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“Quacking the Code” – Rubber Ducks in IT
When asked to think about a rubber duck, the average person would probably envision a yellow toy that kids play with, usually when taking...
Lava Lamps – A Surprising Beacon of Light for Internet Encryption
In the realm of Internet security, where digital threats loom large and data protection is paramount, innovative solutions often emerge from unexpected sources. One...
The Syrinx: The Musical Instrument For Rose-Ringed Parakeets
The rose-ringed parakeet (Psittacula krameri) also known as the ring-necked parakeet, is a medium-sized bird species that is native to the Indian subcontinent as...
Caffeine: A Neuroprotective Agent Against Adenosine Receptors
Effects of Caffeine
Caffeine a widely consumed psychoactive stimulant mostly found in drinks such as coffee, tea, matcha, and other popular energy drinks is known...
Rating Neurotransmitters by (Personal Preference?)
What is a neurotransmitter?
Neurotransmitters are the chemical messengers used for communication between neurons. They are released into the synapse (gap between neurons) by the...
Virtual Nature: Could it yield the same effects?
I recently went on my first backpacking trip and was able to spend my time immersed in a natural environment. Among those trees and...
GaTech Taking Steps to Improve Mental Health!
As of this semester, Georgia Tech has become a JED Campus! This is a designation given to universities that put systems and programs in...
The Magical Goo!
Have you ever heard of Oobleck? I first discovered this substance, a mixture of water and cornstarch, while doing a science experiment in elementary...
HackMITea: A Hackathon From the Eyes of a Physics Major
Recently, I've had the opportunity to visit a friend up north and experience my first ever hackathon, hosted by none other than MIT. Every...
A day in the life of a field ecologist
Details from my summer experience conducting fieldwork in the Colorado Rockies
Photo caption: View of the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory, with Gothic Mountain towering above.
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