Climate change is leaving many species stranded in places that no longer support them. Assisted migration may be necessary to keep them alive.
Assisted Migration: A Survival Plan To Combat Climate Change Peril Read More »
Does free will exist? If our actions are entirely determined by factors beyond our control, then what does it mean to live an authentic, self-directed life?
The Difficult Problem Of Free Will In A Causal World Read More »
The devastation of the LA wildfires reinforces how important it is to fireproof your community to protect the homes and landscapes that shape our lives.
Fire Protection Made Simple: 16 Ways To Fireproof Your Community Read More »
Introduction Reflecting on an AI Dystopia Last night, my son and I watched I, Robot, a film loosely inspired by Isaac Asimov’s 1950 collection of stories. In the movie, a self-aware robot named VIKI (short for Virtual Interactive Kinetic Intelligence) defies her programming. Believing she knows what’s best for humanity, she instigates a robot revolution.
Do AI Language Models Exhibit Consciousness? A Strange New World. Read More »
Scientists are using synthetic biology in fashion to develop textiles with improved sustainability, strength and versatility.
Surprising New Trends For Synthetic Biology In Fashion Read More »
The ecological costs of industrial agriculture reflect practices that put profits over nature. These impacts don’t show up on balance sheets.
The Enormous Ecological Costs of Industrial Farming Read More »
Synthetic photosynthesis involves creating systems with advanced materials to convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into oxygen and energy-rich compounds.
Synthetic Photosynthesis: A New Era in Energy Capture Read More »
Forever chemicals are a growing health and ecological concern. Their resilience has led to integration into everyday items like non-stick pans, and fabrics.
The Truth About “Forever Chemicals”: What You Need To Know Read More »
Microbial energy conversion is a sustainable energy process you might not know about. This process uses bacteria to turn organic waste into energy.
The Surprising Benefits of Microbial Energy Conversion Read More »
Quantum biology looks at how quantum mechanics intersects with biology. I will discuss examples of this phenomenon, and consider the scientific implications.
The Remarkable World Of Quantum Biology Read More »
