Tag: research

Do you want artificial fries with that?

The year is 2013. There are over seven billion people living in the world, over 300 million in the USA alone. In many parts of the world, housing is dilapidated and overcrowded. Homeless populations overflow in major cities and food has become increasingly scarce. Real food…I mean. In an effort to address the issue of food shortages, google co-founder Sergey…

5 ways living in Amsterdam can prevent cancer

Despite the evolving nature of science and our knowledge of cancer prevention, it is well-accepted that your risk of developing many types of cancer is affected by the lifestyle choices you  make. In fact over half of all serious diseases in the US (including diabetes, heart disease, and cancer) could be prevented if people adapted a healthier lifestyle.   Sorry ladies and…

Ladies stick together: from humans to prairie dogs

“How can you live so far from home? I couldn’t take it when I just moved to another state.” says girlfriend number one me: “Well…I am super busy doing activities that I love. I rarely have time to think much about it!” “Don’t you miss your family and friends? says girlfriend number two me: “Of course I do! But I know I’ll…

Up close with an emotions expert: Dr. Lauren Bylsma

One of the coolest things about being a scientist is the privilege of interacting with bright, creative women from a variety of disciplines. Actually as a grad student, I somehow became the token cancer bio girl at many psychology social events, and that’s where I met Dr. Lauren Bylsma. Since we share a love of delicious food, dark beer, random adventures, and…