Whale Sharks Swim to Extinction
Whale sharks are the largest fish in the world, spanning up to 19 meters long and weighing up to 15 tonnes. Less than…
Category: Science & Nature
Ryanair: Can a Bad Customer Experience Be a Winning Strategy?
“Ryanair: More Like Cryin’ in the Air.” This is the title of an opinion article published in Blue & Read by Wiyot Cooks…
The Science Behind a Devastating Disease
If you love Grey’s Anatomy, you might recognize actor Eric Dane, who played Dr. Mark Sloan. Recently, I came across an article mentioning…
The Teenage Brain
“It wasn’t me! Blame my brain.” It sounds like the perfect excuse, but is it actually true? Surprisingly, science suggests that there is…
The Science of Lucid Dreaming
What if you could step into a world where anything and everything is possible—and know that it’s all a dream? This is the…
The Secret Science of Color-Shifting Creatures
Chameleons are fascinating creatures. Most people know them for their weird monocular vision and their quick, sticky tongues. However, not many people understand…
Tap Off, Tech On: Hacking Drought
The world’s population is growing, and so is the demand for food. However, agricultural productivity “has slowed to a near-halt” (Sustainability Directory), suggesting…
Two Systems and One Disease: How Multiple Sclerosis Care Differs in France and in the US
It may seem strange, but I don’t remember the day that I actually learned that my mother has a chronic, life-altering disease. She…
The Hidden Messages Behind Your Dreams
You might forget most of your dreams by breakfast, but the ones you do remember could be mirrors reflecting your fears, hopes, and…