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Population genetics and connectivity in deep-sea hydrothermal vent musselsto lush communities of animal species that live in mutualistic symbioses with chemosynthetic bacteria. While both mineral and genetic resources from these unique ecosystems gain increasing interest in human society, plans for the sustainable management of vent biodiversity are still in their infancies, given that the genetic structure and connectivity of vent populations ...
Katherine Isbister is a Human Computer Interaction and Games researcher who creates and studies digital games and other playful computer-supported experiences. Her focus is emotion and social connection - understanding the impact of design choices on these qualities, and getting better at building and evaluating technology that supports and enhances social and emotional experience. Her lab group’s work has been cited in Wired, Scientific ...
Think Globally, Drink LocallyMany of the world’s cities are recognizing that their current water supplies will be unable to meet the challenges posed by climate change and population growth. In response to these concerns, some cities have begun to invest in massive projects to import water from long distances. Other cities are turning ...
What it will be like to use autonomous vehicles as riders and citizens, and where and how they can have the most positive impact on society. In fall 2016, The Concepts Lab created a 3-part product and service design workshop series on the future of autonomous vehicles from a ...