Figaro - or how we create the app we need

How AI is democratizing app development — and how my team built Figaro, a tool to eliminate one of science's most tedious workflows.

Developing MIRA

How we used AI to develop a visualization tool for our research field, and what I learned along the way.

How and Why I Built My News AI Agent

I built an AI agent to read the news the way I did fifteen years ago — once a day, with focus, and then closing it. Here's how and why.

Is Life a Miracle or Inevitable?

Is life a miracle or an inevitability? This post explores one of science’s most intriguing questions: why is the universe so quiet? We examine the profound complexity behind the origins of life and highlight the latest scientific advancements that shed light on the probability of life emerging on a planet.

The Song in the Dark: Why Culture Flourishes in Chaos

How is it that humanity’s greatest masterpieces are born from our darkest moments, and what can they teach us about rebelling against the destructive forces of our own era?

Snowflake: Helping people in dictatorships bypass internet censorship from your couch

Recent events in Iran remind us that millions live under regimes that block the free internet. Learn how you can help bridge that gap with Snowflake—a zero-cost, low-risk tool.

The Algorithm of the Ring - Why It’s Time to Quit Social media

If the digital world feels more draining and less connecting, it’s not just you. Over the past few years, major platforms have changed dramatically—shifting from social connection to endless engagement. As a result, setting boundaries and protecting our well-being has become both easier and essential.

The Magic of Nature - Attention Restoration Theory and Fractals

Have you ever noticed that you think more clearly after a walk in the park? Nature has a fascinating impact on the mind—partly through the fractal patterns we unconsciously perceive.

Intentional Emptiness - My First Month of Attention Restoration

Finishing my first month of an intentional attention restoration plan, I've learned about the profound power of 'empty spaces' and deliberate intention.

Attention Restoration: Remote Place

I tested a common productivity method — working in a remote environment and see if heightened focus could be maintained while preserving a vibrant social life. Here are the results from my desert retreat.