Webwatch

On genetics
http://library.thinkquest.org/C0122628/main.php
There is no end to the mysteries of DNA. Describing it as the “fundamental control centre of all living things”, this website explores DNA replication, genetic engineering and genetic diseases. It consists of articles, images and flash movies with a glossary explaining the more technical terms.

Revision time
http://www.explorelearning.com/
If you are revising before a science or mathematics examination, then consider this website as a testing ground. The site consists of thousands of worksheets relating to different topics. The only catch is that there is only a certain time slot in which you can use this service for free. So save the webpages up as fast as you can.

For geeks and others
http://www.geeknewscentral.com/
This interesting website belongs to Todd Cochrane, the author of Podcasting: The do-it-yourself guide. It features news items as well as the writer’s opinion pieces on various technology- and IT-related issues. It also features external links to websites that are worth visiting.

Skin deep
http://magma.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0211/feature2/index.html
There is definitely more to our skin than what meets the eye. This site delves into the minute details of our skin. It provides us with interesting facts and figures, close-up photographs with captions and, of course, a very fascinating article that helps us understand more about our skin.

Webwatch

Not too pretty!

http://www.nottoopretty.org/

We have all heard of the side effects that cosmetics can cause. Here is a website which delves deep into the chemistry of cosmetics. It includes a list of chemicals that can inflict long-lasting damage if care is not taken. Best of all, the site lists the companies whose products may be harmful.

For science enthusiasts

http://www.junkscience.com/

This website is primarily a collection of news stories on diverse, science-related issues. It focuses on global warming, global temperature changes, increasing gas emissions and Kyoto Protocol. There are special sections on ozone depletion and the consumers’ rights as well.


First in line

http://www.sbrlabs.com/

Still in its infancy, SBR Labs is the first Pakistan-based hardware analysis website. Focusing on games, storage devices, processors and motherboards, the site is sure to help those who are consistently upgrading their PCs. Since some sections are yet to be launched, keep visiting it for updates.

Spaced out

http://www.thespacereview.com/

This website is actually an e-magazine, titled The Space Review. It publishes well-researched and analytical articles relating to space programmes and the science of space exploration. Government policies are also discussed critically. You can enter your email address on the website after which you qualify for updates on new articles.