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Art
Brent Kee Young is a luminary in contemporary glass art, celebrated as a master craftsman, innovative artist, and dedicated educator. As Professor Emeritus at the Cleveland Institute of Art, his influence extends far beyond the classroom, reaching prestigious museums, galleries, and collections across the United States and Asia. His latest creation, ″Cascade,″ set to debut at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, further solidifies his status as a preeminent figure in the field.
Throughout his career, Young has consistently demonstrated a remarkable ability to innovate in the field of glass art. From his early Fossil Series, featured in the Smithsonian American Art Museum′s Renwick Gallery, to his groundbreaking Matrix Series, also included in the Renwick, Young′s work captivates audiences with technical brilliance and creative depth. The Matrix Series, in particular, highlights his mastery of flameworked borosilicate glass rods…
Science
In a groundbreaking study published in Science Advances, scientists at the University of Cambridge′s Sainsbury Laboratory have made a remarkable discovery in the world of plant biology. Led by Dr. Edwige Moyroud, the research team has uncovered an invisible ″pre-pattern″ that shapes the iconic bullseye designs on hibiscus petals. This finding reveals nature′s equivalent of a ″paint-by-numbers″ system, active long before any visible colors emerge, and offers new insights into the intricate process of floral pattern formation.
The study demonstrates that these early developmental blueprints play a crucial role in attracting pollinators, particularly bees. Surprisingly, bees show a clear preference for larger bullseyes, moving between flowers with bigger patterns 25% faster. This discovery highlights the delicate interplay between plant evolution and pollinator behavior. By comparing different hibiscus species, including the critically endangered Hibiscus richardsonii with its small bullseye and the more common Hibiscus trionum with a medium-sized bullseye…
Photography
The vast universe is like a splendid and colorful painting, filled with endless wonders and mysteries. In this realm of dazzling starlight, Gary Lopez stands as a pioneering explorer. With unique ingenuity, he elevates astrophotography from mere scientific recording to breathtaking works of art. Through each of his creations, Lopez invites us to jointly explore the hidden marvels of the cosmos, to reassess our understanding of the vast space, and to spark our boundless imagination of the universe′s mysteries. His works are not just records of celestial bodies but also interpretations of the human spirit of exploration, allowing us to feel a profound connection between ourselves and the universe as we admire them.
Lopez′s journey is as fascinating as his photographs. Formerly a collaborator with the legendary Jacques Cousteau, he transitioned…
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Architecture/Design
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Art
Refracting Brilliance: The Glass Artistry of Brent Kee Young
Taiwan’s Emerging Artist Julia Hung: a Dynamic Perspective on Multicultural Art
Fostering Aesthetic Elegance: The Visionary Glass Art of Jiyong Lee
Vanessa Barragão: The Fusion of Textile Art and Environmentalism
Harmonizing Art, Nature and Mathematics: The Captivating Kinetic Sculptures of Reuben Margolin
The Sublime Nature Beauty Portrayed by John MacDonald
A World “Neither Here nor There” as Portrayed by Nathan Walsh
DRIFT’s Performative Installations that Connect to Nature
A Pure Pursuit of Harmonious Coexistence with Nature by Sculptor Christian Verginer
The Dancing Iris by Ingrid Elias
The Breathtaking Scientific Glass Art Of Bernd Weinmayer
Tachiki Yoshie’s Exquisite Flora Art
The Ornate Woven Landscape by Taiwanese Artist, Lee Chen-Lin
The Paper Wonders of Rogan Brown
Robust Simplicity – Timeless “Horned Animals” Sculpted by Gé Pellini
Photography
Stargazer Extraordinaire: Gary Lopez’s Fusion of Art and Astrophotography
The Ethereal Beauty of Deception: Georgina Steytler’s “March of the Spider Orchids”
The Microscopic Muse: Wim van Egmond’s Remarkable Journey in Art and Science
Through the Lens: Ju Shen Lee’s Journey to Document the Beauty and Bonds in South East Asia
Fusing Art and Science: Małgorzata Lisowska’s Exploration of Healing Through Microscope Photography
A Glimpse into the Microcosm: Hassanain Qambari’s Visionary Triumph in Nikon Small World Competition
