Assholery In Academia

Assholery In Academia

Have you ever behaved like an a**hole? Or did you ever have the impulse to do so? Did you ever use your position, your status, your authority to please yourself by crushing some ego? Please answer…
Sour Beer: The Science

Sour Beer: The Science

Sour beer is not a defect. Some people like the tart, tangy brew which results when wild yeast and bacteria are allowed to grow in freshly brewed beer (wort) and then ferment. It's the opposite…
Twistors: A New Direction For A Unified Theory

Twistors: A New Direction For A Unified Theory

What is a twistor, and why should we care? Well, I may not be the most qualified blogger out here to give you an answer, but I will try to at least give you an idea. Before I do, though, maybe first…
The Insect Apocalypse That Never Was

The Insect Apocalypse That Never Was

In recent years, the notion of an insect apocalypse has become a hot topic in the conservation science community and has captured the public’s attention. Scientists who warn that this catastrophe is…