Just found the portfolio of Jose Ku Sia, Jr. , a fellow MIT alumni. He's into rapid prototyping and product design. His recent work on Design and Evolution reminds me of Franco Lodato's Book Bionics in Action.
Friday, May 28, 2004
Thursday, May 27, 2004
YOU'VE BEEN SORTED INTO...
I'VE BEEN SORTED INTO... Gryffindor! Which one are you? Take the quiz here.
Phone Etiquette
Working in this industry its only fair to be reminded of true phone conversation etiquette. Telephone etiquette. (Thanks Henry!)
Hint Fashion Magazine -- Contents
Sometimes you need a fashionHint. Good thing you can go online and get a clue.
Sunday, May 23, 2004
Thursday, May 20, 2004
Cambridge Chronicle Police Logs
Cambridge Police Logs courtesy ofCambridge Cambridge Cambridge Chronicle...
Adele Naude Santos, MIT's new dean of Architecture
After a nice dinner at Outback with Jim's parents, I was delighted to receive my latest issue of PLAN. It listed the new dean of Architecture, Adele Naude Santos, and some pics of her buildings. I really enjoyed reading about it. Later, I found a good site, by an MIT student called not to scale . a journal of thoughts on architecture. Interesting ways to glimpse what's going on in the MIT Architecture department. Anyway, her buildings look way cool, and I like the idea of landscape blending into a building.
Friday, May 14, 2004
Wednesday, May 12, 2004
CELab - Designing Bits & Pieces
CELab - Designing Bits & Pieces. On May 10, the MIT Media Laboratory and the Consumer Electronics Association will co-host a symposium at MIT's Kresge Auditorium, followed by a research open house at the Media Lab. Walt Mossberg, Personal Technology columnist at the Wall Street Journal, will serve as emcee.
My favorite talk was by Hugh Herr. Now that is cutting edge!
My favorite talk was by Hugh Herr. Now that is cutting edge!
Thursday, May 06, 2004
EWG Report || Focus Pocus
EWG Report || Focus Pocus: "came under immediate fire from independent scientists and public health activists for failing to adopt the recommendations of a National Academy of Sciences study on mercury (NAS 2000), and for not providing pregnant women with complete information on what fish to avoid during pregnancy - particularly tuna.
Speaking to the press in May 2001, Dr. Robert Goyer, chairman of the NAS committee on mercury toxicity, criticized the Agency's health advisory for mercury, saying 'The F.D.A. should be providing people with the best information and let them be the judge. The F.D.A. has stopped short of what it should have done.'
Newly-available, internal FDA documents obtained by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) reveal that FDA, under pressure from the seafood industry, is deliberately withholding critical information from pregnant women on mercury-contaminated tuna and other fish, and using 'focus group' sessions as a justification. "
Speaking to the press in May 2001, Dr. Robert Goyer, chairman of the NAS committee on mercury toxicity, criticized the Agency's health advisory for mercury, saying 'The F.D.A. should be providing people with the best information and let them be the judge. The F.D.A. has stopped short of what it should have done.'
Newly-available, internal FDA documents obtained by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) reveal that FDA, under pressure from the seafood industry, is deliberately withholding critical information from pregnant women on mercury-contaminated tuna and other fish, and using 'focus group' sessions as a justification. "
Monday, May 03, 2004
Coffee Lyrics
Coffee Lyrics
I like my men
Like I like my coffee
Hot, strong and sweet like toffee
Oh! So you know that I can’t let you go
I like my men
luscious...
I like my men
Like I like my coffee
Hot, strong and sweet like toffee
Oh! So you know that I can’t let you go
I like my men
luscious...
Supersister UK
Roo has introduced me to Supersister UK, a group that he thinks is fabulous. I have yet to hear their song, but I hear "coffee" is great. Review coming soon...
Saturday, May 01, 2004
CHI 2004: April 24-29 | Vienna, Austria
Just got back from my trip toCHI 2004: April 24-29 | Vienna, Austria. It was nice that this year, people were way more accepting of ambient communication and telepresence. It was a bonus to see so many telepresence projects, and instead of hearing questions on the merits of such work, noting the acceptance and queries about the research. Also, the SV party was rocking! They had the German DJ pumping out techno and people dancing on the tables by the end of the night. The best part was when the Chairs got up and danced, after people shouted "more more more" so that the DJ would do an encore. What a conference!
