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Blog Jun 1, 2015

On Life, Idealism and Laziness

“A lack of idealism is victimizing humanity,” writes the lead article of The Fountain Magazine May-June 2015 issue.…

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Blog Jun 1, 2015

Ocean Literacy

Ignorance of the ocean affects us all, as well as our personal and collective future. The Ocean is…

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Blog May 11, 2015

Sunrise in Jenin

On my last day in Palestine, I watched a beautiful sun rise over the palm trees of Jenin.…

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Science Square May 1, 2015

Science Square (Issue 105)

Natural Antifreeze from Ticks Frostbite Protection in Mice Suggests an Antifreeze Glycoprotein Heisig M. et al. PLOS ONE,…

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Questions & Answers May 1, 2015

Realizing Ideals

Question: In a society where disorder is rampant and a war of values is taking place, how can…

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Fossil Fuel May 1, 2015

Fuel Cells

Today, humans get most of their energy from fossil fuels. We know this rate of consumption isn’t sustainable.…

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Malleability  May 1, 2015

Humans and Metallic Materials

If we study the way metals are structured and processed, lessons can be drawn about how human’s function,…

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A Moment for Reflection May 1, 2015

Bless Your Own Baby

Upon the birth of her first child, the author took it upon herself to bestow an important blessing.…

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Chemistry May 1, 2015

Complexity Or Cooperativity?

Books, bodies, and beautiful paintings – these are all emergent systems. As our understanding of these systems grows,…

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Dialogue May 1, 2015

Four Cups of Tea

A visit to a mosque and a simple gesture of kindness remind the author that, despite what the…

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A Moment for Reflection May 1, 2015

Curvature of the Heavens

Mevlana Jalal al-Din Rumi, who lived in the 13th century, is still recognized as one of the most…

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Believing May 1, 2015

Adab (Mannerliness)

Its meaning covers being sensible and reasonable, well-behaved, well-mannered, treating people kindly. Adab (mannerliness) is used in the…

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Cats May 1, 2015

The World of Cats

Cats have lived with humans since ancient times. They are one of the most friendly, playful, cute residents…

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Education May 1, 2015

Speaking: A Magical Gift

He burst into tears. He could not understand what was happening to him. He looked like his friends,…

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