Jon Lee Andrade, BS

"We are deep into the holiday season, and that means a lot of things for a lot of people. To some, it’s a strange reminder of the changing long term weather patterns brought about by climate change. And while the reality of the situation rings out a somber tone, hopefully knowing that some animals have been making the best out of a warming environment will help lift some spirits in time to enjoy the present. And what better way to deliver such nuanced cheer than by telling you about the world’s smallest, fattest reindeer?"

"Have you noticed this, that everyone’s trying to get back to the Moon for some reason? NASA’s Artemis, China’s Chang’e, India’s Chandrayaan, and even private ventures like Odysseus. Governments and companies worldwide are racing to get up there. But what’s changed since the Apollo era? What happened to getting to Mars? And how close are we?"

"Given the impacts of climate change and habitat loss on communities and ecosystems around the world, and given the need to expand our food systems to meet growing demand, exploring alternative meat options with reduced impact on the environment is critical."