Generally the study of wave formations—specifically sound—Cymatics looks at the mesmerizing organic shapes created by invisible waves. Founded by Swiss doctor and scientist Hans Jenny who used simple sine waves to create patterns in powders, liquids and pastes, the book collects images developed over 14 years. The resulting mandalas reference art (like the work of Herwig Weiser, architecture, geometry and nature, among other disciplines. The …
Body Volume Index, a U.K.-based company, has developed a new method of measuring body fat. The method and company name are the same, or BVI for short. Patients step into an enclosed area where they are subjected to non-invasive, non-radioactive light technology; in less than seven seconds their bodies have been scanned. Currently undergoing a two year clinical research study in the U.K. (details at …
Not just a nostalgic reminder of grade school days, Charles and Ray Eames’ 1977 film Powers of Ten is at this point—having inspired Will Wright’s new video game “Spore” and a memorable TV spot for lotion, among other things—a seminal film. I was happy to discover it, randomly enough, on Band of Outsiders and couldn’t help lamenting how rare such a simply clever concept is …
