Japan is known for having a wide variety of interesting words, words that literally can’t be translated into other languages. Shinrinyoku translates to ‘forest bath’, komorebi translates to ‘sunlight filtered through tree leaves’, Kuidaore translates to ‘eating yourself into bankruptcy’… see what we mean? One such word is hanami which directly translates to ‘viewing flowers’, […]
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Imagine you’re a researcher tasked with solving a difficult problem- in this case, something specifically related to sustainability. It’s a project that’s stumped your peers. There are several traditional solutions you could fall back on, but they aren’t as environmentally friendly as you’d like. Instead, you turn to biomimicry. Because to paraphrase Dr. Ian Malcom, […]
The picturesque beauty of a lake is well-documented throughout history. Humankind has always been charmed by ponds and other bodies of water, with these secluded pools often holding a special appeal. How did they get here? Where is the water from? While these questions are universal, some are less applicable. For example: what makes Walden […]
This week is Spain’s annual Running of the Bulls as the Sanfermines Festival. Whether you are participating in person or watching it on your television at a safe distance, its rich history is worth noting. Not Just For Barcelona… While most are familiar with the event held in Pamplona, Spain, “running of the bulls” is […]