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With the support of our contributors, we "fired off" a number of sites
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photo collections of the fires. Other resources feature snowmobiles,
terrorism, women's history, fashion, recipes, temples in India,
Halloween clip art, arson, and Veterans' Day.
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New Jersey Women's History
This site "is a resource for students, teachers, and all
interested people who want to know more about the history of
New Jersey women." The site includes notable facts, images,
documents, materials for educators, a bibliography, and
related links. Searchable and browsable.
http://www.scc.rutgers.edu/njwomenshistory/
Subjects: Women -- New Jersey -- History...
Created by mcb
California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection (CDF)
The CDF is "dedicated to the fire protection and stewardship
of over 31 million acres of California's privately-owned
wildlands. In addition, the Department provides varied
emergency services in 35 of the State's 58 counties." This
searchable site includes statistics about the department,
the California Fire Plan, and information about resource
management, emergency response, fire safety, and more. Click
on "Current Major Incidents" on the site map to learn
detailed data about pending fires.
http://www.fire.ca.gov/php/
Subjects: California. Dept. of Forestry ...
Created by cdt
Cavern of Clipart: Halloween Clipart
This browsable collection of clip art contains images of
bats, candy, "spooky eyes," haunted houses, vampires, cats,
witches, and other Halloween-related subjects. From
Halloween Online.
http://www.halloween-clipart.com/
Subjects: Clip art...
Created by jh
CFIDS Association of America
This organization is "dedicated to conquering chronic
fatigue and immune dysfunction syndrome (CFIDS), also known
as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)." This site features fact
sheets, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options, a
self-assessment questionnaire, research information,
resources for patients and physicians, and an archive of
articles from the organization's publications. Searchable.
http://www.cfids.org/
Subjects: Chronic fatigue syndrome
Created by nh
Chasing the Sleeper Cell
Companion to a Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) Frontline
program that "takes viewers inside a secret national
security investigation to witness how America's intelligence
agencies pursued an alleged Al Qaeda cell operating in the
United States." The site features "profiles of the alleged
terrorist group and their recruiters," interviews, a
chronology of the investigation, and background information
on counterterrorism and U.S. intelligence. Includes video
and transcripts for the program.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/sleeper/
Subjects: War on Terrorism, 2001- ...
Created by je
Clean Snowmobile Facts
"Controversies about snowmobile emissions and access to U.S.
National Parks and other public lands have prompted studies,
rulings, lawsuits, and technological innovations aimed at
producing cleaner, quieter snowmobiles. Sponsored by the
Montana Department of Environmental Quality, this website
presents objective and balanced information about all
aspects of the debate, including concerns and possible
solutions." Includes a FAQ, a glossary, publications, and
links. Searchable.
http://www.deq.state.mt.us/CleanSnowmobile/
Subjects: Snowmobiles...
Created by je
The Digital Michelangelo Project
"Since 1992 [Stanford University] Professor Marc Levoy and
his students have been investigating methods for digitizing
the shape of three-dimensional objects using laser
scanners." This site presents the efforts of "a team of 30
faculty, staff, and students" to scan and produce 3-D
computer models of "the sculptures and architecture of
Michelangelo." Includes an overview and timeline of the
project, photographic essays, video clips, and related
links. In English and Italian.
http://graphics.stanford.edu/projects/mich/
Subjects: Michelangelo Buonarroti, 1475-1564...
Created by sf
Ecological Effects of Fire Retardant Chemicals and Fire
Suppressant Foams
This report discusses the toxicity of fire suppressants and
retardants to vegetation, algae, aquatic invertebrates, and
fish. Includes a summary and a list of the chemicals used in
the study. Also provides links to related reports. From the
USGS Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center.
http://www.npwrc.usgs.gov/resource/othrdata/fireweb/fireweb.
htm
Subjects: Fire extinguishing agents...
Created by kgs
Electronic Information System for International Law (EISIL)
This directory of international law Web sites features
sections for general international law, human rights, and
economic, environmental, and criminal law. Directory entries
include site descriptions and legal citations. Browsable and
searchable. From the American Society of International Law.
http://www.eisil.org/
Subjects: International law...
