiphytes in the rainforests live high on branches to get closer to the light. They have to grow on another plant to be able to survive, but they do not draw on the host like a parasite. (Do you know what a parasite is?)

This is what you will need:

* A pair of gardening gloves

* Liquid plant food

* A branch or some driftwood

* Sphagnum moss

* Water spray

* Some cotton thread

* A plant pot

* Some gravel

* A trowel

* Epiphytes (available from garden centers or nurseries)

* Glue

This is what you need to do:

1. To protect your hand, put on the gardening gloves

2. Now you have to wrap one end of your branch or piece of driftwood with your sphagnum moss.

3. Secure your moss on your branch with a piece of cotton thread.

4. Fill your plant pot with gravel until it is almost full. Make sure you use a sturdy pot that will not break easily. There need to be enough gravel in your pot to be able to support your branch. Use your trowel to fill the pot.

5. When you have enough gravel in your pot you can push your branch into your pot until it can stand in your pot without tipping or falling out.

6. Now you have to use your water, with a few drops of liquid fertilizer in it, to spray the moss with water.

7. Arrange your epiphytes on the branch by gently pushing them into the moss.

8. Secure them with a drop of glue at the base.

9. Now you have to remember to spray the epiphytes from time to time to prevent them from drying out.

10. Now come the time to make your observations.

11. Do the epiphytes need soil to grow in?

12. Can the epiphytes grow indoors?

13. Do they need sunlight to grow?

14. How do they grow without soil?

To answer all these questions and to turn this science fair project into a really good science fair project you need to give your self enough time. Remember to do a really good science fair project you cannot start at the last minute. Leave your plants in different locations for a few weeks at a time and make meticulous notes of what happens. Place them in strong sunlight, then in relative dark etc. Remember to keep your moss moist at all times to make very sure that the changes that happen are due to the varying light and not water.

This is a very good science fair project to show how epiphytes grow in the rain forests. The next science fair project that we are going to do will be a good science fair project to demonstrate how plants search for light, be on the lookout for it.

Magriet is a work at home "Gran" with websites on a number of family related subjects such as science fairs, kids crafts and homeschooling. Her webs are: http://www.learnerscience.com and http://www.homeschooling.topknacks.com and http://www.kidscrafts.topknacks.com Get all the excellent information on these subjects in an instant.

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Mink - The Unexpected Endangered Species

When I think of mink, I certainly didnt think they were endangeredIn fact, they are one of the most endangered mammals in the world. The terrible thing is that the 1st thing that comes to my mind is a mink coat. How sad. I dont even think of them living in the wild

They are semi-aquatic and are carnivores.

Scientific Classification:

Kingdom: Animalia

Phylum: Chordata

Class: Mammalia

Order: Carnivora

Family: Mustelidae

Genus: Mustela

There are 4 species of mink: Mustela vison, Mustela vison evergladensis, Mustela lutreola, Mustela macrodon.

Mink are in the same family as otters and polecats.

Its true, the mink has been highly prized for its fur, and this lead the way to large-scale mink farming. This is the precise reason that the animal welfare activists have been vocal and adamant about standing up for the mink. Preferring a habitat of forest brooks, the American mink is well suited to its homeland range. However, the Everglade mink, a subspecies, is very endangered. The Great Lakes mink has had a widespread decline, primarily thought to be due to pollution of PCBs and dioxins.

Mink have an extremely high mortality rate. Mink that survive the 1st yr of life in the wild can live as long as 3 yrs. In contrast, mink in captivity have been known to live between 10-12 yrs. Thats a huge difference. The other problem is that, in captivity anyway, they will have 4-5 kits per litter and thats only once/yr. Unfortunately, this number would be dramatically reduced when it comes to breeding in the wild.

What Can You Do To Help?

1. Help stand up for the mink by not purchasing or wearing mink fur coats.

2. Donate to local and worldwide animal welfare groups.

Live exotically!

Kimberly Edwards is the founder of ExoticAnimalLover.com - Keeping Up The Fight To Preserve The Planet's Wildlife. Find awesome information about animals from all over the world, exotic animal news, updates on conservation, and anything else "Animal". For all of you who are exotic animal lovers, you know who you are...Check out: http://www.ExoticAnimalLover.com

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