#interference of science

[allthecanadianpolitics]

Environmental scientists in Canada continue to be stifled in their ability to conduct and communicate their research. Interference in science, also referred to as "muzzling," was a well-documented concern during the Conservative government of the early 2010's, when it gripped the collective consciousness of Canadian federal public sector scientists. Our research sheds light on a broader understanding of the recent interference in environmental sciences in Canada. Interference is used to describe intentional and unfair constraints on scientists that restrict their ability to conduct and communicate their work. Examples of interference include restrictions on ability to communicate work to the public or colleagues (muzzling), workplace harassment, and undue modifications made to findings that alter the data or its interpretation.

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Tagging @politicsofcanada

#cdnpoli #canada #canadian politics #canadian news #science #environmental science #science interference #scientific muzzling #interference of science #climate emergency

[fuckyeahfluiddynamics]

Calming the Waves

Wave action can be a major source of erosion along riverbanks and shorelines. But in a recent study, scientists were able to perfectly absorb incoming waves to create a downstream region with calm, wave-free waters. (Image and research credit: L-P. Euvé et al.; via APS Physics) Read the full article

#absorption #erosion #fluid dynamics #interference #physics #resonance #science #waves

[hotfudgecherryrosy]

im tired of scrolling through my code because java sucks

im going to use evil programming methods

edit: predictably, this broke my code

#im gonna try to explain this in non coding terms #so im using javafx #which lets u do graphics #but u can only do stuff w/ the graphics #in one specific section of code #in one of the multiple files of the project #so its really difficult to navigate #just a wall of spaghetti code... #all java code is spaghetti code to me #even if its efficient #im using brackets to collapse code in the IDE #(IDE is like the platform/app where u do the coding) #which is probably a terrible practice #since it can make things more confusing #and potentially interfere with the functional brackets #~~🍒🌹~~ #coding #computer science #comp sci #java #🍒🌹 rambles

[ruibaozha]

I’ve been on a much needed brief vacation these past couple of days, but I must remind everyone (and a few select anons) that just because a source isn’t in English or lacks a translation, doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist or can be neglected.

I have since changed my personal outlook and no longer believe my attempts to translate any sort of information or literature should be continued because I do not have the credentials or academic backing to prove my translations to be accurate or reliable. This does unfortunately put me in a position where I am relying entirely on translations from other people, and the very real possibility that a translation doesn’t exist due to complexity or massive parts of the text being missing. This is particularly problematic as during the brief reign of the Qin, a great deal of literature regarding medicine, philosophy and religiosity was intentionally destroyed and deemed useless. There is a reason a majority of the surviving literature about Nezha is from the Tang Dynasty.

So I can only ask for patience and understanding regarding this matter, and if needed, I am more than happy to provide the primary sources themselves - though machine translation notoriously does not work on Classical Chinese and is impossible to read unless you yourself are familiar with it.

#personal #not sure how to tag this but i did have to step down from outright translating things #it worried me that personal biases against me would interfere here and my translation work be disregarded because of personal vendettas #reminder that i am only a daoist practitioner and everything i do on this blog is with my personal free time #i am a firefighter and studying a fire sciences and fire engineering degree #nezha #li nezha

[bambiraptorx]

So, your lore post on the education system is really cool!

I've got a silly goofy question though. What kind of grades did Draxum get? Did he get accepted into the best university? Did he ever fail a test?

This is a bit complicated to answer just because (at least as far as my headcanons are concerned) Draxum actually wasn't born or raised in the Hidden City, so he didn't go through its school system. In fact, he didn't actually get to the Hidden City until maybe two or three centuries before canon. He still had some level of formal/university education by the time he moved there because he'd gone through other yokai universities (and picked up a PhD or five along the way), but he didn't have anything like a public education system available when he was a child.

However. Draxum is a fucking nerd. So when he moved to the Hidden City and found out that it had no less than six complete universities at the time (complete as in offering pre-k to PhD, with several 'incomplete' schools around too), he went a lil nuts. This is actually how he got the Council of Heads' attention in the first place, because "former warrior who's getting his 6th PhD from as many colleges in less than three decades in completely different subject areas" tends to draw people's attention.

Also, he 100% retakes classes every decade or so, especially for fields that are constantly being updated. Imagine, if you will, Draxum excitedly taking Biology 101 for the umpteenth time and being the tallest person in the class by a good half foot at least. Or him taking "Intro to Alchemy" at essentially freshman level (and flunking his first test because he didn't think he'd need to study for it lol). Imagine him sitting in a chemistry class taking notes at the speed of sound while sitting in a desk that's too small for him because this is a beginner level class and all his classmates are literally children.

