All Species - On September 18-19, 2000, 40 scientists and professionals from around the world met at the California Academy of Sciences to establish ALL Species, a new organization that is attempting to catalog every living species on earth within one generation (25 years). A complete inventory of all species on our planet will greatly enhance our capacity to conserve essential biodiversity. This survey, which will include microbes, will enlist the support and cooperation of scientific organizations around the world.
Investigate Your Last Name - Site provides links to some of the largest sets of surname data available for searching. You'll need to enter at least a surname to get results. Find out how common your name is in different parts of the United States and do historical research on your family name.
National Compensation Survey - Site provides comprehensive measures of occupational earnings; compensation cost trends, benefit incidence, and detailed plan provisions. Detailed occupational earnings are available for metropolitan and non-metropolitan areas, broad geographic regions, and on a national basis.
How to Write a Letter of Recommendation - tips about what to include and how to structure a typical letter of recommendation. This advice may also be useful if you request a letter of recommendation from someone who is not familiar with how to write one.
Diagnose Car Problems - Can you smell rotten eggs when you start your car? Is your engine pinging when driving up hills? Many times you'll notice a change in the way your car performs, but you can't identify the problem. The Troubleshooting Guide will help you pinpoint the symptoms your car is exhibiting and will suggest possible causes.
Study Guides and Strategies - A resource for students from the Learning Center of University of St. Thomas. Information includes: Preparing to Learn, Studying, Reading Skills, Classroom Participation, Preparing for Tests, Taking Tests, Writing Basics, Researching on the Internet, and much more.
