Y’all, I am SO excited about this new beetle that was just discovered!!!!

The freshly-discovered new species of longhorn beetle, Excastra albopilosa. Image credit: James Tweed

Detailed photographs of the Excastra albopilosa specimen found by James Tweed. Image credits: Lingzi Zhou, Australian National Insect Collection

Quick sketch based on the new paper on a juvenile Gorgosaurus specimen with the remains of 2 Citipes babies in it's stomach. It's a beautiful specimen of one of my favorite dinosaurs and an important look into the diets of young Tyrannosaurids.

earth fact time. THEY FOUND HIM!!! THEY FOUND HIM AGAIN!!!! AFTER 87 YEARS SCIENCE HIPPIES FOUND THE CRITICALLY ENDANGERED DE WINTON’S GOLDEN MOLE AGAIN IN SOUTH AFRICA!

these little legends are blind, but they use super hearing powers and vibrations to swim through sand and eat little bugs n shit. they're so cool. i'm going insane.

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03/05/88: Lcheu's Genesis no.3

The curse has gone on for far too long now, bringing upon us much suffering and pain. For months, we have sent two individuals by our order, either to understand the severity of this curse or to try and break it, but so far we have yet to receive any feedback from them. I had to try hard not to fall victim to such a grotesque illness that seemed to be growing harsher with each passing day. I responded immediately, taking medications as prescribed and resting for many days, calming the monster inside me. After much research and hard work, I found out about this dark secret - the curse was created by the devil himself. But it can still break all of us if we don't take care of each other in these times, I think I am able to contain it within me for a while so that it does not affect others, but I know that I may not last forever and eventually, this dark ink will end up spilling on us all.

It's been almost a week now since the two partners went off for their investigation, and I can feel something generally unpleasant hovering in the air, like a lurking virus. The symptoms of this mysterious illness have been getting more and more dangerous - starting off from severe headaches and nausea, to worse things such as dizziness, vomiting, and even inability to breathe. Worse yet, an infected person may even become paralyzed as a result of this illness. It's a worrying situation, but I can't help that feel that this curse is somewhat related to the two partners, especially the demon. But of course, I'm not getting ahead of myself - he's also fallen ill and suffering from this condition, so I'm not going to make any premature judgment whatsoever.

I have seen firsthand the effects of the terrible illness that has been ravaging our community. The illness has 3 stages, the first being severe headaches, nausea and dizziness which can last anywhere from an hour to a whole day. I only experienced the first stage myself, but I have seen at least one person suffer through the second stage which includes vomiting blood, violent breathing, and partial paralysis. The last stage is a death sentence, and there are more and more cases of this illness appearing with no end in sight.

The only available feedback we have on the illness comes from the brave few individuals who have witnessed the second and third stages. Without such individuals providing insight into their experiences, we are left to assume the worst about what the future holds. I am sending out a plea to anyone out there who may be able to help us by providing information and advice on this horrible illness.

Our lives depend on it.

-Scientist Ortensia Cat for the general initiative Economic science and Disease department

It is true that all scientific discoveries come to the scientist out of the blue. It is not his effort, but on the contrary his no-effort, allowing existence to reveal its secrets to him. This is not new. The East has known it for at least five thousand years. Lao Tzu has even given it a name: "effortless effort, action without action." He was trying to explain that whatever man has come to know is not through effort, although there is much effort involved; hence there is great misunderstanding.

Osho, Innocence, Knowledge, and Wonder

Galileo's first telescopes 🔭

Galileo's (1564-1642) early telescopes, which he constructed in the early 17th century (around 1609), marked a major advancement in observational astronomy.

These telescopes were based on the principles of existing Dutch telescopes, which had been developed by spectacle makers in the Netherlands.

These early telescopes, known as refracting telescopes, utilized a combination of lenses to gather and focus light, magnifying distant objects. Galileo further refined and improved their design.

The design of Galileo's telescopes typically consisted of a convex objective lens (the primary lens) and a concave eyepiece lens (the secondary lens).

The objective lens collected light from distant objects and converged it to a focal point, forming an image.

The eyepiece lens then magnified this image for the observer to see.

Galileo's telescopes had relatively low magnification power compared to modern telescopes, but they enabled him to make groundbreaking observations.

With these instruments, he made a series of significant discoveries, including:

Observations of the Moon

Galileo observed the rugged, mountainous surface of the Moon, challenging the prevailing belief in its perfect smoothness.