Sunday, April 18, 2004
Thursday, April 15, 2004
Alvin Ailey show
Sometimes, I wonder at how awesome my friends are. Sarah, whom I grew up with, but hadn't seen in a while, invited me to watch her cousin perform. Bonus! Her cuz is a dancer in the Alvin Ailey dance troupe. We got great seats, and the performance was awesome! I had been to this show once before, but we were further back. This time, we were in the orchestra, and the performance was amazing. I had grown up reading about Katherine Dunham, so Alvin Ailey holds a special place in my heart... Double bonus, we got to meet her cousin and some friends. My first time meeting real dancers. They were just as beautiful off the stage as they were on the stage. Suffice it to say, I went to bed with a large moony smile on my face.
Wednesday, April 14, 2004
Tuesday, April 13, 2004
Massive Change - is - positive
Jim will laugh because he's always foretold the invention of Sticky Gas. Massive Change - is - positive
Monday, April 12, 2004
#17 Unbroken
To22 project: #17 Unbroken 
We have all broken something by accident. For most of us, the pieces go right into the trash. But to22 saw broken pottery as a great design opportunity. "Most people see broken objects such as dishes as useless. Instead we saw that something wonderful was revealed. It's about a second life- and what better way to have these qualities noticed than by placing them right out in the open, in the middle of your life? Your dining table is the place where you converse, the place where you share and this design was created to be the centerpiece
We have all broken something by accident. For most of us, the pieces go right into the trash. But to22 saw broken pottery as a great design opportunity. "Most people see broken objects such as dishes as useless. Instead we saw that something wonderful was revealed. It's about a second life- and what better way to have these qualities noticed than by placing them right out in the open, in the middle of your life? Your dining table is the place where you converse, the place where you share and this design was created to be the centerpiece
Sunday, April 11, 2004
Wednesday, April 07, 2004
Tuesday, April 06, 2004
Monday, April 05, 2004
Cummins, Inc.-- Global economy strains loyalty in company town
I bet the same is happening all over the country, companies struggling with the global economy, and towns struggling because of it. Global economy strains loyalty in company town (Columbus, Indiana). I used to work at Cummins, and I have always thought it was a very good company. It was always impressive to see how community-based, and value oriented it was. It is hard to see it going through tough times, but I think they will survive. Likewise, I am hopeful that the new changes will make the townspeople more able to compete, and that a new equilibrium finds its place.
Sunday, April 04, 2004
BIZARRE ATTRACTIVE FORCE FOUND IN MAYONNAISE
BIZARRE ATTRACTIVE FORCE FOUND IN MAYONNAISE: "'I went to the store, bought a jar of mayonnaise and tested it,' said Montesi. 'I was curious to see if it showed the same negative normal stress, and it did.'"
This is where research money goes. Don't laugh.
This is where research money goes. Don't laugh.
Wednesday, March 31, 2004
Google Sets
Just played with Nick's recommendation of Google Sets give it a few items, it'll extrapolate. It even knew all the Harvard upperclass houses (but not the freshman dorms; shame on it). It also knew all of the MIT dorms. WOWSER.
Ignacio and Claudia
My coworker, Ignacio, and his new daughter Claudia. Claudia Lily was born on Saturday, March 20th, weighing 9.5 lbs.
Thursday, March 25, 2004
DJ Dangermouse - The Grey Album
To protest DRM, check out DJ Dangermouse - The Grey Album download. It's quite pro sounding, and I can't believe its Free! Free! Free!
Wednesday, March 24, 2004
Santiago Calatrava Website
Santiago Calatrava Website. Chi sent me this picture as a thank you and inspiration. It's the perfect blend of art and engineering. What a beauty!
Saturday, March 20, 2004
Kalumni is the cutest Kau
Then again, I think Friday, March 19, 2004
Monday, March 15, 2004
Electron Band Structure In Germanium - HAHAHAHAAAA
I got this link from Ziondanch and liked the academically inclined humor of this report.Electron Band Structure In Germanium Very Phunny!
Sunday, March 14, 2004
Dining at Fugakyu
Went out to sushi with a few friends (Rich, Virginia and Carol) at Fugakyu. I didn't know there were so many other sushi restaurants to try. Also, I'll have to remember to try Victoria's seafood on Comm ave.
Thursday, March 11, 2004
Comics by Alison Wong
Wednesday, March 10, 2004
Robot Stories at LSC
Robot Stories has been playing at LSC. So far, we saw the Robot Fixers and also Robot Love. These stories have been very interesting and poetic, about a robot's relation to life. Go LSC!
