Hack Glowing Cells: This Saturday at BioCurious
This is the “Hello World” of biotech. You will make cells that glow! Adding jellyfish genes to bacteria might sound like it’s complicated, but it’s easy!
Announcements
Maker Seeking Help with Wind Turbine
In the comments to an old post that Becky did in 2009, about Instructable user brokengun single-engine single rotor wind turbine (pictured above), a maker from India is trying to build a similar turbine and having problems.
ComBots Cup, This Weekend! (Tickets Discount)
Our pals over at RoboGames are already…um… gearing up for another great robot bash-up next year and they want you to be there when the bolts burst and the wheels come flying off (’cause isn’t that what it’s really all about?). Once again they’re generously offering MAKE readers discounted advanced tickets to their 2012 games, their eighth annual international robot olympics.
Book Giveaway: Craft Activism, plus Red Scarf Project
Craft Activism is more than just a collection of how-tos. The 17 projects in this book have the added dimension of being connected to a cause: Pass along a worthy message with the Easy-Piecey Peace Quilt; recycle plastic bags to make a skirt; update your grandmother’s crafts with a feminist – and modern – touch; […]
Providence-based Betaspring Startup Accelerator Looking for Maker Companies
Earlier this year, Betaspring expanded its network of mentors and resources to develop a dedicated track for physical technology companies. Accelerating physical technology companies is a natural fit for Betaspring, with Providence providing us with a strong community of makers, DIY technologists, and direct access to supporting organizations like the Rhode Island School of Design, the Steelyard, AS220 and the new AS220 FabLab.
Providence, RI Fab Academy Now Accepting Applications for 2012
The Providence, RI branch of the Fab Academy is now accepting applications for the 2012 session taking place from January 2 2010 – June 30, 2012. The deadline for applications is December 10th. However, applications will be processed as they are submitted and class size is limited.
John Fluevog Needs Crafters!
I have absolutely adored John Fluevog shoes since I first discovered the ultra stylistic footwear in the 80s during a trip to Vancouver. Now there’s one more thing to love about them – they are calling on crafters to help fill their new vending machine! From their site: You remember the phone booth in Dr. […]
