Category Archives: Science

5 Interesting Links for 01-22-2021

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Innovation (Anthropology) New genetic techniques reveal a civilization thought lost in the Indus Valley region, the Harappans, lives on in the modern inhabitants. (Via David Bridger) https://www.sciencemag.org/news/2019/09/genome-nearly-5000-year-old-woman-links-modern-indians-ancient-civilization Librarians (Interesting People) … Continue reading →

Posted in Anthropology, History, Interesting Links, Interesting People, Technology, Writing | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Things That Make Me Smile No. 239: Music and Science

Posted on January 19, 2021 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Music is clearly one of my interests considering how many smiles involve it and the strange instruments people use. This time, however, music links with another interest of mine: science. I’m including two videos with this post to reflect both … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Music, Crafts, etc., Environment, Science, Smiles | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

5 Interesting Links for 01-15-2021

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Diplomacy (Anthropology) The anthology containing my story A Magical Brew was inspired by the influence of beer on civilization. When I saw this article, I couldn’t pass up the chance … Continue reading →

Posted in Anthropology, Interesting Links, Interesting People, Publishing, Research, Writing | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

5 Interesting Links for 12-18-2020

Posted on December 18, 2020 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Nature (Art) Artist Lisa Stevens goes by the tag seaurchin, a hint to her source of inspiration. Her works are inspired by coral in both their color and shapes. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Music, Crafts, etc., Health, Interesting Links, Paleontology, Publishing, Reading, Reviews, Science, Short Story Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

5 Interesting Links for 12-04-2020

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Diaspora (Culture) This is an older essay, in response to another essay, that explores cultural appropriation in the context of forced African Diaspora. It raises interesting points about both appropriation … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, Employment, Interesting Links, Interesting People, Science, Technology, Writing | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment