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Stellar Fruit-Battery Shots

The Caleb Charland Science Photos Experiment With Fire

— June 16, 2012 — Tech
As the Caleb Charland science photos show, you don't have to be a rocket scientist to enjoy the thrills of science. Using concepts drawn from experiments like potato-powered batteries, titrating and DNA helix investigation, Charland offers a more abstract spin on things.

Some people recoil at the mention of a chemistry term, but it is a pity because some science concepts really make magic. Charland attempts to make the academic subject more relevant (or interesting, at the very least) through visually stimulating photographs. He snaps pictures of apple trees, jars of vinegar, a stack of coins or a selection of fruits that are all hooked up to their own respective lamps as power sources.

By making us question 'how?' and 'why?,' Charland captures the essential driving force of scientific discovery -- an inherent thirst of knowledge.
Trend Themes
1. Visual Science - The trend of visually stimulating science experiments and concepts through photography and other mediums, presenting an opportunity for new ways of engaging with science and increasing public interest in scientific knowledge.
2. Alternative Energy Sources - The trend of exploring and utilizing alternative energy sources, such as fruit batteries, as a way of promoting sustainability and reducing dependence on non-renewable resources.
3. Innovative Science Education - The trend of reimagining science education to be more engaging and creative to increase interest and retention, particularly through experiments and visuals that promote hands-on learning.
Industry Implications
1. Education - The education industry has the opportunity to embrace the trend of innovative science education through the development of new curricula, resources, and technologies that promote hands-on learning and creative experimentation.
2. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy industry can benefit from the trend of exploring alternative energy sources, particularly through research and development of new technologies that can harness the electrical potential of natural resources like fruits and vegetables.
3. Photography and Art - The photography and art industries have the opportunity to embrace the trend of visual science by creating works that combine scientific concepts and experimentation with creative expression and storytelling.
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