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The Scout Report
May 20, 2005
Volume 11, Number 20
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A publication of the Internet Scout Project.
Sponsored by University of Wisconsin - Madison Libraries.
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== I N T H E S C O U T R E P O R T T H I S W E E K ========
====== NSDL Scout Reports ====
1. NSDL Scout Report for Math, Engineering, and Technology
====== Research and Education ====
2. International Geosphere-Biosphere Programme
3. Social Watch
4. National Opinion Research Center
5. Chopin Early Editions
6. The Institute for Interactive Journalism
7. George Mason University: Exploring and Collecting History Online
8. HungerWeb
9. WEEE Man
====== General Interest ====
10. Roadside America
11. Documenting History : Teenie Harris Archive
12. History Trail
13. Science Buzz
14. Ireland's Department of the Environment, Heritage & Local Government
15. Eye of Science
16. International Council for Science
====== Network Tools ====
17. Tiki CMS/Groupware 1.9.0
18. Group-Office 2.13-4
====== In The News ====
19. Kudzu May Help Curb Excessive Drinking
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====== NSDL Scout Reports ====
1. NSDL Scout Report for Math, Engineering, and Technology
The tenth issue of the fourth volume of the MET Report is available. Its
Topic in Depth section offers websites and comments about Robotic Surgery.
====== Research and Education ====
2. International Geosphere-Biosphere Programme [pdf]
http://www.igbp.kva.se
The primary aim of the International Geosphere-Biosphere Programme (IGBP) is
"to deliver scientific knowledge to help human societies develop in harmony
with Earth's environment". To achieve this rather broad agenda, the IGBP
works in collaboration with other like-minded international organizations,
including the World Climate Research Programme. From the homepage, visitors
can read an executive summary of the organization's work and achievements,
or access highlights from its ongoing research, such as recent work on the
North Sea and its function as a "carbon pump". Researchers and scientists
will appreciate the extensive publications section, which includes recent
work on global wetland distribution and predicting global change impacts on
mountain hydrology and ecology. Finally, the site also contains a list of
IGBP-sponsored events, along with related conferences and other such germane
events. [KMG]
3. Social Watch [pdf]
http://www.socwatch.org.uy/en/portada.htm
Founded in 1995, Social Watch was first established to provide a global
platform for non-governmental organizations to monitor and promote the
effective implementation of the commitments made by national governments
during the United Nations World Summit on Social Development. Since that
time, the group's work has continued in the areas of monitoring poverty
eradication and gender equality and users with interests in these areas will
appreciate both the organization's annual report (available from the
homepage) and its country-by-country reports. One very well-developed
interactive graphic feature is the development indicator section of the
site. Here, visitors can view representations of such indicators as female
adult literacy, deforestation, and fertility across the globe, along with
discrete data from each country. Additionally, many of the materials offered
here are available in Spanish as well. [KMG]
4. National Opinion Research Center [pdf]
http://www.norc.uchicago.edu/
Located on the campus of the University of Chicago, the National Opinion
Research Center (NORC) provides objective research for its clients and the
general public interest in areas ranging from housing to drug abuse. On the
NORC website, visitors can learn about its newest survey and research
efforts, such as the Illinois Health Curriculum Study and the Residential
Energy Consumption Survey. Moving on to the Research Departments area of the
site, visitors can look at the work of these research units, which includes
reports culled from their different research initiatives. Additionally,
interested parties will want to look at the websites of NORC's four academic
centers, which include the Center on Demography and Economics and the
Population Research Center. The site also features information about career
opportunities for those persons interested in working at NORC. [KMG]
5. Chopin Early Editions
http://chopin.lib.uchicago.edu/
Over the past few years, the Special Collections unit of the University of
Chicago Libraries has distinguished itself by creating a number of high-
quality digital collections. The Chopin Collection is another such
collection, as it brings together over 400 first and early printed editions
of musical compositions by Frederic Chopin. This particular collection is
quite compelling as it brings together a number of variant texts,
originating from the different versions published concurrently in several
countries. First-time visitors can begin by browsing the collection by
title, uniform title or genre, such as scherzos, fantasias, or boleros.
