Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Leif Larsen

Join Leif Larsen, our science blogger extraordinaire, on a journey of discovery through the fascinating worlds of climate change, earth science, energy, environment, and space exploration. With a wealth of knowledge and a passion for exploring the mysteries of the universe, Leif delivers insightful and thought-provoking posts that offer a unique perspective on the latest developments in the world of science. Read him to unlock the secrets of the natural world, from the deepest oceans to the furthest reaches of the cosmos!

From Rockets to Satellites: How Space Technology Has Changed Our Lives

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The Evolution of Space Technology: Impact on Our Everyday Lives Introduction From the days of the booming rockets, to modern-day satellites employed for communication or beaming back information from space, our human race has come a long way. Space technology has influenced almost every field on this planet today, and its impact on our everyday lives simply cannot be overlooked. …

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10 Astonishing Discoveries in Climate Science

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10 Astonishing Discoveries in Climate Science Exciting Discoveries in Climate Science! 1. The Antarctic’s Melting Ice Shelves Scientists have discovered that the West Antarctic Ice Sheet is starting to crumble from within. They found that two huge glaciers are destabilizing as warm ocean water seeps in beneath them, causing them to melt away from the bottom up. Global warming has …

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Mythic archaea, monsters, scientific magic.

Mythic archaea, monsters, scientific magic.

Cranbrook author publishes middle-grade fantasy novel Cranbrook resident Jamie Smithson (pen name J.J. Smithson) recently released his first middle-grade fantasy chapter book, Rise of the Archaea. About the book The book is for ages eight plus and contains magic, monsters, and positive messages about reconnecting with nature and facing your fears. The author, Jamie Smithson, has degrees in Conservation Biology …

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10 Easy Ways to Support Sustainable Development

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Join the Movement for Sustainable Development In recent years, more and more people are recognizing the importance of sustainable development. This movement advocates for decision-making processes and lifestyles that reduce human impact on the environment and enable equitable development across the globe. As individuals, we can contribute to this movement by making conscious choices in our daily lives. Here are …

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Fake Chat for Argument.

Fake Chat for Argument.

Dr. Jeffrey S. Flier, Harvard University Distinguished Service Professor, recently linked to an article by Dr. Vinay Prasad, a known spreader of anti-vaccine misinformation. In this article, Dr. Prasad claimed that COVID is not truly dangerous for children and that encouraging the COVID vaccine will decrease uptake in other vaccines such as MMR and polio. Dr. Flier’s tweet was seen …

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Powering the Future: Top 10 Alternative Energy Sources

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10 Ways to Power the Future in a Clean and Green Manner Energy is the backbone of modern society, powering industry, transport, and communication – but it doesn’t have to come at an environmental cost. Although we have relied primarily on fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas, we have many alternative energy sources to choose from. Here are our …

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The Green Revolution: Top 10 Innovations in Environmental Science

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The Green Revolution: Top 10 Innovations in Environmental Science Environmental science has been focused on finding sustainable green alternatives for the well-being of our planet. Research and innovation have led to numerous eco-friendly practices that can help us protect the earth. Here are some of the ground-breaking innovations that have been hailed as environmental revolutions. Floating Offshore Wind Farms Wind …

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Surviving the Heat: 10 Essential Climate Adaptation Strategies

Best Ways to Adapt to Hot Climate and Enjoy the Sun Summer is one of the best time of the year, it gives us longer days, shorter nights, and perfect weather to enjoy outdoor activities. While basking in the sun is fun, it’s crucial to stay healthy and safe during the hot weather. Extreme heat can surely take a toll …

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Fascinating Discoveries: Asteroids Beyond the Belt

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Fascinating Discoveries beyond the Solar System Belt The discovery of asteroids beyond the solar system belt is an extraordinary achievement in astronomy. According to the planetary science, moons and planet-sized objects – referred to as planets, have existed in the solar system belt hence study of small celestial bodies was considered irrelevant. However, recent discoveries show that asteroids beyond the …

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Asteroids: The Secret Threat Lurking in Our Solar System

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Asteroids: The Hidden Danger in Our Solar System Have you ever wondered if a meteoroid or asteroid could hit the Earth and make everything go astray? Well, it’s a possibility. Though most asteroids are found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, there are quite a few close to our planet, and some of them are alarmingly big. In …

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