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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”
Introduction:
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...
Agriculture Overseas- An Examination of Floating Sea Farms
There is a new technology on the horizon that claims to have the potential to solve two of the biggest global...
The Art of Cheese-Making
Cheese represents a blend of artistry and scientific precision. Behind every delectable wedge lies a complex world of microbial alchemy, enzymatic processes, and carefully...
Exploring the Scientific Credibility of Personality Tests and Astrology
What Harry Potter house are you? What's your mbti? What's your zodiac? What kind of fruit are you? What are your big three?
I've asked and...
The Science of Yawning
We've all experienced that urge to open our mouths wide, take a deep breath, and stretch our facial muscles. But why do we yawn,...
Scary or Social? The Secret Lives of Creepy Creatures
If I asked you to think of some “scary” or “creepy” animals, what sorts of creatures would you think of? From tiny bats to...
A Future of Painless Tattoos
Introduction: A Breakthrough in Tattooing
In a groundbreaking scientific advancement, researchers at the Georgia Tech have introduced painless and bloodless tattoos using microneedle patch technology....