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jimparsonsfrance: Jim Parsons — photographed by Aaron Fallon...

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 19:56:44 -0400

jimparsonsfrance:

Jim Parsons — photographed by Aaron Fallon (May 2012)
All the pics on http://jimparsons.fr :)

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Wed, 20 Jun 2012 17:55:46 -0400

Bacteria: Fun and educational! Source:...

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 16:01:11 -0400

Bacteria: Fun and educational!

Source: http://popperfont.net/2012/05/15/apparently-bacteria-not-just-an-awesome-force-to-be-reckon-with-they-can-also-be-cute/

sciencesoup: Magnetic Soap A research team at the University of...

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 13:51:39 -0400

sciencesoup:

Magnetic Soap

A research team at the University of Bristol have worked on soaps sensitive to light, carbon dioxide, changes in pH, temperature, and pressure, but this time they’ve really struck gold—well, iron. They’ve produced the world’s first magnetic soap. It’s made by dissolving iron particles in water that contains chloride and bromide ions, which are materials commonly found in household items like mouthwash and fabric conditioner. While investigating on a sub-atomic level, researchers found that the iron particles were not only joining the soap molecules, but were also clumping together to form iron nanoparticles, and these metallic centres were strong enough to react to a magnetic field just like iron filings would. In tests where this new metallic soap was mixed in with an organic solution, a magnetic attraction was able to overcome both gravity and surface tension to lift the soap right out. Because of this, the soap possibly has a future as a pollution-controlling detergent—for example, in oil spill clean ups. After the iron-laced soap dissolves harmful oils, it can simply be lifted right out of a sensitive environment by manipulating its magnetic properties, minimising further environmental impact.

somebody-like-you2011: 300 year old Beech trees, known as “The...

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 18:27:12 -0400

somebody-like-you2011:

300 year old Beech trees, known as “The Dark Hedges,” line the Breagah Road in Northern Ireland.

Succulents are not really "basically indestructible." It's a common misconception, but they need care and specific conditions, just like any other plants. The enormous variety also results in an enormous variety of needs that are hard to generalize about and easy to get wrong. Beginners and experts kill them all the time. No offense to you, you're just repeating what you've heard, but this is a pet peeve of mine because it then discourages people that much more when the plants die.

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 16:13:13 -0400

Thank you so much for the follow-up information on succulents. I am sharing the info with my followers. I love succulents, but have very little experience with caring for them (or plants in general), so it is nice to have some information from someone that does. I hope this doesn’t deter anyone from giving them a try, but will clarify what expectations they should have. They truly are a beautiful plant with so many interesting varieties.

holymoleculesbatman: Magnesium and Copper burning under a pure...

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 16:00:52 -0400

holymoleculesbatman:

Magnesium and Copper burning under a pure Oxygen flame.

nabokovsnotebook: Carol Gouthro’s sculptures are inspired by...

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 14:00:00 -0400

nabokovsnotebook:

Carol Gouthro’s sculptures are inspired by botanical forms. Her work was featured on Ceramics Now magazine.

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Sun, 17 Jun 2012 21:55:59 -0400

laura-morrow: quilled brain by Sarah Yakawonis

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 19:57:37 -0400

laura-morrow:

quilled brain by Sarah Yakawonis

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Sun, 17 Jun 2012 18:02:27 -0400

ruineshumaines: Paper Sculptures by Peter Gentenaar.

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 16:00:40 -0400

ruineshumaines:

Paper Sculptures by Peter Gentenaar.

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Sun, 17 Jun 2012 14:01:46 -0400

seafarers: Pretty Pretty

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 21:57:04 -0400

seafarers:

Pretty Pretty

staceythinx: These gorgeous photos of Antarctica were...

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 19:59:07 -0400

staceythinx:

These gorgeous photos of Antarctica were originally part of a 2006 Australian Parliament House Exhibition, but I like how they look a little like travel posters for one of the most inhospitable places on the planet.

vetstudent-microbiologymaniac: Brucella abortus- granulomatous...

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 17:57:03 -0400

vetstudent-microbiologymaniac:

Brucella abortus- granulomatous epididymitis

(Image: Pathology Department, FMV CJ)

Geek Alert! Psychedelic LED Light Paintings Are Created Using...

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 16:01:16 -0400

Geek Alert! Psychedelic LED Light Paintings Are Created Using Roomba Robot Vacuums

Some people really do have too much time on their hands and the creators of these incredible Roomba light paintings are a great example. These photo-crafty geeks take their Roomba robot vacuums, strap on colored LED lights and let the little devices go to town in a room, all while taking long exposure pictures. The results are psychedelic (not to mention really clean), and a whole Flickr group exists for light painters to post their shots. Here’s a roundup of our favorite Roomba light paintings.

0509ravenous: Bentonite Hills, Capitol Reef National Park

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 13:55:01 -0400

0509ravenous:

Bentonite Hills, Capitol Reef National Park

cosascool: Intricate Book Sculptures by Kylie Stillman

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 21:57:46 -0400

cosascool:

Intricate Book Sculptures by Kylie Stillman

imprecise: (by brianchapman) This is just off Waimea Canyon...

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 19:52:19 -0400

imprecise:

(by brianchapman)

This is just off Waimea Canyon road in Kauai.