Created by smb
The Elegant Universe
This site is a companion to the Public Broadcasting Service
(PBS) NOVA program about string theory (the idea "that the
fundamental ingredients of nature are inconceivably tiny
strings of energy, whose different modes of vibration
underlie everything that happens in the universe") as
explained by author-physicist Brian Greene. Includes
interviews and articles, information about the film's
special effects, interactive features on multidimensional
math and supersymmetry, a teacher's guide, and related
resources.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/elegant/
Subjects: String models...
Created by sf
Fire Effects Information (FEIS)
This database offers "information about fire effects on
plants and animals. ... Background information on taxonomy,
distribution, basic biology, and ecology of each species is
also included." Each reference includes a bibliography. Also
features a glossary. Searchable and browsable. From the U.S.
Department of Agriculture, Forest Service.
http://www.fs.fed.us/database/feis/
Subjects: Fire ecology...
Created by kgs
Fires in Southern California
Natural color and thermal infrared images taken by the
Advanced Spaceborne Thermal Emission and Reflection
Radiometer (ASTER) of the October 2003 wildfires in Southern
California. From the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration (NASA) Earth Observatory.
http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/NaturalHazards/natural_haza
rds_v2.php3?img_id=11807
Subjects: Wildfires -- California, Southern -- Photographs...
Created by dl
Loma Linda University: Vegetarian Resources
This site provides vegetarian recipes, healthful
substitutions, fact sheets, a vegetarian food guide, and
sample articles from Loma Linda University Nutrition &
Health Letter (NHL), "the only university-associated
publication devoted to vegetarian and vegan issues." From
Loma Linda University Adventist Health Sciences Center.
http://www.llu.edu/llu/nutrition/veg.html
Subjects: Vegetarianism...
Created by je
MODIS Active Fire Mapping Program
This site from the USDA Forest Service Remote Sensing
Applications Center features "information on current large
fires, active fire maps, and fire imagery as seen by the
MODIS instrument on board NASA's EOS satellites, Terra and
Aqua." Provides daily fire information including current
fire updates, the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC)
large incident map, fire imagery, animations of active
fires, interactive maps, and links.
http://activefiremaps.fs.fed.us/
Subjects: Fires -- Maps...
Created by mrm
MT Plugin Directory
Use this "officially sanctioned home for Movable Type
Plugins" to spiff up your blog with interesting and useful
features. Includes enhancements for calendars, comment
systems, archives, layout, and other blog features. Plugins
are accompanied by instructions. Searchable and browsable;
updates continuously posted (on this site's own MT blog, of
course).
http://www.mt-plugins.org/
Subjects: Web publishing -- Computer programs...
Created by kgs
Museum of Costume, Bath
The Museum of Costume, housed in the Assembly Rooms in Bath,
England, "focuses on fashionable dress for men, women and
children from the late 16th century to the present day." The
site features images of highlights from the collection and
lists from the "Dress of the Year" program. Also includes
information about the history of the 18th century Assembly
Rooms. Available in English and French.
http://www.museumofcostume.co.uk/
Subjects: Costume museums...
Created by mcb
Napoleonic Caricatures: A Brown University Digital
Collection
This site presents a searchable and browsable collection of
satiric prints of Napoleon Bonaparte. "Satires made in
Britain and continental Europe that depict Napoleon as a
diminutive brat combat Napoleon's self-constructed imperial
image as a powerful god-like ruler." Includes an
introductory essay, a chronology, and "Who's Who." From the
Brown University Library.
http://dl.lib.brown.edu/napoleon/
Subjects: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821...
Created by sf
NFPA Online
The NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) aims to
"reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on
the quality of life by providing and advocating
scientifically-based consensus codes and standards,
research, training and education." The site features public
education materials, fact sheets, news items, and other fire
prevention resources. Technical codes, journal articles, and
other professional resources are only available to paid
members. Searchable.
http://www.nfpa.org/
Subjects: Fire prevention...
Created by ag
Outdoor Action Guide to Nature Observation & Stalking
This site presents material on observing and stalking
wildlife, including advice on safety precautions, what to
wear, visual and auditory awareness, and an illustrated
guide to animal tracking. From the Outdoor Action Program,
Princeton University.
http://www.princeton.edu/~oa/nature/naturobs.shtml
Subjects: Tracking and trailing...
