Imagine being able to walk around inside a virtual replica of your own cells. That is becoming a reality, thanks to groundbreaking technology developed at the University of New South Wales. In the future, cancer patients could see a virtual version of themselves, and track where drug treatments are ending up in their bodies. You could then show your family and friends what's happening to you and it will empower you to make your treatment decisions. http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-12-19/virtual-reality-allows-scientists-to-walk-in-cancer-cells/9268730

We should all start a holiday that comes directly before earth day where we post a picture of our favorite tree on social media, just as a bit of fun and a new tradition.

A new mobile phone app called Navability is being developed that helps wheelchair users find the best routes to travel based on their ability. It will make it easier and safer for people who use a wheelchair to get around. The first maps are being produced at the University of Wollongong. http://digitallivinglab.uow.edu.au/portfolio/navability-app/

A group of 40 University of New South Wales (UNSW) industrial design students have developed some futuristic home designs, including some novel space-saving furniture -- like a light weight two-seater couch which converts into an eight-seater dining table for casual sit-downs with friends. The 'Otto Lounge' has four different formations: a compact two person lounge; a couch plus leg rest; couch plus coffee table; and an eight-seater dining table. http://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/2017/11/20/these-design-students-inventions-for-tiny-apartments-are-genius_a_23280085/?

Suns of Mercury is a creative collaboration between musicians around the world that blends folklore with emerging styles to create new music. They aim to build common ground across languages and cultures with music. www.sunsofmercury.com

Unless it is certified organic, conventional cotton may not be as natural as you think. Over 99% of the cotton grown today is either genetically modified or grown with heavy applications of pesticides, or both.?The problems with clothing production don?t stop in the field. During the conversion of conventional cotton into clothing, numerous toxic chemicals are added at each stage? silicone waxes, harsh petroleum scours, softeners, heavy metals, flame and soil retardants, ammonia, and formaldehyde? to name just a few. iKotton products are designed for sensitive skin.??They use only organically certified cotton, woven and dyed with low-impact non-toxic chemicals.?https://www.ikotton.com/