On a similar note, Draxum did actually end up as a teacher for several decades, at least until his whole 'wipe out humanity' plan started taking up most of his time.

So to answer the questions you actually asked: the Hidden City doesn't actually have a standardized grading system, but he's usually somewhere in the equivalent of of A's and B's. He has gone to ALL the universities for at least one class. He constantly fails tests because he goes "I know basic alchemy, I won't have to study for this" and/or completely forgets about the test until it actually happens. (This is the main reason he doesn't get straight A's.)

#rottmnt #rottmnt au #rottmnt headcanons #minor interference au #minor interference lore #rottmnt baron draxum #the Council is admittedly a little worried about Draxum getting bored #because a former warrior is one thing. a former warrior with an insatiable thirst for knowledge #and clear intent to fuck around with all the cool science shit he's learning is another #i think i've mentioned this in the tags of another post but the Council did NOT want him finding out about the prophecy #because draxum is not only smart enough. but batshit insane enough to decide to do something about the obvious human threat #(which is exactly what happened when he did find out about it)

[simpsforscience]

Have you ever marvelled😲 over those 3D projections in sci-fi movies? 🤔How many times could you tell the difference between real and fake 🥸 when you saw these holographic displays ? Of course, the reality of how holograms work isn't quite as flashy ⚡ as Hollywood portrays. But that doesn't make it any less fascinating! Tap & swipe ➡️ through this post to decode the science behind them.

#education #science #science facts #study blog #discover #research scientist #scicomm #explore #holographic #hologram #techgeek #technology #tech #star wars #scifi #interference #diffraction #optics #ray #physics #3d #photography #electronics #light #devices

[science-sculpt]

Exploring RNA Interference

Imagine a molecular switch within your cells, one that can selectively turn off the production of specific proteins. This isn't science fiction; it's the power of RNA interference (RNAi), a groundbreaking biological process that has revolutionized our understanding of gene expression and holds immense potential for medicine and beyond.

The discovery of RNAi, like many scientific breakthroughs, was serendipitous. In the 1990s, Andrew Fire and Craig Mello were studying gene expression in the humble roundworm, Caenorhabditis elegans (a tiny worm). While injecting worms with DNA to study a specific gene, they observed an unexpected silencing effect - not just in the injected cells, but throughout the organism. This puzzling phenomenon, initially named "co-suppression," was later recognized as a universal mechanism: RNAi.

Their groundbreaking work, awarded the Nobel Prize in 2006, sparked a scientific revolution. Researchers delved deeper, unveiling the intricate choreography of RNAi. Double-stranded RNA molecules, the key players, bind to a protein complex called RISC (RNA-induced silencing complex). RISC, equipped with an "Argonaut" enzyme, acts as a molecular matchmaker, pairing the incoming RNA with its target messenger RNA (mRNA) - the blueprint for protein production. This recognition triggers the cleavage of the target mRNA, effectively silencing the corresponding gene.

So, how exactly does RNAi silence genes? Imagine a bustling factory where DNA blueprints are used to build protein machines. RNAi acts like a tiny conductor, wielding double-stranded RNA molecules as batons. These batons bind to specific messenger RNA (mRNA) molecules, the blueprints for proteins. Now comes the clever part: with the mRNA "marked," special molecular machines chop it up, effectively preventing protein production. This targeted silencing allows scientists to turn down the volume of specific genes, observing the resulting effects and understanding their roles in health and disease.

The intricate dance of RNAi involves several key players:dsRNA: The conductor, a long molecule with two complementary strands. Dicer: The technician, an enzyme that chops dsRNA into small interfering RNAs (siRNAs), about 20-25 nucleotides long. RNA-induced silencing complex (RISC): The ensemble, containing Argonaute proteins and the siRNA. Target mRNA: The specific "instrument" to be silenced, carrying the genetic instructions for protein synthesis.

The siRNA within RISC identifies and binds to the complementary sequence on the target mRNA. This binding triggers either:Direct cleavage: Argonaute acts like a molecular scissors, severing the mRNA, preventing protein production. Translation inhibition: RISC recruits other proteins that block ribosomes from translating the mRNA into a protein.

From Labs to Life: The Diverse Applications of RNAi

The ability to silence genes with high specificity unlocks various applications across different fields:

Unlocking Gene Function: Researchers use RNAi to study gene function in various organisms, from model systems like fruit flies to complex human cells. Silencing specific genes reveals their roles in development, disease, and other biological processes.

