Consciousness: A Subjective Capacity That Produces Objective States
Consciousness may refer to the brain’s most adaptive property: its capacity to produce states of objectivity.
Lenten Consecration That Speaks to Mary and Us
Commentary on Pope Francis' recent consecration of Russia and Ukraine, hoping to inspire others to pursue an enriched Lenten experience.
Meet Natalie Batalha and Natasha Batalha, JWST’s Mother-Daughter Team [VIDEO]
Natalie Batalha will work with her daughter Natasha on data from the James Webb Space Telescope that may confirm if any of these planets show signs of life
8 Deadly Sins in Literature: Vanity
In many lists of the 8 deadly sins, vanity is included in pride. However, some scholars kept it separate. Here are some examples of vanity in literature.
A Conversation with Dr. Jennifer Wiseman [VIDEO]
Purposeful Universe interviewed Dr. Jennifer Wiseman about her perspective on the cosmos and the formation of stars and galaxies.
Where Do We Fit in the Universe? [VIDEO]
Where do we fit in the universe? Dr. Jennifer Wiseman shares her wonderment at the human ability to be active learners and participants in the universe.
How the James Webb Telescope Works
Physics Girl explains how the James Webb Telescope Works by using spectroscopic tools to measure the elements and material on other planets.
Natalie Batalha — What Do Exoplanets Mean for Us? [VIDEO]
What do exoplanets mean for us? Natalie Batalha explains that exoplanet research has brought the search for life on other planets to the forefront.
The Role of Randomness and De Novo Mutations in Evolution
An analysis of de novo mutations in two populations point to a role for non-random mutations in evolution.
The Discipline of Lent: Peter Tse on Freedom and Mastery
A look at Dr. Peter Tse's thoughts about 'freedom within constraints' vs 'freedom from constraint' and how to apply it to the Lenten season.
A Harvard Astrochemist Discusses Big Bang Cosmology
Dr. Karin Öberg discusses the implications of Big Bang cosmology and offers an intriguing comparison between it and previous cosmological models.
Are We Alone in the Universe? [VIDEO]
Are we alone? For some, the possibility of extraterrestrial life makes human lives feel very small and insignificant. For Dr. Öberg, the opposite is true.