The last few weeks in the worlds of artificial intelligence and biology have been an undeniable whirlwind of headlines. With many concerned about the seemingly unchecked power of artificial intelligence and the rise of data centers, a new finding in synthetic biology...
Basing knowledge on incorrect or insufficient information endangers real understanding and effective learning. When flawed assumptions are the first domino in our logic, every subsequent conclusion is at risk. The danger lies both in the persistence of misconceptions...
The recent trip by the Artemis II astronauts reminded me that less than 1,000 people have seen Earth from space. Besides the technological wonders, the new information gathered, and the grandness of the achievement, I listened closely to their words about their...
Each year as Earth Day rolls around once again, we are reminded that our environment can change as flowers bloom and the grass greens up. It is a good reminder that the Earth’s seasons carry on despite what we humans may contribute to our planet’s...
Charles Darwin’s famous 1839 book, The Voyage of the Beagle, is perhaps one of the most well-read accounts of the scientist’s work and travel to South America. My journey may not be counted in miles or even in years. When I was in high school in the late...
Last fall, Pastor Will Rose and I recorded our soon-to-be released podcast, Your Matter Matters. From the outset of our conversation, we knew that we could not answer every question. As we talked more with our guests, we realized that we started having more questions...
