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sciencesoup: Dancing Science? It’s not too often that the...

Sat, 05 Jan 2013 20:45:37 -0500

Dancing Science?

It’s not too often that the worlds of science and dance mix, but choreographer Liz Lerman is one of those starting to change that. Lerman has created two pieces as of now that deal with scientific topics: “Ferocious Beauty: Genome” (2006) and “A Matter of Origins” (2011). “Ferocious Beauty: Genome” focuses, as the title suggests, on the human genome—more specifically genetic research and engineering. “A Matter of Origins” is more physics related, focusing on the idea of beginnings: especially the world’s beginning and the Big Bang theory. Through her choreography, Lerman brings together scientific ideas and research with the art of dance to cumulatively make science more accessible for the everyday folk. Her pieces educate the audience on the facts of the topic, and bring up the questions that surround the research, such as the various ethical questions within the field of genetic engineering, and how it will change our futures. Scientific dance is still being developed, and explored (especially for its educational potential) but goes to show the beauty behind nature’s artwork, and the different ways people continuously find to explore and showcase that beauty.

Guest article written by Kerry (toujoursjamais.tumblr.com)

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10 Best Places to Live for Escaping World Conflict

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 23:02:26 -0400

Where would you be the safest if World War 3 broke out tomorrow? Perhaps it’s a grim subject, but safety and distance from world conflict can be a motivating factor in your choice to expatriate. At the very least, conflict around the world can weigh heavy on the soul, and it’s nice to know there are some places still left in the world where you might be left in peace. Thus, we’ve assembled a list of the 10 best places to live if you want to escape world conflict.

1. New Zealand

New Zealand might be the most isolated and expansive fully developed nation in the world. It shares no borders, sits relatively distant from any other nation, has no real national enemies, has a safe democracy and a diverse landscape with many remote places to hide away within. Furthermore, it ranked #1 on the Global Peace Index in 2009.

2. Iceland

Iceland, of course, has no borders, has remote locations, is stable as a country and has virtually no world enemies. Its people are happy and the nation always ranks highly on the Global Peace Index. If world conflict erupts, Iceland is one of the few stable nations in the world unlikely to get caught up in the middle.

3. Bhutan

Landlocked among the Himalaya mountains, Bhutan is one of the most isolated nations in the world. It also showcases one of the most stable balances in the world between moderization and retention of ancient culture. Its religious population believes in peaceful resolution to all conflict, and although it sits in a troubled region, it remains protected by its geography.

4. Tuvalu

Isolated in the middle of Micronesia, Tuvalu is among the safest and most remote places in the world. It is the third least populated country on Earth, and the forth smallest. There are only a few places more distant from the world’s strife than Tuvalu.

5. Finland

Finland has a long history of desiring to stay out of international conflicts, is recognized as neutral and always ranks in the top 10 of the Global Peace Index. It’s northerly location also typically means the remote areas of this country are a perfect place to disappear.

6. Seychelles

Aside from being safely isolated from the rest of the world in the middle of the Indian Ocean, this beautiful island nation is a great place to forget about your worries. Isolation is the key here. And conflict is as transparent as the water.

7. Canada

Canada is the second largest nation in the world, yet it only shares a land border with one other country– the U.S.A.– and it is a peaceful border. That means there is a great expanse to escape to, if need be. Furthermore, Canada has few world enemies, ranks consistently high on the Global Peace Index, and is relatively homogeneous.

8. Papua New Guinea

There are regions of Papua New Guinea that are still being discovered for the first time. The canopy covered, mountainous nation contains some of the most isolated places in the world. Tuck yourself away in a nook here and it may be one of the few places left where you can completely insulate yourself from the outside world.

9. Costa Rica

Costa Rica has a stable democracy, a disbanded military and a national policy of neutrality. It also ranks highly on the Global Peace Index, Happy Planet Index, and Life Satisfaction Index. Although it sits in the middle of a tumultuous region, there are far worse places to sit in peace as the world goes down in flames all around.

Switzerland’s long history of neutrality and its tucked away location among the valleys of the Alps still make it a safe bet, even despite having a high number of bordering nations. It helps that neighboring Austria is also considered a neutral nation.

9. Costa Rica

8. Papua New Guinea

bubblysparks: Sorria! As coisas podem piorar. - Gossip Girl

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:22:41 -0400

bubblysparks:

Sorria! As coisas podem piorar. - Gossip Girl

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Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:22:04 -0400

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edithnajerae: Love me? Always

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:17:10 -0400

edithnajerae:

Love me? Always

stephpalin: Smile when your faced with fear and gain courage...

Fri, 25 May 2012 05:33:58 -0400

stephpalin:

Smile when your faced with fear and gain courage because you smiled.

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Thu, 19 Apr 2012 22:16:33 -0400

so cute

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 05:02:54 -0400

so cute

it looks like a dragon

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 05:02:01 -0400

it looks like a dragon

Is it startfish?

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:46:11 -0400

Is it startfish?

The sea sparkled in the sunlight. If you with your lover to...

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:43:05 -0400

The sea sparkled in the sunlight. If you with your lover to appreciate it I think that how romantic it is.

it is so cute. I like nemo very much.

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:27:47 -0400

it is so cute. I like nemo very much.

what it is? it is a planet or an animal

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 02:59:50 -0400

what it is? it is a planet or an animal

Kim Hyun Joong with his friends

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:37:01 -0400

Kim Hyun Joong with his friends

handsome boy

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:36:06 -0400

handsome boy

MC (He Jiong): His thinking expression is so cute!

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:30:26 -0400

MC (He Jiong): His thinking expression is so cute!