Mojoptix's fantastic sundial presents a faux digital display in the shadow. (It tracks time in 20 minute increments.) You can 3D print your own from the file at Thingiverse.
Amazing faux digital sundial clock… 3D print your own!
Sci-Hub, the "pirate bay of science," undergoes expansion
Sci-Hub provides free access to millions of papers and books. Its disregard for copyright makes it the target of legal threats, but its mission of providing open access to publicly-funded studies has made it overwhelmingly popular among scientists and lay readers alike. And it's growing again. "It's a place where people can find scientific studies… READ THE REST
Meet Phiomicetus anubis, doglike whale that ran and swam near Egypt 43m years ago
In A new protocetid whale offers clues to biogeography and feeding ecology in early cetacean evolution, we learn of a species of whale that lived near Egypt 43m years ago and why it earned the name Phiomicetus anubis. The new species differs from other protocetids in having large, elongated temporal fossae, anteriorly placed pterygoids, elongated… READ THE REST
Why bad science is sometimes "more appealing" than good science, even for other scientists
The psychology research field has long suffered from a "replication crisis." Many peer-reviewed scientific papers report results that others can't replicate, calling into question the validity of the original research. The "replication crisis" has spread to other scientific fields as well. Worse, a new study shows that "published papers in top psychology, economics, and general… READ THE REST
Master the world of cybersecurity and be a part of one of the fastest-growing careers
Just like you'd do your research before making an investment, searching for a career path that promises long-term growth is of utmost importance. And given that jobs in cybersecurity are predicted to grow 31% through 2029, which is more than seven times faster than the national average job growth of 4%, training for a career… READ THE REST
Challenge the way you see the world by learning a new language with 45% off the Busuu app
Sure, school may be out of session for you, but you're really never truly done learning. There's still so much out there to explore in the big bad world, and all of that culture isn't just going to shove itself on your little standing desk next to your world's best boss mug. When you're ready… READ THE REST
This subscription gives you unlimited access to tons of music to use in any work or personal project
Feeling lackluster in your day-to-day these days while trying to make literally anything more interesting? We totally get that, and while your white paper may be just that, completely white, we've got a way to jazz up any project looking for a musical boost (or, in some cases, a whole revamp). Insert any sound from… READ THE REST
