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Harnessing Nuclear Power: From Discovery to Application
The history of nuclear energy spans many centuries or decades, depending on how you look at it. It was the ancient Greek philosophers who first came up with the concept of the indivisible atom – although that was later proven wrong – but it was not until the late 19th
Indispensable Materials Series Part 9: Liquefied Natural Gas, A Rising Energy Source
Whether you’re turning on a light, cooking dinner, or cranking up the heat on a cold winter night, chances are liquefied natural gas (LNG) is helping you get the job done. As global markets pivot away from coal to cleaner energy solutions, LNG is playing an increasingly larger role in
Giving Hope and Sight: Heartist House Light Up Again Exhibition
Think of the last time you saw a blind character in a movie, how was the person portrayed? The answer would most likely be someone who only sees darkness, relies on a cane or guide dog, and perhaps has enhanced hearing or sense of smell. While over 200 million people
The Secrets of Animals in Winter
When the temperature drops, throwing on a thicker coat, putting on a scarf and some gloves might be all the difference in our daily routine. But in the animal kingdom, the arrival of winter presents challenges that require ingenuity to overcome. Some migrate for thousands of miles to escape the
The Color of the Year: Why Does It Matter?
PANTONE 18-3838 Ultra Violet. By now, this particular combination of words and digits may look surprisingly familiar to many. Following global color authority Pantone Color Institute’s announcement of the color of the year for 2018, Ultra Violet and a collage of images with the magical hue have dotted no shortage
Building to the Skies: How the Elevator Changed History
From 124 floors up on the observation deck of the Burj Khalifa, it feels like you can see for eternity. The desert city of Dubai sprawls below and the Persian Gulf fades into the horizon. But while marveling at the scenery, rarely do we think to marvel at the technology
