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An interesting piece on public vs. private "innovation" and the politics that go with it. 

What is the role of data vs. instinct and experience in innovation? How will big data influence how we make decisions? 

it is estimated that 70% of all new product innovation is based on materials with new or improved properties.

it is one of the more interesting stories in web guru land... Good find!

Event to widen the collaboration loop - makers/creators/innovators. Sponsored by Institute for the Future among others.

And, the Palo Alto Art Center's Art Truck will be there!

Here's an interesting idea for a way to bring baby boomers into the museum (one section is about retirement planning)...an exhibit that attempts to make financial information resonant and "stick" with people

Interesting editorial on Design Thinking - "let's put our heads together, create, innovate, and forge ahead. In corporate speak, this translates to speculation and forecasts on an organization's future, field, operations, and methods. It means reflecting on the how's and why's inherent to change and growth."

Interesting observations on diversity and depth of reading/

I think it is particularly true in this era of social media that we tend to hear only from/about people who are like us. Deep discussion of issues cannot thrive in this sort of an environment. There are many talented, insightful folks writing on their own blogs about important topics, but I don't have time to seek them out, read them, and understand what they're saying in order to form an opinion. So? I rely on my social media contacts. Oops.

A funding contest rather than a laborious, slow grant application process.  Now this could spark some innovation!

Another corporate museum worth noting.

This is pretty crazy!

Five guests from a variety of sectors will answer questions on how technology and innovation can be used for social good.

Ask the criminals!