Tuesday, March 09, 2004
Monday, March 08, 2004
Bowling at Boston Bowl, Skiing at Wachusett Mountain
This was a busy weekend. My cousins Joyce and Ray came up, separately though. Ray, Jim, and Ray's coworker Mike went to Thai food on Friday at Thailand Cafe. It was delicious, and I had leftovers. Then Jim and I met on Saturday night to go Bowling with Mike, Diane and Ray at Boston Bowl. Mike scored a Turkey, Diane was a ringer, and I ended up doing some unintentional breakdancing.
On Sunday, we met Dan and Joyce at Emperor's Garden for some yummy Dim Sum. Also got to see Sarah and Anne again, so that was great. Best of all, I got to have my yummy coconut skyscraper dessert. Then we visited Cardullo's and walked Harvard Square.
We went home to crash for a bit before driving up to meet Ray, Mike and Diane again for some night skiing at
Wachusett Mountain. It was our first time on the slopes. Ray did Snowboarding and he had the bruises to prove it. I learned skiing "Make a V" "put weight on the outside foot to turn", and it was FUN. We both went up 3 times, and conquered that mountain! :) I can't wait to go again!!! Ray and Anj's first skiing/snowboarding experience!!!
On Sunday, we met Dan and Joyce at Emperor's Garden for some yummy Dim Sum. Also got to see Sarah and Anne again, so that was great. Best of all, I got to have my yummy coconut skyscraper dessert. Then we visited Cardullo's and walked Harvard Square.
We went home to crash for a bit before driving up to meet Ray, Mike and Diane again for some night skiing at
Wachusett Mountain. It was our first time on the slopes. Ray did Snowboarding and he had the bruises to prove it. I learned skiing "Make a V" "put weight on the outside foot to turn", and it was FUN. We both went up 3 times, and conquered that mountain! :) I can't wait to go again!!! Ray and Anj's first skiing/snowboarding experience!!!
Friday, March 05, 2004
Thursday, February 26, 2004
Wednesday, February 25, 2004
Friday, February 20, 2004
Thursday, February 19, 2004
Tuesday, February 17, 2004
Dancing Deer Baking Company...heaven on earth
Dancing Deer Baking Company, a local favorite. Nick had a whole hoard of their cookies last week. He's always nice enough to share. :)
Monday, February 16, 2004
Thursday, February 12, 2004
Tuesday, February 03, 2004
Jim is a... Kougra!!!!
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Monday, February 02, 2004
Lisa is a... kiko
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Sunday, February 01, 2004
Thursday, January 29, 2004
Matt is a... Scorchio!
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Roo is a... Krawk
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Roberto is an Acara
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Joonwoo is a... kacheek
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You are a... aisha
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Everglades camping photos
Wilma writes about the everglades. "Clarke and I went camping at the Everglades National Park, down in Florida City. It was so COOL!! It was our first time camping. I went canoeing for the first time in a pond called the Nine Mile Pond. There were gators everywhere!! It was so nice and peaceful. Attached are some pictures I took."
9 Mile Pond at Everglades National Park
Sunrise at Everglades National Park
Beautiful!
9 Mile Pond at Everglades National Park Sunrise at Everglades National Park Beautiful!
Dinner at Oasis
We finally got to catch up with Ela and Arrin at Oasis tonight. it was wonderful to see old friends and have a good meal. The Brazilian bbq was awesome, as always. Ela and Arrin recommended some movies, and we got to talk about travels and share weird clothing travel tales. *smile*
Wednesday, January 28, 2004
Went out to Ice Cream with my TKD group
Eric broke his board, so we had to celebrate it with some ice cream and drinks at Tosci's. Now he is a green belt, watch out!
Tuesday, January 27, 2004
Wednesday, January 14, 2004
Today I met Zoe
Zoe is a cute little dog! She is so small, yet so inquisitive. WillG introduced us. Zoe has the softest fur. She was very friendly, after a little bit of getting to know me.
Sunday, January 11, 2004
Delano Hotel Lounge
This holiday, I was able to catch up with some old friends at the
Delano Lounge.
Delano Lounge.
Saturday, December 20, 2003
Christmas Shopping Procrastinators Pack the Malls
I have to admit, I'm a procrastinator...so instead of shopping i procrastinated even more and went to visit Funworld, and see the great folks I used to work with at LCS Telegraphics. Christmas Shopping Procrastinators Pack the Malls. I had a great time talking to my colleagues, and they seem to be happy enough. All the kids had grown up a little, and it was nice to see everyone doing so well.
Silurian Border Morrismen
Wes sent me a link to the Silurian Border Morrismen. Reminds me of Xmas in Ledbury. :) Thanks Wes!
