A quasi-stellar (star-like) radio source, a QSO, or most famously known as a quasar, was perhaps one of the most enigmatic cosmological discoveries of the 20th century. First discovered by …
Human Interest
The Endless Cycle of Procrastination
I often find myself stressed about an assignment, reassuring myself that I can easily “do it tomorrow.” Soon enough though, tomorrow becomes today, later becomes now, and ultimately, I have …
The Science of Lucid Dreaming
Everybody dreams. Sometimes, you gasp awake, drenched in sweat over a terrifying apparition of your mind. In other cases, you wake up with a feeling of utmost contentment and peace …
What’s the Big Deal About AI?
“Artificial intelligence (AI) has been increasingly influencing various aspects of our world and is becoming more prevalent in everyday life. Here are some ways AI is affecting the world: Business: …
A Question to My Younger Self
My mom asked me a question when I was five years old: “What instrument do you want to play?” It seemed innocent enough as I answered excitedly, “Piano!” but that …
Dear Perfect Me
Dear perfect me, Hi, it’s me–or should I say you. Except, I’m not you. Actually, I’m the furthest possible thing from you. You are everything I can never be. You …
GMO or GM-No: The Myths and Truths About Genetically Modified Foods
There is often a negative connotation surrounding genetically modified organisms (GMOs). When people hear modified, they think GMOs are all developed in factories and pumped with chemicals when it is …
Fact or Fiction: Collegeboard
Care to or not, every high schooler has heard of the college board with its infamous reputation of causing stress and anxiety. With such a horrible reputation, it is no …
The Nervous System
Anxiety. It is like gasping for air every time you talk or walk in crowded spaces. As social anxiety kicks in, it paralyzes you as you feel judged––eyes looking at …
The Beauty in the Gray
I bought my first pair of Nike Blazer Mid 77s one year ago. When I ordered them I spent weeks constantly refreshing my email and tracking the shipping, and when …