Therapeutic Potential: RNAi holds immense promise for treating various diseases. siRNA-based drugs are being developed to target genes involved in cancer, viral infections, neurodegenerative diseases, and more. Several clinical trials are underway, showcasing the potential for personalized medicine.

Crop Improvement: In agriculture, RNAi offers sustainable solutions for pest control and crop development. Silencing genes in insects can create pest-resistant crops, while altering plant genes can improve yield, nutritional value, and stress tolerance.

Beyond the Obvious: RNAi applications extend beyond these core areas. It's being explored for gene therapy, stem cell research, and functional genomics, pushing the boundaries of scientific exploration.

Despite its exciting potential, RNAi raises ethical concerns. Off-target effects, unintended silencing of non-target genes, and potential environmental risks need careful consideration. Open and responsible research, coupled with public discourse, is crucial to ensure we harness this powerful tool for good.

RNAi, a testament to biological elegance, has revolutionized our understanding of gene regulation and holds immense potential for transforming various fields. As advancements continue, the future of RNAi seems bright, promising to silence not just genes, but also diseases, food insecurity, and limitations in scientific exploration. The symphony of life, once thought unchangeable, now echoes with the possibility of fine-tuning its notes, thanks to the power of RNA interference.

#science sculpt #life science #science #molecular biology #biology #biotechnology #dna #double helix #genetics #artists on tumblr #rna #rna sequencing #RNA interference #cell biology #cells #biomolecules #illustrates #scientific illustration #illustration #illustrative art #scientific research

[taibhsearachd]

Still absolutely distraught about my shipwreck podcast getting canceled by their producer. I love disaster podcasts and there are very few as good as Ship Hits the Fan.

Legitimately having trouble falling asleep lately (because yes I like to listen to fresh episodes of familiar podcasts to go to sleep and sometimes they have to do with disasters, don’t judge me). I might have to rotate back to listening to audiobooks of Rolling In the Deep and Into the Drowning Deep until I can once more recite them in my sleep. They’re surprisingly soothing to me, but it does help my ADHD to consume new information but in familiar voices I know I can listen back to if I fall asleep midway through, and I am OUT OF REGULAR PODCASTS THAT SERVE THAT PURPOSE ATM.

So I guess I’m going back to murder mermaids for a while. Murder mermaids love me. Murder mermaids won’t let me down.

#ship hits the fan #into the drowning deep #mira grant #podcasts #audiobooks #legit this is a request for recommendations ahout podcasts to listen to #ideally podcasts where people don’t get loud and shouty bc the goal is to fall asleep #podcasts I regularly use for this include: ship hits the fan; behind the bastards; historical blindness; the constant; the conspirators #I’m also open to recs for nonfiction audiobooks about disasters or historical crimes or just general historical events… #hell I’d love a good nonfiction book about science if you have one to recommend #it does unfortunately have to be nonfiction #love me a fiction podcast or audiobook #like I said murder mermaids are very soothing to me #and I also like to listen to tma or wtnv to fall asleep #but it has to be a story I’ve heard before #or I will get too invested and it interferes with actual sleep

[antimnemonic]

i want to be a strange parasitic beast found in the innards of an arcade macroorgansm

#they try to tag me but i give off too much EM interference #they find a me sadly on the side of a maintenance tunnel but take me in to be taken apart and mounted for science #but it’s full of wires and crusted over w dried lcd solution

[eclecticcollectics]

This breathtaking piece is crafted from two hindwings of a Giant Blue Morpho butterfly 🦋 & is accentuated by three incredibly flashy gemstones, chosen to accentuate the bright blue color of the wings; Labradorite, Blue Kyanite & Rainbow Moonstone 🌈💎✨

Did you know the vibrant blue color you see isn’t an actual pigment at all?? It’s just a trick of the eyes! The way they process light being diffracted through the thousands of microscopic scales that make up the wing; a process science calls ~Optical Interference~ and we like to call Nature’s Magic Trick 👁️🪄

This gorgeous nature-inspired adornment is available in the shop now!

