Tom Kuech

July 15, 2014September 5, 2015

Animated Ladybug Super Zoom-In

Here is the underside of a ladybug. Click the image to enlarge. You won't regret it! In this post I hope to help you appreciate just how small "nano" is, using the official ladybug of science! Before we get there, let me explain how I took this image. Step 1 - Find a dead ladybug. …

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January 6, 2014September 5, 2015

What’s the Difference between Magnification and Resolution? Dog of Science Demonstrates.

Seeing small objects is no simple task, but it is an essential one for scientists from fields as diverse as astronomy and nanotechnology. In order to see tiny things, we need to both magnify them and keep their fine details apparent. Which is more important, raw enlarging power or precise detail?To help me explain, I …

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February 25, 2013September 5, 2015

How do Black Lights Work, Why do Highlighters Look So Bright, and How Can You Impress Your Significant Other with Science?

Prepare to embark on a colorful and illuminating journey. Before we begin: Did you know that there is a secret world that exists right in front of your eyes? Did you know that we scientists have tapped into this secret world and are exploiting it to push the boundaries of knowledge? Do you have a …

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