SCIENCE ART - OVERVIEW
tagging stem cells
Stem cells were first identified in the 1960's by Canadian researchers Drs. Till, McCulloch and Becker. This exhibit is an illustrated overview of their landmark experiment. Presented as a gallery exhibit and an online exhibit.
CCR5 Delta 32 DNA Sequence
The left banner has a gap where the deletion occurs. This view highlights how the normal and mutant forms have the identical sequence, except for a small piece missing in the middle. It is a useful way to visualize how the 2 variants of this gene are different.
The right banner, without the gap, compares the 2 sequences as they actually are. It is clear that the normal CCR5 is identical to the Delta 32 variant up to a certain point (position 553), then they appear to be completely different.
Large banners showing two ways to visualize a DNA mutation deletion.
The human genome has billions of nucleotides strung together in a particular sequence. When a mutation occurs in the sequence, even a very small one, it can have a profound effect. In the case of the CCR5 gene, 32 missing nucleotides results in HIV resistance and offers a potential cure for AIDS.
star trek / James webb space telescope
commemorative spoons
Hand carved spoons celebrating science and space exploration.
The Happiness Project
A personal project to connect with people. It started with an open letter to 100 friends offering to deliver a handmade trinket from my workshop.
Having friends and sharing is good for me. I didn't need science to tell me that. I was, however, interested in finding out what research has been able to tease out.
Positive Psychology Postcards
Changing the way we breathe can change the way we feel. A few deep breaths can be used anytime as a pause button for stress.
When we rest, we become better at problem solving and evaluating goals. Taking short breaks also improves our ability to focus.
The Serenity Prayer was written by Reinhold Niebuhr in a time of war to address inconsolable pain, loss and guilt.
God, grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change,
The courage to change the things I can,
And the wisdom to know the difference.
Humour, even a juvenile pun, can activate the brain to produce dopamine and other endorphins that can release stress, bolster the immune system and improve general well-being.
A series of four postcards, each transmitting some concept about mental health based on research from the emerging science of positive psychology. The images are intended to be quiet reminders of healthful practices without the clutter of words.