He also noticed the presence of craters and other lunar features.

Sunspots

It revealed that the Sun was not a perfect sphere and that it rotated on its axis

Discovery of Jupiter's moons

He observed four of Jupiter's largest moons, now known as the Galilean moons.

Their discovery provided evidence that not all celestial bodies orbited the Earth, challenging the geocentric model of the universe.

Phases of Venus

Galileo observed the phases of Venus, which he interpreted as evidence for the heliocentric model of the solar system proposed by Copernicus.

This observation suggested that Venus orbits the Sun and not the Earth.

Observation of Saturn

Galileo observed Saturn and its rings, although he was not able to discern the true nature of the rings due to limitations in his telescope's resolving power.

Galileo's telescopes revolutionized astronomy by providing concrete evidence that supported the Copernican heliocentric model of the solar system.

His observations and discoveries contributed to a profound shift in our understanding of the cosmos and laid the foundation for modern observational astronomy.

Galileo di Vincenzo Bonaiuti de' Galilei (15 February 1564 – 8 January 1642) was an Italian astronomer, physicist and engineer, sometimes described as a polymath.

He was born in the city of Pisa, then part of the Duchy of Florence.

Galileo has been called the "father of observational astronomy, modern-era classical physics, the scientific method, and modern science."

Science and art and starkid's firebringer

This post feels like it has really been a long time coming and is possibly a little shorter than I would've liked so there may be a part 2 but this is the key stuff.

I have been irritated for a while now by the idea of art vs science because I've never understood why not both? I feel like there are so many things that people try and force to be separate when really everything is so much more complicated than that. The best post I have ever seen on Tumblr is one that said art and science are fucking on the couch. It's not a quote I am able to use in my personal statement to uni but if I could I would because it is something I so strongly agree with and that really has made me think about art and science.

A lot of the art I've created has stemmed from scientific ideas or facts for example I made a piece inspired by the fact that humans share so much of our chemical composition with stars and that so many elements are created from supernovas. Imagination is so key for both art and science, in science maybe it's imagining a solution or an experiment, in art maybe it's imagining what you want your piece to look like or what media you want to use or in both maybe its just an abstract hypothetical idea that is fun to consider but might never actually be created. I feel like science connects every aspect of life and maybe that's just because I love it but because of that it makes so much sense for it to inspire art because life inspires art.

Starkid's firebringer is a musical that I feel highlights these themes beautifully. It suggests it is human nature to create art and to investigate the world and ultimately, I think, it suggests it is human nature to be kind. Zazzalil is curious about the world and this leads her to the scientific discovery of fire but this damages the environment. Obviously this links to the problem of climate change but more broadly it shows that science isn't good or bad it just depends how we use our knowledge. Firebringer really emphasised for me why I want to do science for good. I want to help people and to help the environment and although maybe a starkid musical seems like a strange place to get inspiration, if science can inspire art why shouldn't art inspire science too? The moment of the musical that made me cry is when zazzalil sings to jemilla "this is the dawn, the dawn of our time". This quote also made me think about scientific discovery and how although I feel I tend to criticise humanity often for our lack of care for the environment, lack of action etc. We have made so much progress, scientific understanding has advanced so much and we can do more. The scientists of tomorrow will have so many problems to face but there's also excitement for the things we might discover. And again, maybe it's strange to other people that firebringer is the thing that inspired me to remember this but to me it doesn't seem strange at all; because in my mind creativity is creativity and the art feeds the science and the science feeds the art and I do science to help people and some of those people do art to help people and maybe that helps someone else who does science or who does neither. And maybe we don't have to just be one thing, just pick one thing, maybe we can feel connected to so much and yet like me, still be unable to put it into words because you'd need my life story to explain why I want to study science

And even though it might not be the most acceptable way to put it, art and science are fucking on the couch.

Palaeontologist Mary Anning (1799-1847) was known around the world for get Jurassic discoveries in the fossil beds at Lyme Regis. Her findings changed scientific thinking about prehistoric life yet she was not able to join the Geological Society of London. In her lifetime, her extraordinary finds were rarely published or credited to her, and she was paid little money for them. This portrait of Mary Anne her dog Tray, by Benjamin Donne, a neighbour, is a copy of an 1842 painting.

