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Homo Geographicus Book Review
In Homo Geographicus, Robert Sack offers a compelling exploration into the realms of geography that extends far beyond the traditional understanding of the subject. As a Geographer a degree from Texas A&M, I firmly believe that Sack’s work serves not only as an indispensable primer for students of geography but…
Food
I think we all recognize food is not just a fundamental necessity for survival. That if you’re lucky enough, food can be a tapestry of flavors, textures, and aromas that have the ability to transcend the physical and enlighten our spirits. Each experience has the ability to insure a mental…
Finding your own mantra
In my pursuits of being an engineer, a creative problem solver, and a better person, I found guidance in a direction I had not expected. Not a particularly spiritual person, I was surprised to be introduced to concepts I had previously associated only with the New Age movement. My gateway…
GlobaLearn.com Explorer
In 1999, an opportunity of a lifetime presented itself to me. I was chosen as one of five “Explorers” for GlobaLearn.com to embark on an unforgettable journey through the picturesque landscapes of Eastern Africa, exploring Kenya, Tanzania, and the enchanting island of Zanzibar. My role as a photographer and media…
Theory of Mind
In 1996, I had the unique opportunity to be a part of a compelling research study at the Language Research Center, focusing on exploring the Theory of Mind in chimpanzees. Guided by Dr. Michael Tomasello, a pioneer in comparative psychology, the study sought to explore the communicative abilities and social…
Geery Glider
The Geery Glider project is at the forefront of advancing underwater exploration and research, currently in the pivotal stage of building its first prototype. A revolutionary autonomous underwater glider, the Geery Glider is poised to bring unparalleled innovation to deep-sea and near-shore exploration, reconnaissance, and mapping. Inspired by the toy…
Innovation doesn’t happen in a vacuum
I’ve heard the term “Innovation doesn’t happen in a vacuum” but truly only recently understood the phrase while deeply immersed in the creative process for hardware design. I found myself hitting development walls. Sometimes these challenges were due to needing to learn a new skill, get over a technological hurdle,…