Tim Boomer’s Triumph in the 2023 Nikon Small World Competition: A Deep Dive into Macro Photography’s Wonders
Capturing Nature’s Elegance: An Interview with the Siena Photo Awards 2023 Winner, Fabio Savini
Liron Gertsman: The Avian Virtuoso Behind the 2023 Audubon Grand Prize
Nguyen Ngoc Thien: A Photographic Whiz of Visual Storytelling
Artisan and Craft
Polly Adams Sutton’s ‘Ebb Tide’: A Masterpiece of Contemporary Basketry
The Fascination of Bamboo Art: An Interview with Taiwanese Bamboo Artist Ching-Ke Lin
Tatami Reimagined: The Creative Journey of the Tatami ReFab Project
Unique Furniture Designs Combine Simplicity with Functionality by Deniz Aktay
From Wall Hanging to Tableware – The Appeal of Washi
Garri Dadyan, A Virtuoso of Metal Work
Ceramics/Pottery
Sculpting the Void: Ken Eastman’s Journey Through Form and Emptiness
Curtis Benzle’s Artistic Voyage: Refining the Elegance of Colored Translucent Porcelain
Mesmerized Wonders of Yuan-te Wang’s Ceramic Art
Paradigm of Perfection – Inaba’s Ceramics
“Kutani” Ware’s New Look By Kazuyoshi Kitamura
The Unyieldingly Talented Alberto Bustos
The Hands Bring the Indigenous & Modern Worlds Together by Valerie Seaberg
Digital Art/Media Art
Kahori Maki: Motion’s Muse and the Depth of Multi-Dimensional Artistry
Nature, Data, and Art: The Innovative Fusion in Claude Studio’s Media Artistry
Kathrin Federer’s Mesmerizing Digital Art
Community
Meet a Few of the Heroes behind the Marin County Genealogical Society
Guardians of Wild Birds in Marin, CA
How I Captured Mail Thieves
Conservation and Sustainability
Bacteria-Powered Plastics: A Breakthrough in Thermally Stable and Biodegradable Polymers
Israeli Scientists Utilize CRISPR Technology for Sustainable Farming: Advancing Towards Water-Saving Tomato Cultivation
Dr. Marco Contardi: Pioneering Coral Protection Research with Curcumin
Major Breakthrough in Synthetic Spider Silk Fabrication Made by Dr. Fuzhong Zhang
“Rootfull” Design by Zena Holloway
The Importance of Preserving Ancient Trees by Dr. Gianluca Piovesan
CCILU, the Forefront of Sustainable Shoe Making
Bring New Life to Coral Reefs by Jérémy Gobé
“The Science of Hope” – A Roadmap for Sustainability and Conservation Tourism
A Tasmanian Protector of Nature, Sarah Lloyd
Interview with J. Nichols – the Bird Rescue Center of Sonoma
Food/Health
Harnessing AI to Revolutionize Dementia Diagnosis with EEGs by Researchers at Mayo Clinic
Sea Cucumbers: A Promising Natural Solution for Diabetes Prevention and Management by Dr. Permal Deo
“Feed Your Brain” and “Feed Your Brain Cookbook“- Books on How to Nourish Your Brain by Dr. Delia McCabe
Chocolate Artistry by Luis Amado
Creating the Foodloose ‘Silk Road’ between the West and the East
Meera Cooks Nourishing Delicious Food
History & Prehistory
Ancient Insights: Unveiling the Mysteries of Rock Art in the Colombian Amazon
Sima Qian and Beyond by History Professor Grant Hardy
The Pacific Squadron of Imperial Russian Navy at San Francisco in 1863
Literature & Music
Special Dedication from Chener Cherry Yuan
Because I Could Not Stop for Death (479) ~ Emily Dickinson (1830-1886)
Pilgrimage to Emptiness in Tang Poetry
Medicine
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Revolutionizing Regenerative Medicine: Dr. Kristopher Kilian’s Breakthrough with Trpzip Hydrogel
ERX-41, A New Paradigm for Cancer Treatment by Dr. Jung-Mo Ahn
Dr. John Sayer’s Discovery of TULP3-related Ciliopathy, A Breakthrough in Gene Medicine
Interview with Dr. Trounce, Director of Stanford Biosecurity
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Philosophy
Riding the Waves of Change An Introduction to the I Ching
The Patterns of Life
Science
Nature’s Hidden Artistry: Unveiling the Secret Blueprints of Flower Patterns
Uncovering a New Marine Symbiosis: Rhizobia and Diatoms Partner to Fix Nitrogen and Boost Marine Productivity
Groundbreaking Discovery: Orangutan Uses Medicinal Plant for Wound Treatment
Unveiling Japan’s Hidden Flora: Dr. Kenji Suetsugu’s Botanical Discoveries
Unraveling Our Tailless Heritage: Dr. Bo Xia’s Groundbreaking Discovery on Human Evolution
Dr. Paul Robin’s Ionic Computing Revolution: Artificial Neurons Shaping the New Era of Future Electronic Memory
The Odyssey of Ekgmowechashala: Unearthing a Primal Puzzle
Dr. Yujia Zhang: Innovations in Bio-integrated Devices
The Intricate Role of the “Pause-and-Play” in Mammalian Movement
Travel
Northwest Loop Trip, China
All White in Wulan Butong, Inner Mongolia, China
{My China Trips} Mt. Huashan Trip
North Yellow Mountain ~ Baishi Mountain
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