"Normal Women: 900 Years of Making History" - Philippa Gregory

I just discovered that when you search up your username in the gif option you get the gifs you used the most along with the ones you posted yourself.

Watching ethoslab after smoking a blunt is the best way to watch his videos I think

Review: Oppenheimer

Oppenheimer is a gripping historical drama directed by Christopher Nolan, delving into the complexities surrounding J. Robert Oppenheimer, the brilliant physicist who played a pivotal role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II. Portrayed by the versatile actor Cillian Murphy, Oppenheimer's character is brought to life with depth and nuance, capturing both his scientific genius and moral conflicts.

Nolan's signature storytelling style shines through in Oppenheimer, as he weaves together a narrative that intertwines historical events with personal drama. The film offers a thought-provoking exploration of Oppenheimer's inner turmoil as he grapples with the ethical implications of his work and the devastating consequences of the atomic bomb.

One of the standout aspects of Oppenheimer is its stunning cinematography and visual effects, which transport the audience to the tense and uncertain atmosphere of the Manhattan Project. From the vast landscapes of the New Mexico desert to the claustrophobic laboratories where Oppenheimer and his team conduct their research, every frame is meticulously crafted to evoke the mood and setting of the era.

The supporting cast, including Emily Blunt as Oppenheimer's wife, deliver powerful performances that complement Murphy's portrayal of the titular character. Their interactions add depth to the storyline and provide insight into Oppenheimer's relationships and motivations.

Overall, Oppenheimer is a thought-provoking and visually stunning film that offers a compelling portrayal of one of the most significant figures of the 20th century. Nolan's masterful direction, combined with Murphy's captivating performance, makes it a must-watch for fans of historical dramas and anyone interested in exploring the moral complexities of scientific discovery.

Also from Wonders Unknown (more art from me), Lucius' scientific illustrations of sea urchins against Jim's wet collodion photographs of the same. The story leans into the margins of technological change in the 19th century, sitting on the border between both approaches. I had fun letting Lucius and Buttons have a little snarky back and forth in the illustration comments :) These are from Chapters 3 and 5 of the story, and you can find the fic here!

SLYM, an abbreviation of Subarachnoidal LYmphatic-like Membrane.

The discovery of a new anatomic structure that segregates and helps control the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).

CSF plays not only in transporting and removing waste from the brain, but also in supporting its immune defenses.

Multiple sclerosis, central nervous system infections, and Alzheimer’s might be triggered or worsened by abnormalities in this structure.

A mesothelium divides the subarachnoid space into functional compartments

The central nervous system is lined by meninges, classically known as dura, arachnoid, and pia mater. We show the existence of a fourth meningeal layer that compartmentalizes the subarachnoid space in the mouse and human brain, designated the subarachnoid lymphatic-like membrane (SLYM)

earth fact time. WAKE UP HOMIES NEW SNAKE JUST DROPPED! scientists just discovered the largest snake in the world in the amazon rainforest. the northern green anaconda is about 26 feet long and 450 pounds, and is about 5.5% genetically different than the southern green anaconda. (to put that into perspective, humans are only about 2% genetically different from chimpanzees.)

allthatsinteresting | independent | the university of queensland

01/29/88: Lcheu's Genesis no.2

The city council has made a decision. In order to save all the unfortunate people that have fallen under the curse of the underworld, a special member must be chosen to retrieve the cure. After countless lives lost and years of suffering, the council has selected the perfect candidate — a courageous and brave individual with the ability to overcome the curse and leave the underworld unscathed to save the world. Even though this individual must ultimately give up his life for the cure, he is willing to sacrifice himself in order to help others. His mission is to go into the depths of the underworld and retrieve the magical cure that will rid the cursed land of its suffering. He will face numerous obstacles and dangerous creatures that inhabit the mysterious depths, but his courage and strength will never fail him.

The individual, an IMP named Bendy, has the Lcheu Genesis, although stricken with illness, was determined to make peace on the planet and set things right again. Despite his best friend forbidding him to take part in the task, he chose to willingly accept it. Both friends were soon sent off on a mission by the council of the land, though it was obvious that sacrifices had to be made along the way for the mission to be a successful one. In the end, though the consequences were deadly for him, the demon decided to take on the path for the betterment of the world. He was brave enough to take on the task, hoping that he would be able to bring about a much needed change and bring peace and harmony once again.

here to enlighten the public on the koalocust