Telescopic Turnip

Telescopic Turnip explores the unexpected intersections of science, culture, and theoretical perspectives, delving into how accidents drive discoveries, the complexities of evolution, societal norms, and personal biases. It juxtaposes scientific phenomena with everyday experiences, offering insights on a diverse array of topics from artificial sweeteners and sexual dimorphism to internet privacy and cultural evolution.

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0 implied HN points • 21 Jun 22
  1. Genomes could predict people's faces.
  2. A train crash was staged for profit in Texas in 1896.
  3. Fruit flies evolve cyclically in response to seasonal changes.

The two-headed bacterium

0 implied HN points • 10 Aug 21
  1. Categories help us make sense of the world, but changing definitions can reveal new discoveries.
  2. Bacterial colonies function as multicellular organisms, exhibiting unique behaviors like 'bacterial sacrifice.'
  3. Bacterial cells can be viewed as pairs of individuals due to aging and division, challenging traditional notions of individuality.