It may come as a surprise, but you can unlock your inner artist by simply finding your unique drawing scale. This was the case for one person, who, after being told she “couldn’t draw” by someone important, believed it and gave up on her dreams of making maps and graphics. However, 10 years later, she found a newfound appreciation for her art when she started doodling on a budget list during a News meeting. She discovered she could produce perfect drawings of tiny objects, and soon enough, these small sketches developed into more than 1000 painted illustrations. Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
