Science trivia

A friend of mine had to do some bacteria samples during her bachelor thesis. When i saw those i was instantly fascinated by the vast range of variation within this tiny microcosm.

A ball of energy with electricity beaming all over the place.

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Scientist examines the result of a plaque assay, which is a test that allows scientists to count how many flu virus particles (virions) are in a mixture. To perform the test, scientists must first grow host cells that attach to the bottom of the plate, and then add viruses to each well so that the attached cells may be infected. After staining the uninfected cells purple, the scientist can count the clear spots on the plate, each representing a single virus particle.

On a rain-soaked day, thousands marched on Washington DC to fight for science funding and scientific analysis in politics

This experimental painting features swirls of black, grey, purple, and white paints. As the paints began to dry, I took this closeup.

The technique I use to create this kind of paint texture is called “fluid art,” and it relies on mixing a variety of mediums into acrylic paints to influence how they interact. I’ll use materials like glue, isopropyl alcohol, liquid silicone, and a butane torch.

Photo captured during office hours of a company in Brazil.

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