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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...
Stephen Hawking Tribute Comic Review
“Tribute: Stephen Hawking” by Michael Lent and Brian McCarthy with art by Zach Bassett and published by Tidalwave Productions, released 2019.
I confess: I never...
The Guinea Pig as a Pet
Guinea pigs are one of the most popular small house pets and for good reason! Cute and communicative, they can form close bonds with...
If I only had a…spine?
For as long as I can remember, I have been obsessed with how people move. Now, hear me out. Even simple movements are fascinating...
Butterfly Pea Flower Tea
A cup of tea brings feelings of peace and serenity to mind. Whether it be a rainy day or cold evening, drinking a warm...
Bad @ss Birds
I didn’t realize that birds were cool until I was a senior in high school (4 whole years ago). Just to be clear, this...
Batty or Bacterial?
On The Origin of the Western Vampire
The myth of a devilish creature draining the life force (blood) of a community was brought to life...