A PhD geophysicist, PhD meteorologist, and guest experts write the science posts. Alaska-related science posts address geophysical or geochemical phenomena occurring in the State. These posts cover topics like permafrost, hot springs, weather, wildfires, and air quality to educate you about what you’ll see when traveling in Alaska and help you dress appropriately for the weather in style.
Educational posts on Alaska weather include funnel clouds, Chinook, and inversions. Finally, some posts provide solutions to mitigate negative impacts of polluted indoor air and to reduce Sun exposure during the long white nights.
Many fashion items wouldn’t be there if there were no science. Research and, in early times, trial-and-error made many apparel items possible. Without research, there weren’t the basics for textiles from many renewable resources or synthetics, as well as clothing for thermal-physiological comfort in hot and cold climates or sweating activities.
For definitions of science terms see also the Glossary of Fashion and Science Terms
Science Related to Phenomena in Alaska
Did You Know This about Fairbanks’ Winter Solstice?
Black Carbon in the Arctic
Planets with Green Aurora Have Oxygen
Why Does Permafrost Destroy Valuable Plugins
Permafrost can cause problems for drink water
Permafrost Promotes Artesian Wells in the Tundra
Recognize Permafrost when You See It
Are You Aware of the Paradox of Last Chance Tourism?
Hot Springs: Cool Alaska Places to See off the Tourist Paths
Their First Christmas Tree in Alaska Was Frozen
Why Does It Look Like the Moon Has Power to Change Its Color?
Thermal-Physiological Comfort
Posts address aspects like the fabric breathability and insulation, or uptake of dye. Body responses to heat and cold stress are discussed as well.
Why Is Acrylic More Cozy than Wool
Keeping It Cool – Is Your Air Conditioner Summer Ready?
How Does Layering Clothes Create Thermal Comfort?
How to Identify the Best Down Coat for Your Climate Zone
What Are the Best Sweaters for Your Climate Region
Best Looks You Can Wear in Subtropical Humid Weather
Style Bloggers Dress for Continental Humid Weather
Why Does Cool Jams Thermal Comfort Sleepwear Work?
Why Are the Dog Days So Uncomfortable
A Glimpse Inside My Book: Wear Comfort
Material of Fabric and Yarns
Did You Know Banana Fibers Can Be Used for Textiles?
Did You Know This about Regenerated Fibers?
Worsted vs. Woolen Wool What’s the Difference
Why Is Denim So Comfortable?
Why Colored Denim Fails to Be Comfortable Like Jeans
What You Need to Know about Hemp Textiles
Did You Know This about the Fashion History of Faux Leather
Cozy Booties and Sweaters, Material Properties Are Key
Physics of Textiles, Sun and EMF Exposure
Why Do Clothes Release Sparks
Explanation of the Black-Blue and White-Gold Dress
Review of Eagle Eyes Sunglasses
How Machine Vision Is Changing the Textile Industry
What the Heck Are Sun Safe Clothes?
Why You Can Get a Sunburn in the Shade
10 Easy Things You Can Do to Reduce Sun Exposure
Why items reflect on clothing
Why EMF Protection Clothing is a Growing Trend in Fashion
Gems and Gemstones
Real Sapphire Rings Versus Fake
All You Need to Know about Pearls
Surprising Emeralds Facts You Didn’t Know
The Most Popular Gemstones for Engagement Rings
Fashion and the Environment
Fashion-related science posts cover the physics/chemistry of clothes as well as fashion’s impacts on the environment.
Earth Month: Zero Waste Cutting of Clothing Patterns
Show Your Support of the Environment not only on Earth Day
Why You Can Walk in Heels in the Store, but Nowhere Else
Did You Know the Textile Industry Recycles Some of Its Waste?
Air Quality Impacts
What You Need to Know About Indoor Air Quality
AirFree Air Purifier: Why to Care About Indoor Air Quality
How Economy Scrutinizes Good Air Quality in Alaska
Why You Can’t Escape Poor Air Quality in Remote Alaska
Don’t You Wanna Embrace Every Breath You Take?
Science as a Career
5 Things to Know if You’re Trying to Begin a Career in Science
How to Inspire Children to Enter STEM Industries
Misc
What to Look For in a Research Peptide Company
What You Can Expect When You Get an MRI
Patchouli Perfume Escapades: Traveling the Globe via Fragrant Trails
Why the Yamaha Clavinova is Ideal for Learning Piano: Advantages Over Acoustics
How to Keep your Vacation Tan longer
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