#science #facts #fun facts #cool facts #optical interference #optical illusion #science nerd #entomology #color #colors #butterfly #art #crystals #labradorite #kyanite #moonstone

[fuckyeahfluiddynamics]

The Jumping Jump

Turn on your kitchen sink, and the falling jet may form a circle of shallow flow where it strikes the sink. This fast-moving region of flow, surrounded by a wall of water, is a hydraulic jump.  (Image credit: sink - Nik, jump - A. Goerlinger et al.; research credit: A. Goerlinger et al.; via APS Physics) Read the full article

#fluid dynamics #hydraulic jump #jets #physics #science #wave interference

[needsmorewlw]

Oh my god YES to Eliza only talking to certain characters. I reasoned some of them are natural mediums/have a stronger connection to the "other side". I'm glad someone else picked up on this. I also wondered if Eliza targeted those she thought would be more empathetic/easier to get on her side? laura had no qualms about wanting to kill the Hacketts, Dylan says "you gotta be careful with this stuff, that shits true" Meanwhile Ryan's like "nah" to the spooky plus his connection to chris - drylan

For sure I think she was trying to get people on her side! In that context her talking to Laura makes sense bc she can single handedly cause the deaths of all the hacketts except for Chris and Caleb. But then again, if that was the reason, you'd think she would talk to Ryan and Kaitlyn since they're the ones who handle the rest of the hacketts.

Idk about Dyl, Abi and Jacob tho. Which is what made me think maybe she just talked to them purely because she could and she knew they could hear her unlike some of the others. Maybe like you said! Trying to garner some sympathy from the softer characters who might be able to sway the others to protect Silas maybe?

Meanwhile I think dyl was mainly just siding with Ryan to flirt when he said "this shits true". I thought dyl was a believer too but then I realised one day that Dylan's a huge science nerd? Ofc he wouldn't believe in ghosts. He's probably got a thesis worth of shit to explain away ghosts with his favorite topic. But he would definitely entertain the idea of them for the cute boy he has a crush on.

But it's all super interesting and I wanna look more into it 👀👀 and also hear other people's thoughts.

#ok werewolves are a thing and we're fucked #ask #drylan #the quarry #eliza vorez #dylan lenivy #laura kearney #jacob custos #abigail blyg #I don't think that interferes with how quickly dyl was like #bc he got proof of werewolves yknow? thats all his science loving ass would need #plus monsters are more aligning with biology and science than ghosts so it makes sense hed be more willing to believe in em #im in a new hole with this topic #join me in the hole please

[alienswitchsstuff]

https://youtu.be/hA_UN-vZg5g?si=zxiCsj6kuvlR8cTp

#plasma #plasma interference #science #hack #life hacks #Youtube

[cute-as-buttons]

they shld make a series that focuses on the struggles of neet aspirants

except they won't cuz it's just gonna be 3 initial mnths of hope and enthusiasm and then the rest 2 yrs of just sobbing and way too much taylor swift

#HATE IT HERE #All the kids are depressed ✨ #Okay but fr get me a neet series I am TIRED of jee aspirants getting all of the love #/j I love u guys #neet #jee #desi #sara. exe #Tfw u were a smart 90+ kid so u took science #(Canon event cannot interfere)

[bpod-bpod]

Nice Shot

Holograms capture ghosts of things in the spaces they leave behind – patterns of light they once reflected, recorded and illuminated from different angles. Comparing 'live' holograms produced by a changing object, like a vibrating plane’s wing or a speeding bullet, creates holographic interference – seen here as shock waves around a bullet in flight. These patterns reveal subtle changes, like how stress affects a surface. Holographic interferometry has a bright future in forensic science, architecture and engineering – perhaps spotting damaging vibrations in load-bearing beams. But it may also detect subtle changes in living tissues, comparing how they change from moment to moment, possibly revealing diagnostic patterns for circulatory disorders, or monitoring the stresses inside medical implants.

Written by John Ankers

Image by Karl A. Stetson

Karl Stetson Associates LLC, Coventry, CT, USA

Image copyright held by Karl A. Stetson

Published in Light: Advanced Manufacturing, June 2022

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#science #biomedicine #holograms #holography #forensic science #circulatory disease #holographic interference #bullets #shock waves

[nydialilian]

I made a reel 🤓 https://www.instagram.com/reel/ChI6Xf5DJYU/

Thin-film interference is a natural phenomenon in which light waves reflected by the upper and lower boundaries of a thin film interfere with one another, either enhancing or reducing the reflected light.

Thin-film interference explains the multiple colors seen in light reflected from soap bubbles and oil films on water. It is also the mechanism behind the action of antireflection coatings used on glasses and camera lenses.

#thin film interference #holographic #iridescent #photographers on tumblr #original photographers #rainbow #abstract #artists on tumblr #holo #science #science is cool #interference pattern #interference