Fiction Author / Freelance Writer / Science Educator
I come from a family of teachers. English, Polish, Art, and Nursing have come before me. My choice was Science. I taught Environmental Science and Biology for seven years at the collegiate level. Some argue that I never really stopped teaching. Here I write about concepts for general audiences. I explore complex topics you need to know more about, but were too afraid to ask!
The Opportunity to Innovate Responsibly As the global community rallies around net-zero goals, the question remains: how can we accelerate progress while navigating the complexities of modern technology? Having spent over 30 years at the forefront of IT, and with a master’s degree in sustainability from Harvard, I’ve witnessed firsthand the immense potential for technology…
What do Universal Basic Income (UBI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) have in common? More than you think they would. As a science educator as well as a fiction writer, there are myriad topics that I discuss that blur the lines between reality and fiction. In the tech world, there is no higher-mentioned concept than AI….
Biochar: Ancient Farming Solutions for Modern Environmental Problems Imagine turning the clock back over two millennia to the lush landscapes of the Amazon Basin, where ancient civilizations ingeniously enriched their infertile soils using a substance remarkably similar to what we today call biochar. This biochar goes by two names in Portuguese; tera perta do indio…
How many forms of EDS are there? This is a question that gets asked usually right after “What is EDS”? As a sufferer of the disorder, it sometimes takes a lot of explaining for me to talk about what it is, and what it isn’t. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a group of genetic disorders that…
Organic Carbon vs. Organic Matter sounds adversarial, but it is the secret to understanding soil health and how it interacts with life on Earth. Soil, far from being mere dirt, is a vibrant ecosystem. It is rich in organic matter and organic carbon, each playing critical roles in nurturing life above and below the surface….
Climate change presents one of the most challenging issues of our time. Amidst the frequent alarming news, sustainable living emerges as a powerful tool for individual and collective action. This lifestyle is centered around making choices that lessen our environmental impact, fostering a world that thrives on renewable resources and minimal waste. Whether you’re deeply…
At the heart of this technological marvel are two distinct approaches to machine learning: structured and unstructured learning. These methods are the building blocks of AI, guiding how machines interpret, process, and utilize data to make decisions. Structured learning is akin to a well-oiled machine operating in a systematic, organized environment. Conversely, unstructured learning is…
Natural Language Processing (NLP), an Introduction Imagine living in a world where your computer understands your emotions from a text message, or your car navigates through traffic based on verbal commands. This isn’t a scene from a sci-fi movie; it’s a reality created by Natural Language Processing (NLP). NLP is a fascinating branch of artificial…
Large Language Models, “AI: The Next Generation.” The realm of artificial intelligence (AI) has always been a fascinating frontier of technology, evolving rapidly from rudimentary computational systems to sophisticated entities capable of tasks that were once the sole domain of human intellect. Today, AI permeates various aspects of our lives. It is revolutionizing industries, reshaping…
Introduction When we talk about temperature, most of us think about the readings we see on our weather apps or thermometers – a straightforward number indicating how hot or cold it is. However, there’s another measure of temperature, less commonly understood but equally crucial, especially in our warming world: the wet-bulb temperature. Wet-bulb temperature isn’t…