Friday, December 19, 2003
Honda (UK) Multimedia - Video section
Honda (UK) Multimedia - Video section. Check out the IMA video.
Tuesday, December 16, 2003
The Globe and Mail
The business behind the Pop business.
His use of Six sigma, one of those absurd, high-concept "continuous improvement" management tools.... hahaha
His use of Six sigma, one of those absurd, high-concept "continuous improvement" management tools.... hahaha
Friday, December 12, 2003
Thursday, December 11, 2003
Forward thinker, Muriel Cooper
AIGA > Muriel Cooper: "'We were in this big room with these teletype machines doing Fortran and there was nothing visual about anything. You had to translate any idea you had into this highly codified symbolic language that didn't make any goddamned sense to me, and I was crazy.' " A lot of people at the lab were lucky enough to have had some influence from her. Reading this article makes me wich I had been around the field earlier.
Wednesday, December 03, 2003
Monzy's Amazon Reviews
For a laugh, you can get Beluga Caviar or a one-of-a-kind pearl necklace. Even funnier are theseAmazon Reviews by Monzy
Tuesday, December 02, 2003
Wrentham Village Premium Outlets
JoonWoo told me to check out the Wrentham Village Premium Outlets. Knowing that Christmas is around the corner, maybe I could take a weekend day trip.
Monday, December 01, 2003
A weekend in Arizona
This weekend, Jim and I joined Shwang in Arizona for Janet's wedding. It was great fun! We got to see a beautiful bride get married in both American and Mexican custom. Later, we also climbed Squaw Peak in the Phoenix Mountains Preserve, Phoenix, Arizona. Squaw Peak!
For Thanksgiving, my folks came to Boston, so it was very nice to see them. We definitely did Dim Sum and ate at the Hong Kong Eatery, for a taste of the old homeland. :) It was funny that we had a table of four sets of roomies. We also got to have dinner at 'tucci's with Sopps, Shen, Nick, and Zahra.
For Thanksgiving, my folks came to Boston, so it was very nice to see them. We definitely did Dim Sum and ate at the Hong Kong Eatery, for a taste of the old homeland. :) It was funny that we had a table of four sets of roomies. We also got to have dinner at 'tucci's with Sopps, Shen, Nick, and Zahra.
Monday, November 24, 2003
True Spin: My new favorite show
Doesn't everyone want to know why artists write their songs? It's nice to know the meaning behind the lyrics, like the Police's Every Breath You Take, Duran Duran's Rio and U2's One. My favorite show for the moment is VH1.com : Shows : True Spin. I want to know who Gloria was, and why She Works Hard for her Money! :)
Wednesday, November 19, 2003
Volkswagons are nice.... and versatile
Autos: "You get an extra point if you can say it. The hot new Volkswagen SUV is called the 'Touareg.' It's pronounced 'tour egg.' The 'a' is silent.
What does it mean? It borrows its name from a nomadic Saharan tribe. Word has it that VW wanted to name it the 'Colorado,' but that had already been trademarked by General Motors. So instead of naming it the Arizona or the Delaware or the Minnesota, it went with the name of that old Saharan tribe."
What does it mean? It borrows its name from a nomadic Saharan tribe. Word has it that VW wanted to name it the 'Colorado,' but that had already been trademarked by General Motors. So instead of naming it the Arizona or the Delaware or the Minnesota, it went with the name of that old Saharan tribe."
Thursday, November 13, 2003
Tuesday, November 11, 2003
I just bought my plane tix
I'm going to go to Miami for Xmas, and then on to London for New Years! I can't wait to see my friends Jackie and Barbie, hang out with my cousin Joyce, and go to the beach. My friends Rich and Virginia are also going to be there, so it should be a blast. Now, onto the Christmas shopping...
For New Year's, I'll be joining the Gouldstones for their annual bonfire. My mom may come, too! Should be an exciting time! :)
Thursday, November 06, 2003
Bridgeport Port Jefferson Ferry Schedules and Information
We visited Andrew this weekend. We drove to Bridgeport and took the Bridgeport Port Jefferson Ferry Schedules and Information It was fun. The weather was a bit chilly, but it was an adventure. Sopps is a good driver.
Tuesday, November 04, 2003
Howtoons
Two guys associated with MIT -- Saul Griffith and Joost Bonsen -- have been working on a new way for kids to learn about science and engineering through one-page comic strips. Howtoons. Reminds me of a certain someone who always had some scheme going on, be it gigantic dinosaurs or ballistas.