Lovers of Chopin will find this site quite enticing, as will musicologists,
both amateur and professional. The site is rounded out by a section
dedicated solely to providing information about the way in which the digital
collection was created. [KMG]
6. The Institute for Interactive Journalism
http://www.j-lab.org/
Located at the University of Maryland's Philip Merrill College of
Journalism, The Institute for Interactive Journalism helps news
organizations and citizens "use new information ideas and innovative
computer technologies to develop new ways for people to engage in critical
public policy issues". Visitors will want to be sure to look at the section
that provides information about their New Voices program which is designed
to support innovative community news ventures in the United States. Of
course, those involved in such endeavors may wish to peruse the various
grant opportunities offered through the Institute. The Institute also
sponsors the Batten Awards Innovation in Journalism, which are designed to
reward journalism that uses new information ideas and technologies in
innovative ways. Visitors can view current and past recipients of these
awards, which include a number of interactive website features created by
such organizations as the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and KQED in San
Francisco. [KMG]
7. George Mason University: Exploring and Collecting History Online
http://echo.gmu.edu/index.php
Exploring and Collecting History Online (Echo) is a project based at George
Mason University's Center for History and New Media and is funded by grants
from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. The project began in 2001 to experiment
with new approaches to collecting history online, focusing specifically on
the recent history of science, technology, and industry. Their goal is to
realize the potential of the Internet to create a more democratic history,
which "means including multiple voices and diverse perspectives in the
historical record; making the historical record accessible to multiple
audiences; and developing historical practices that many different people,
not just 'certified' professionals, can conduct." Drawing upon "the most
exacting standards and approaches of professional historians and archivist,"
the Research Center catalogues, annotates, and reviews online historical
information which visitors can browse by topic, time period, publisher or
content as well as search using online search forms. Historical
practitioners interested in launching their own websites can explore the
resources and featured archival projects in the Collecting Center, download
free tools available in the Tools Center, browse the Practical Guide offered
in the Resource Center, or contact the group to find out about free
workshops and consultation services. This site is also reviewed in the May
20, 2005 _NSDL MET Report_. [VF]
8. HungerWeb
http://nutrition.tufts.edu/academic/hungerweb/
Sponsored by the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts
University, HungerWeb is designed to serve as an online clearinghouse for
important materials on topics broadly related to the problem of chronic
hunger. Some of the topical areas covered by HungerWeb include access to
agricultural resources, food aid in times of crisis, and environmental
protection. First-time visitors will want to look through the "Hunger: An
Overview" section which provides some brief introductory materials on the
state of hunger in the United States and across the globe. The other
material is contained within a number of other topical areas, including
agencies and organizations, research centers, and employment, internship and
volunteer opportunities. Of course, each entry also contains a brief
synopsis of what users can expect to find within each place, such as the
site for the Agricultural Research Service or the Australian Centre for
International Agricultural Research. [KMG]
9. WEEE Man
http://www.weeeman.org/
The WEEE Man, designed by Paul Bonomini, is a huge robotic figure made of
scrap electrical and electronic equipment. The figure is currently located
down by the Thames River in London and is designed to represent the average
amount of electronic products that every British resident throws away during
a lifetime. Beginning in January 2006, manufacturers and retailers will be
responsible for recycling this waste under new EU legislation called the
WEEE (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) Directive. Bonomini's
extremely intriguing project is designed "to transform public perception of
waste from 'out of sight, out of mind' to visible, thought-provoking and
behavior-changing." On the site, visitors can learn about this project and
learn about their own personal impact in terms of generating electronic
waste products. In the section titled, "What is the problem?", visitors can
learn about the electronic product life cycle and other important aspects of
this growing problem. The site is rounded out by a selection of link to
sites that provide additional information, such as the Industry Council for
Electronic Equipment Recycling. [KMG]
====== General Interest ====
10. Roadside America
http://www.roadsideamerica.com/
Americans love to drive, and Doug Kirby, Ken Smith, Mike Wilkins have been
tracking the rather unique (and sometimes, quite bizarre) elements of the
roadside landscape for more than 20 years. Beginning in 1996, they began to
offer their findings on the Roadside America website so the general public
would have full knowledge of what types of roadside oddities they might
encounter on any given road trip. Their very fun homepage features a "What's
New" section that details such new roadside findings as the world's largest
thermometer in Baker, Calif., and a rather intriguing raven statue in
Ravenden, Ark. Of course, some visitors will want to take a look at the
"Electric Map" to get a better sense of each state's offerings. Before
leaving on any road trip, visitors will definitely want to look at the
"Latest Visitor Tips" offered by fellow roadside attraction devotees. [KMG]
11. Documenting History : Teenie Harris Archive
http://www.cmoa.org/teenie/info.asp
Charles "Teenie" Harris was a Pittsburgh photographer who spent more than 40
years documenting the city's black community, in part as the staff
photographer for the <i>Pittsburgh Courier</i> from 1941-1975 (he had
freelanced for the paper since about 1936). Harris died in 1998, never
receiving the recognition he was due, and in 2001 the Carnegie Museum of
Pittsburgh acquired his photographic archive, about 50,000 pictures. The
Teenie Harris Archive web site is an exercise in community curation--
currently there are 1400 unidentified images at the site, with space for
visitors to add comments and information. The Museum will add images monthly
until 3,600 are presented. Already there are fascinating pictures at the
site: a young Dizzy Gillespie--you'll know him by his trumpet, with the bent
bell--and many pictures of Pittsburgh's Hill District, before it burned in
the riots following Martin Luther King's 1968 assassination. All Pittsburgh
ex-pats should pay this site a visit, to identify the pictures.