Created by dfs
Scripps Ranch Brush Fire, October 26-27, 2003
Hundreds of photos, taken by photojournalist Karl Grobl and
other photographers, graphically depict the strength of and
destruction caused by the October, 2003, brush fire in
Scripps Ranch, San Diego, California.
http://www.scrippsranch.org/special/fire_gallery.asp
Subjects: Scripps Ranch (San Diego, Calif.) -- Fire, 2003...
Photographs | New this week
Created by nbh
Slate Citation Machine
This tool generates bibliographic citations in MLA (Modern
Language Association) and APA (American Psychological
Association) format from information entered in a form. The
site includes templates for single- and multiple-author
books, encyclopedia articles, broadcast programming,
interviews, Web sites, personal e-mail messages, online
forum postings, and articles from magazines, newspapers,
print journals, and online publications. From the Landmarks
for Schools educational Web site.
http://www.landmark-project.com/citation_machine/
Subjects: Bibliographical citations...
Created by mrm
Spam: How it is Hurting Email and Degrading Life on the
Internet
This report argues that "spam is beginning to undermine the
integrity of email and degrade life online." The "Summary of
findings" includes useful statistics on e-mail usage and the
impact of spam. Also includes statistical charts on typical
Internet activities. From Pew Internet & American Life, an
initiative funded by the Pew Charitable Trusts.
http://www.pewinternet.org/reports/toc.asp?Report=102
Subjects: Unsolicited electronic mail messages...
Created by kgs
TempleNet
This site describes and shows many of the thousands of
temples in India. Includes an a geographic listing of
temples, information on temple architecture, highlights of
festivals and fairs, information on the beliefs and legends
associated with the temples, a glossary of temple terms, and
related links. The abodes of Ganesha, Shakti, Shiva, Skanda,
Surya, and Vishnu are featured.
http://www.templenet.com/
Subjects: Temples -- India...
Created by nh
Three Sisters Cookbook
This browsable collection of recipes includes dishes
featuring the Iroquois "three sisters," corn, beans, and
squash, which are often planted together in the garden.
Includes soups, salads, casseroles and other main dishes,
breads, and desserts. From the Oneida Indian Nation.
http://oneida-nation.net/FRAMESfood.html
Subjects: Cookery, American...
Created by je
U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: American
Indian/Alaska Native Heritage Month: November 2003
Contains facts and statistics regarding American Indians and
Native Alaskans of the United States. Topics include
population and age distribution, income, families,
businesses, homeownership, veterans, and language. Features
quotes and audio.
http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/fa
cts_for_features/001492.html
Subjects: American Indian Heritage Month...
Created by tm
U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Halloween: Oct. 31
Contains facts and statistics regarding "trick-or-treaters,"
pumpkins and jack-o'-lanterns, candy, and costumes. Includes
relevant place names (such as Transylvania County and
Tombstone) in the United States, quotes, and audio clips.
http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/fa
cts_for_features/001482.html
Subjects: Halloween
Created by tm
U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Thanksgiving Day
Facts and statistics regarding turkeys, cranberries, sweet
potatoes, and pumpkins. Includes quotes and audio clips.
http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/2002/cb02ff19.html
Subjects: Thanksgiving Day...
Created by tm
U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Veterans Day
Contains facts and statistics regarding veterans in the
United States, including women and African American
veterans, wars served, where veterans live, and the
aggregate amount received in benefits. Features quotes and
audio clips.
http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/2002/cb02ff18.html
Subjects: Veterans Day...
Created by tm
U.S. Fire Administration Kids' Page
This child-friendly resource features advice on smoke
alarms, escape planning, and home fire safety. Each section
offers tips from "Exty," the talking fire extinquisher, and
includes quizzes on the information covered. Hydro's Hazard
House is a game in which users pick a room in a house and
search for fire hazards. Other fire safety activities
include a word search, crossword, coloring book, and a
Junior Fire Marshal Certificate Quiz. Includes a
Parent-Teacher Lounge to "help you guide children through
the Kids Page."
http://www.usfa.fema.gov/kids/
Subjects: Fire prevention...
Created by mrm
U.S. Fire Administration: Arson
This site offers "resources to assist fire departments and
local communities in the prevention and control of arson
fires." The "Publications" section lists reports and other
information on topics such as abandoned buildings, juvenile
arson, church arson, rural arson, burn patterns, and more.
Includes a media kit for Arson Awareness Week, held in early
May.
http://www.usfa.fema.gov/fire-service/arson/arson.shtm
Subjects: Arson...
Created by kgs
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