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By mikethemadbiologist on August 6, 2010.

Thank the All-Father it's Frejyasdaeg. Celebrate with some links. Science:

Science Blogging Networks: What, Why and How
If you're predicting disease, you should be regulated
A warmer ocean is a less green one
One epidemic, two problems
When Should You Open Your Car Windows? An Experiment

Other:

Delusions, Illusions, and the True Costs of Digital Publishing
Legacy
Obama's Legacy: Afghanistan
Investing in a nanny state for social returns
Credit Score Is the Tyrant in Lending

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