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If you've been paying attention, you've no doubt noticed that things have been a little quiet around here. While this blog isn't dead, per se, it's on an extended hibernation.
In the meantime, find my writing at io9, Conservation Magazine, BBC Future, and elsewhere. You can keep up with me by keeping your eyes on my website, www.jasonggoldman.com, where there are some interesting new developments... the best strategy is probably to follow me on twitter or on Facebook, if you don't already.