12. History Trail [RealPlayer]
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/trail/
For some, becoming more interested in history may be somewhat of an uphill
battle. Sometimes it may be due to preconceived notions about the way the
subject was presented when they were young, and others may find the material
a bit dry. This website offered by the BBC presents a variety of historical
perspectives that are both engaging and informative, and as such, the site
is well worth a look. The various sections address such powerful themes as
"Church and State", "Victorian Britain", and "Conquest", which affords
visitors the opportunity to learn about the nature of the Norman invasion in
1066. The "Local History" section is quite helpful as it teaches visitors
how to explore their own communities through historical clues, documents,
and visual evidence. Each section contains brief articles, activities, and
quizzes that help flesh out the material. [KMG]
13. Science Buzz
http://ltc2.smm.org/buzz/
The Science Museum of Minnesota has produced a number of fine online
features, and the Science Buzz site is no exception. On the site, visitors
can find in-depth information about a variety of science news stories that
often do not receive adequate coverage elsewhere in the media. Some of the
current stories on the site include West Nile virus, cloning, and even
invasive flying carp. Visitors will want to start by perusing the "What's
Abuzz" section on the homepage. Here they can find about current science
news stories and peruse previous stories as well. For persons who know what
they are looking for there is a section titled "I want to learn about",
where they can go directly to stories about such topical areas as physical
science, math, or the history and nature of science. Finally, visitors can
also elect to give their own feedback on the various elements of the site.
[KMG]
14. Ireland's Department of the Environment, Heritage & Local Government
[pdf]
http://www.environ.ie/doei/doeihome.nsf?Open
The origins of Ireland's contemporary Department of the Environment,
Heritage & Local Government can be traced back to the passing of the
country's Poor Relief Act of 1838. Today, the Department has a broad
mandate, and is responsible for a host of highly coordinated policy
strategies that include nuclear safety, planning, local governance, and
preservation programs. From the Department's homepage, visitors can learn
about the annual Heritage Week festivities, find housing statistics, learn
about its strategy for addressing the homeless problem in the country, and a
host of other topics. The publications area also contains a number of
helpful policy and guideline documents, including materials on sustainable
housing developments and waste management control. The site is rounded out
by a press release area where visitors become more familiar with the
agency's more recent work. [KMG]
15. Eye of Science
http://www.eyeofscience.de/eos2/index2.html
The wonderful Eye of Science project began in 1994, and is currently under
the direction of Oliver Meckes and Nicole Ottawa. As their philosophic
statement on this website states, "Our aim is to combine scientific
exactness with aesthetic appearances, and thereby help to bridge the gap
between the world of science and the world of art." In order to help serve
this mission, they have placed numerous examples of their work online in a
series of galleries on this site. Using electron microscopy and a host of
other equipment and techniques, the pair has created these fine images of
such things as parasites, cross-sections of a lavender leaf, and a rather
harrowing photograph of an itch mite. Along with viewing these images,
visitors can also learn about the awards they have received and learn about
the equipment they use in their work. [KMG]
16. International Council for Science [pdf]
http://www.icsu.org
A number of international organizations are working towards bringing
together the best and the brightest in the fields of science for the benefit
of society. The International Council for Science (ICSU) is one such
organization and on its website visitors can read about the organization's
latest work, learn about their its programs, and read various reports and
press releases. Visitors looking to delve into ICSU publications should look
through the Resource Centre area, which includes its annual report and also
strategic reviews, which cover topics as energy and sustainable societies.
Additionally, the site contains a data and information area which contains a
host of materials that relate to the relationship between science and the
development of the so-called "Information Society." [KMG]
====== Network Tools ====
17. Tiki CMS/Groupware 1.9.0
http://tikiwiki.org/
Many users will find this particular project to be quite helpful,
particularly if they are trying to coordinate collaborative projects across
great distances. Tiki CMS/Groupware 1.9.0 is an open-source content
management system that can be used to create a diverse range of Web
applications, sites, portals, and intranets. Additionally, the major
features include newsletters, blogs, an image gallery, and quizzes. This
particular version is compatible with all operating systems. [KMG]
18. Group-Office 2.13-4
http://sourceforge.net/project/screenshots.php?group_id=76359
Applications offering more congenial online working environments continue to
be released, and this version of Group-Office is definitely worth a look.
