An honest and humorous delve into the variety of functions that an Acknowledgements section can fulfil. One can “assert scholarly pedigree and intellectual genealogy” by presenting their list of formidably intelligent colleagues and accomplishments. On the other side of the spectrum, the acknowledgements section can be a medium for amusement, “basically the worst kind of Oscar acceptance speech.” Alternatively, if settling grudges and seeking revenge is your modus operandi, you can “strategically omit” individuals to rouse them into “bewail[ing] their manifold sins and wickedness.” Read full article here
Technology
The First Solar-Powered Car Comes at a Hot Price
The Lightyear O is a revolutionary electric car powered by the sun. Developed by a Dutch startup, the four-door sedan has over 50 square feet of solar panels on its roof and hood, generating up to 43 miles of energy a day. With production now underway in Finland, the car does come with a hefty price tag at $262,000, but the company hopes to introduce a more affordable version, the Lightyear 2, by 2025. Read full article here
Merv
January 27, 2023
