Have you unlocked your iPhone with your own face? Have you listened to a generated playlist on Spotify? Have you taken a group photo on your phone and it knows your friend’s faces? Have you scrolled through your feed on social media or streaming service? If the answer to any of these questions are yes, […]
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Every spring, Portland, Oregon—nicknamed the City of Roses—blooms in dazzling bursts of color and fragrance. The rose gardens that dot its landscape are more than tourist attractions or photo backdrops; they are living laboratories where one of nature’s most vital partnerships takes place: the collaboration between flowers and pollinators. World Bee Day, observed on May […]
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Paleoart—the artistic representation of prehistoric life—has long served as a bridge between science and imagination. From the first crude depictions of Ice Age animals on cave walls to the stunningly realistic digital reconstructions of today, paleoart has continually evolved alongside scientific discoveries. This article explores the fascinating history of paleoart, its influence on public perception, […]
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Every year on April 22nd, Earth Day brings people together around the world to celebrate our planet and inspire action to protect it. It’s a time to reflect on the beauty of nature—and the urgent need to preserve it. One powerful way that artists contribute to this mission is through environmental art, a creative movement […]
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The Boreal Forest, often called the “lungs of the planet,” is a vast and vital ecosystem stretching across the Northern Hemisphere. It plays a crucial role in regulating the global climate by storing carbon, purifying air and water, and providing a habitat for countless plant and animal species. However, this forest faces growing threats from […]
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Throughout history, Black women have made groundbreaking contributions to science, pushing the boundaries of knowledge and innovation. This Science at Home article celebrates these remarkable women, showcasing their achievements and inspiring the next generation of scientists to dream big and break barriers.
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In recent years there has been a surge in popularity and interest surrounding “Afrofuturism.” A theoretical framework to explore new futures, Afrofuturism serves as a genre that encompasses science fiction, art, literature, and even activism in a forward-leaning/anti-colonial way. If you have seen Marvel’s Black Panther series then you have already been exposed to this […]
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Migration is a fundamental process for both humans and animals. It involves movement from one place to another, often driven by survival, environmental changes, or the search for better opportunities. This phenomenon has inspired countless artistic expressions, one of which is the captivating installation "Migrations" by Olivia Guethling.
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The human and creature worlds are inseparable. By experiencing the perspective of creatures in our environment and understanding the cultural importance of creatures to communities, we can gain appreciation and empathy for the natural world. Similar to artists such as Christopher Marley and his Exquisite Creatures exhibit at OMSI, creators and conservationists bring new perspectives […]
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Baseball is a menagerie of numbers and statistical data. For the storied history of the sport, information has been integral to the game of baseball. This storied history is important to note—especially when considering how data can be used to manipulate reality. Critical analysis of these figures and charts must be used to understand the […]
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