Archive for January 2017
Fish don’t do well in space…
This article on the Smithsonian website points out that microgravity aboard the International Space Station affects fish very quickly, and not in a good way. Read More…
Read MoreFalling with style
I wish I knew who this guy was—it’s not posted on the imgur post. But it’s a pretty spectacular display of slack line mastery! View post on imgur.com
Read MoreFirst test of rival to Einstein’s gravity kills off dark matter
A controversial approach to gravity that challenges Albert Einstein and suggests dark matter doesn’t exist has passed its first test. Read more here!
Read MoreWhat is gravity really?
Gravity is complicated stuff. Here’s a brief albeit somewhat complicated explanation that might shed light. https://futurism.com/what-is-gravity-really/
Read MoreNeil DeGrasse Tyson explains how gravity affects time
Astronomer Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses the effect of gravity on time. Fascinating stuff!
Read MoreEarth’s Gravity is Reshaping the Moon
NASA scientists have known since 2010 that the moon is slowly getting smaller, but according to a new study of cracks on the moon’s surface, it appears that the Earth’s tides are also helping reshape the surface of the moon. Read more here
Read MoreSkateboarding at 70mph…
Skateboarder Zak Maytum flies down the road at 70mph. Glad someone can have fun going that speed!
Read More5 Simple and Easy Balance Exercises
The Mayo Clinic offers a slideshow of 5 different simple exercises that help improve balance. Maintaining good balance (and working at it!) is very important especially as we grow older!
Read MoreGravity Glue
Canadian artist Michael Grab has pioneered the art form of Gravity Glue—balancing rocks for art, meditation, and balance. His website offers many examples of his work and philosophy. Who doesn’t like balancing rocks!
Read MoreMiyoko Shida’s stunning feat of balance and concentration
This is a simply stunning video of Miyoko Shida performing an increadible feat of balance and concentration. Talk about living with gravity!
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