The challenges of a new art collection
Starving artist? Try starving collector. About a year ago, I made the decision to begin collecting art. While I have not looked back – and don’t tell my parents this – I have certainly skipped a meal or two to save
How to Scale Up Sustainable Energy
EDITOR’S NOTE: THIS PIECE IS PART OF A SERIES EXPLORING THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS. SEE THE INTRODUCTION TO THE SERIES HERE. Lessons Learned from Ashden's Experience Towards the end of last year, two momentous events took place that, if commitments and promises are kept, should
Was that Sexist? How Boundaries and Respect Could Eliminate Sexism
We often hear stories about women who experience sexism and are harassed by male colleagues, especially in STEM professions. We read about men making unwanted advances, saying sexual comments, and exhibiting sexist behavior in the workplace. It’s astounding to read and
Contamination, Part I: The Largest Poisoning of a Population in History
How is a small town in New England like a small town in Bangladesh? In 1998, a problem caught the attention of a team of researchers at Columbia University. They took a closer look. What they saw led them to join
A Poem By Matthew Girolami
Transfixed after Chris Burden You want to be bound, in amber, fixed with pins: your spine the concave of a convex mirror. If only we were closer to the sun, it could take the gold from your body, though still you’d be staked to the board. I suppose this
De-constructing Modern Democracy
A few months ago, I was on a flight to Washington, D.C., and sitting next to me was a man in his mid-twenties. It was a pleasure talking to him; he has led a very interesting life, having travelled around
Colombia’s 44th National Salon
Impakter sat down with Guillermo Vanegas, one of the chosen curators for the next National Salon titled Aún (Yet). He gave us a little preview of what to expect as a curatorial narrative. The National Salon was created in 1940
SDG 4: Inclusive and equitable quality education for all
EDITOR’S NOTE: THIS PIECE IS PART OF A SERIES EXPLORING THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS. SEE THE INTRODUCTION TO THE SERIES HERE. How to ensure quality early education: The UK case Education is central to the underlying intentions of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Oozing Sculptures: An Interview with Dan Lam
Texas-based artist Dan Lam has made a name for herself innovating sculpture using polyurethane foam. Her alien works are known for their remarkable vibrant colors as well as their illusionistic appearance. Impakter spoke with the artist herself regarding her work. Tell us a
Is the Cloud Always safe? And How Can We Ensure Our Privacy?
Compaas is a new startup working in the field of security, privacy and cloud computing. We had the opportunity to chat with Compaas CEO Adam Moisa, about the history and features of Compaas – an innovative management program that allows
Global Coral Reef Destruction – Can We Stop It?
Coral reefs, the most bio-diverse and productive ecosystems on the planet, are one of the most sensitive indicators of the ocean's health. Even though they occupy only 0.1% of the ocean, they are home to a quarter of marine species.
Adapting to Climate Change in Peru
EDITOR’S NOTE: THIS PIECE IS PART OF A SERIES EXPLORING THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS. SEE THE INTRODUCTION TO THE SERIES HERE. From coastal deserts to Amazonian rainforests to Andean highlands, Peru is one of the world's most ecologically diverse countries. It is also vulnerable