Daniel Jubb, 24
Rocket Man
It’s always fun to casually mention that my friend is a rocket scientist who has done work for NASA. Partly because of the clichéd expression (“I’m no rocket scientist, but…”) the comment still catches listeners off guard. While I can’t claim to understand the underlying principles of rocket propulsion, I admit that the geek in me gets slightly aroused at the idea of rocket-powered anything. This might help you understand my piqued interest in Daniel Jubb, 24, who sports a moustashe as unique as his youth-inspired passion. Jubb has been building rockets since he was 5 and is currently planning to break the land-speed record. This article is a fascinating look at Jubb as his interest is kindled from a young age to winning US Government contracts. Dream big, right?
Times Online: Rocket Man set to become Record Man
Reverse Karaoke?
Anyone who knows me can attest to my passion for music. Unfortunately, innovation has been stagnant in mainstream music due largely in part to greedy record and distribution companies. Anytime I see an opportunity for more grassroots creativity I think we might still have hope that music as expression and art is not lost. Microsoft Research Labs has developed a package called Songsmith which allows the user to sing their own melodies into the PC and the software will write an accompaniment. Ars Technica got their hands on the software and gave it a little test drive and the experience sounds promising!
Microsoft Research: Songsmith
Ars Technica: Electric Sidemen, a look at Microsoft Songsmith
