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A Spritz of Sperm Whale
When you think of perfume, what kinds of ingredients come to mind? Some people may think about flowery scents like rose, cherry blossom, or...
The Uncanny Valley – An Exploration of How Humans Perceive AI
Have you ever seen a humanoid design that looks just off? Whether it's the subtle placement of facial features, an abnormal glint in the...
How Science is Reinventing What it Means to “Stay Cool”
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On a hot July day, what you wear to stay cool matters. There are common remedies to help you stay cool: wearing cotton and...
Misophonia: The Unofficial Common Neurobehavioral Disorder
For sure most people have already experienced some ‘disliking’ sounds before. For example, the emergency sirens, high-pitched yellings, public space noises, etc. What’s about...
A science communicator takes a communications class?!
Even though I have been involved with the STEMComm VIP team for almost four full years now, I have never taken the time to...
Dragon’s Beard Candy: A Math-Based Art
Dragon's Beard Candy, also known as "Chinese Cotton Candy," is a prime example of the masterful blending of culinary creativity and traditional culture. This...
Virtual Reality in Education: Revolutionizing Learning Experiences
Virtual reality (VR) has emerged as technology with the potential to change education in the future. VR's immersive and interactive experiences are redefining traditional...
Maximizing Sleep Cycles for Optimal Well-Being: The Key 90 Minutes
Given its critical importance to our health and well-being, sleep is an essential and fundamental aspect of our lives. Our heart, immune system, metabolism,...
Navigating the Cosmic Currents: The Great Attractor
Astronomers and astrophysicists are fascinated by the deep mysteries that lie beneath the cosmic tapestry, which is made up of galaxies, clusters, and the...
Real or CGI? How Technology is Used in Netflix’s Life on...
The image above features two Cave Lions, beautifully captured looking out over the icy foothills of...