Monday, November 03, 2003
A cool costume, by Ari
A Cool Halloween Costume worn by Ari. I think he got plenty of good licks. Funny bit about Mary Chung's not delivering. One wonders how they stay in business! There's a joke about that...
Sunday, November 02, 2003
Dean for Howard Dean for President
I was walking out of Harvest with Zahra the other day when I ran into Dean, of Dean for Howard Dean for President. Go Dean, good luck on your generals!
Friday, October 31, 2003
Real Pirates!
CNN.com - Ocean pirate attacks surge: report - Oct. 30, 2003
Aargh! Ahoy matey! Who woulda thunk that there are real pirates, and that they actually a problem in this Day N Age. You would think that that pirates would be gone by now (in the age of radar, gps, etc.) But Pirates are cool, because they talk funny. Arrgghghghh! Matey!
Aargh! Ahoy matey! Who woulda thunk that there are real pirates, and that they actually a problem in this Day N Age. You would think that that pirates would be gone by now (in the age of radar, gps, etc.) But Pirates are cool, because they talk funny. Arrgghghghh! Matey!
Happy Halloween, Everyone!
yay! mike duff is coming to Boston so we can hang out tonight. In the meantime, I went to work as a "street punk", with shiny pants, tight sweater (with orange edging) and a knit cap. I was keeping it real, racing up and down the office in my sneaks.
Wednesday, October 29, 2003
Nick made Squash Soup
Last week I tried Squash soup for the first time. I have to say, I really liked it. He used butternut squash and also made some chicken with bacon. I can't say that I've had such a great meal in a while. :) It was finger-lickin' good! 'Specially with a side of Joe Schmoe to go with it. 
Monday, October 27, 2003
Green Street Studios
Zahra was nice enough to point me to the Green Street Studios -- Current Schedule. It's just down the street from me, so perhaps I can fit in a Taichi or dance class. Thanks Zahra!
Saturday, October 18, 2003
Badger, Mushroom, Snake
Some of you know that I wake up early during Mushroom Season to get mushrooms in Animal Crossing. Nick, who is awesome, sent me this Badger, Mushroom, Snake flash animation in celebration. It is too cute! MUSHROOM, MAGIC Mushroom! Hahahahah! Today I woke up too late to get the mushrooms, but I did try. :)
Wednesday, October 15, 2003
Linksys: WMA11B - Wireless-B Media Adapter
Linksys: WMA11B - Wireless-B Media Adapter is nice for your parents, maybe! :)
Monday, October 13, 2003
Splat Professor
Just ran across Andrew Gouldstone's research page. I didn't know you could be a professor of Splat. Can't wait to see their lab group t-shirts. :)
Sunday, October 12, 2003
Just as I thought!
I am addicted to Animal Crossing... Right after trekking all the way to Downtown Crossing for a sausage and pepper, minute maid, and mixed nuts, I went right back to playing.
Saturday, October 11, 2003
Happy Birthday to Me!
I am 28 today! Yay! I had dimsum this morning with the coolest people, and got a card from Nick and my mom. Yesterday I went to Rain's party and also got a card from Ela & Arrin. I also got the coolest birthday Card from ->IAN<-, another from Barbie, and another from Shawn. Then we went out to eat Brazilian Barbeque with Roo, Sopps, Jim, Virginia and RIch-- all in all a satisfying way to ring in the 28th year of my life. Oh, and I got a beautiful bouquet of yellow-red roses (14!) that smell great, along with a Borders books gift certificate. Then we chomped down on the most delicious Hiz Biz cake, designed by Sopps. Then a mad dash home to play with the NGC Animal Crossing game I got. Ohh, wee, I was playing until around 3AM, and my eyes were almost shut. Such a cute game!!!!! I know, I am going to be addicted. :)
Friday, October 10, 2003
MIT Solar Electric Vehicle Team
Go MIT! The new MIT Solar Car is out. I remember my freshman summer, riding with the Dane Hovey Racing Team and helping out alongside the Manta (the MIT solar car back then). This year, the team is in Australia, and I am sure they will make us proud. The name of this year's car is Tesseract. 
Monday, October 06, 2003
Sweet Deep Fried Ice Cream with Noga and Zahra at Thai Basil
There we are, at Thai Basil on Newbury. Dinner was great, and the atmosphere was quiet. Then the fire alarm went off a few times. We stayed for ice cream, and then headed to The Other Side Cafe on the other side of Newbury. The Other Side was playing rap and hiphop at full blast, until around 11PM, then they mellowed out.
Winners of the Ig® Nobel Prize
Winners of the Ig® Nobel Prize is a great read! Nothing like fun and science in one.
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