I like the applications for clothing and hats. Soft until you hit something. Not only does it harden, but the act of hardening absorbs energy, lessening the impact force. "Smart" materials like this will be the future of clothing and gear.
The theory of evolution is just as stupid as the theories of gravity and electromagnetism.
I've got some Silly Putty, a cable swagger, the comics page, and I'm headin' to the Garage right now. Who wants to do some trad climbing with me this weekend?
I see they are still lopping off mountains in Eastern Kentucky. Electricity isn't cheap.