Utilizing this Web-based office suite, users can add on separate modules
that will allow them to customize the program to their specific needs. Some
of the features include an email client, a file manager, a calendar, and
customer relations management. This 30-day free trial version is compatible
with Mac OS X and newer. [KMG]
====== In The News ====
19. Kudzu May Help Curb Excessive Drinking
Study: Herb Helps Curb Binge Drinking
http://www.newsday.com/news/health/wire/sns-ap-binge-drinking-chinese-
herb,0,179837.story?coll=sns-ap-health-headlines
Chinese Herb Significantly Reduces Alcohol Intake, Study Finds
http://www.mclean.harvard.edu/news/press/current.php?id=76
College Alcohol Study [pdf]
http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/cas/
Invasive Species: Kudzu
http://www.invasivespecies.gov/profiles/kudzu.shtml
Kudzu: The Vine
http://www.jjanthony.com/kudzu/
Kudzu: A Digital Quarterly
http://www.etext.org/Zines/Kudzu/
For more than 100 years, kudzu has been seen by many as a curse on the
landscape of the American South, growing up to a foot in a single day, and
extending over thousands of acres of land. This pervasive plant may be
getting a better name soon, as recent research has indicated that the plant
may be able to help curb binge-drinking. In a recent study conducted by
researcher Scott Lukas at the Harvard-affiliated McLean Hospital indicates
that those participants who took kudzu pills drank an average of 1.8 beers
per session, compared with the 3.5 beers consumed by those who took a
placebo. This research draws on many hundreds of years of anecdotal evidence
from China, where various parts of the kudzu plant have been used in a
variety of treatments. The initial reports seem to suggest that while kudzu
won't in fact turn heavy drinkers into complete teetotalers, it will in fact
help them cut back.
The first link will lead users to a news article from this Wednesday's
online version of Newsday that talks about these intriguing findings. The
second link will take visitors to the official press release on the findings
from Harvard Medical School-affiliated McLean Hospital. The third link leads
to the homepage of the College Alcohol Study at the Harvard School of Public
Health, which contains a number of helpful reports and news briefs about the
state of drinking on college campuses and various alcohol abatement
programs. The fourth link will take visitors to a website offered by the
federal government that provides some insight into the world of the kudzu
plant. The fifth link leads to a page which provides some dramatic
photographic evidence of how kudzu envelops all types of structures
throughout the South. The sixth and final link will take visitors to the
online journal, "Kudzu", which was founded in 1994 in Oxford, Miss. [KMG]
====== ======
== Index for May 20, 2005 ==
====== ======
1. NSDL Scout Report for Math, Engineering, and Technology
The tenth issue of the fourth volume of the MET Report is available. Its
Topic in Depth section offers websites and comments about Robotic Surgery.
2. International Geosphere-Biosphere Programme [pdf]
http://www.igbp.kva.se
3. Social Watch [pdf]
http://www.socwatch.org.uy/en/portada.htm
4. National Opinion Research Center [pdf]
http://www.norc.uchicago.edu/
5. Chopin Early Editions
http://chopin.lib.uchicago.edu/
6. The Institute for Interactive Journalism
http://www.j-lab.org/
7. George Mason University: Exploring and Collecting History Online
http://echo.gmu.edu/index.php
8. HungerWeb
http://nutrition.tufts.edu/academic/hungerweb/
9. WEEE Man
http://www.weeeman.org/
10. Roadside America
http://www.roadsideamerica.com/
11. Documenting History : Teenie Harris Archive
http://www.cmoa.org/teenie/info.asp
12. History Trail [RealPlayer]
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/trail/
13. Science Buzz
http://ltc2.smm.org/buzz/
14. Ireland's Department of the Environment, Heritage & Local Government
[pdf]
http://www.environ.ie/doei/doeihome.nsf?Open
15. Eye of Science
http://www.eyeofscience.de/eos2/index2.html
16. International Council for Science [pdf]
http://www.icsu.org
17. Tiki CMS/Groupware 1.9.0
http://tikiwiki.org/
18. Group-Office 2.13-4
http://sourceforge.net/project/screenshots.php?group_id=76359
19. Kudzu May Help Curb Excessive Drinking
Study: Herb Helps Curb Binge Drinking
http://www.newsday.com/news/health/wire/sns-ap-binge-drinking-chinese-
herb,0,179837.story?coll=sns-ap-health-headlines
Chinese Herb Significantly Reduces Alcohol Intake, Study Finds
http://www.mclean.harvard.edu/news/press/current.php?id=76
College Alcohol Study [pdf]
http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/cas/
Invasive Species: Kudzu
http://www.invasivespecies.gov/profiles/kudzu.shtml
Kudzu: The Vine
http://www.jjanthony.com/kudzu/
Kudzu: A Digital Quarterly
http://www.etext.org/Zines/Kudzu/
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