Issue 11: Kaleidoscope

A word from the Editors in Chief and some perspectives from the Cover Illustrator.

Edmond connects Locke, Kant and modern physics to question whether we ever see the world as it truly is.

See coral in a new light with Anjika: not only as an individual organism, but part of a complex, changing biological mosaic.

Bringing different scientific perspectives to the table is exactly what science needs and where discovery begins, Jasmin argues.

Who said science belongs in a lab? Iris explores the people and unexpected collaborations driving Antarctic research.

Defying current paradigms of protein structure and function, Jocelyn untangles our evolving understanding of intrinsically disordered proteins.

DNA is your unique, genetic identity – or is it? Kara spins another story, of chimerism and genetic lineages that aren't as they seem.

Luca probes the rapidly expanding world of neurotechnology and its potential for understanding the brain.

Aanya challenges a common assumption about human perception: that we all experience the same world through the same colours.

Ever tried to describe to a friend why you like a certain piece of art? Aimee gives you the scientific laws to explain why.

Arwen reflects on their newfound appreciation for scientific research, exploring the ethics and governance that guide it.

What does colour mean for astronomical imaging? Adrija takes us to space to probe this very question.

Rita asks us to consider: is dreaming something that makes us distinctly human, or do we share it with our animalian brethren?

Ever wondered how chameleons change colours? Mietta explains the science behind their brilliant, shifting skin.

How much of you is set in stone? Vicenta explores the genes, microbes, brains and memories make us who we are.

Chengze explains the technical foundations of generative AI and how it can lead to kaleidoscopic distortions.

How do tigers stay hidden in plain sight? Jaipal uncovers the surprising science behind how predators and prey see the world.

Turns out, blueberries have been keeping up appearances. Mujing uncovers the clever physics behind their famous blue hue.

Meghna describes a unique, statistically-informed way of both understanding the stock market and reconsidering everyday decisions.