formresilience @formresilience@qoto.org

Symmetries from the realms of physics and nature will prove to be highly insightful with respect to designing more efficient systems for our “techno-agrarian” future, which are more scalable, equitable, complex, fairer and highly resource-efficient. In this article, I use the examples of scaling laws in trees (and even deep learning models) as guides for balanced emergence, and tax havens as unbalanced emergence…

https://www.formresilience.com/flow-participatory-communication-collaboration/

I would like to encourage all the teachers out there who do such an incredible service to society. I think in many cases, teachers never get a complete picture of the downstream effects their work can have. I recently wrote an open letter to my physics teacher, Mr Rowlands (I also managed to track down his contact details so he could also read it, he was “lost for words….”).

#education #teaching #curiosity #physics #celtic #wales

https://www.formresilience.com/dear-mr-rowlands-thank-you/

Hi everyone. Been going into the written works of Raymond Williams recently. What a remarkable thinker he was. I wrote an article recently, using his body of works as a guide towards forming a narrative towards a more regenerative future. In case anyone may be curious; https://www.formresilience.com/regenerative-revolution-intro/

#green #future #politics #sustainability #democracy

As we engage in this transition to a regenerative economy, let's remember that our compass is neither an algorithm nor a strategic blueprint but a pure heart—a "Calon Lân"—imbued with the humility and authenticity that empowers us to lead, love, and transform.

https://www.formresilience.com/a-pure-heart-transforms/

Within the ruling political and business spheres, leaders confront a regenerative transition that amplifies the creative tension between self-interests and the collective good. In this article I explore this space, and ultimately, like all historical movements, it starts with the deep-seated convictions of the heart. I use Middle Earth’s Mirkwood as an allegorical aid 👍😊
https://www.formresilience.com/regenerating-modernity-mirkwood/

For anyone engaged with AI & IoT within heavy industries (such as the steel industry), this recent article might be of interest. It highlights recent novel developments and opportunities of Informed-AI & Blockchain Technology in paving a sustainable path towards a fossil free future.
#ai #blockchaintechnology #heavyindustry #greensteel #greenenergy #iot
https://www.formresilience.com/greasing-the-groove-with-physics-informed-ai-and-blockchain-in-heavy-industries/

Here is the interpretation if anyone is curious: https://www.formresilience.com/negotiating-with-the-universe/

Merry Christmas everybody.
I always find Christmas Eve a day of reflection. There is no particular reason for this - I suppose the quietness of the house, whilst the kids sleep, lulls the mind into a reflective state. If you do get a quiet moment over the coming days and the weather is not welcome you outside; I recommend to capture your own worldview in a single sketch. This is by no means an easy task; it is compelling and also rewarding. Here is my own attempt. #christmaseve #christmas

Any writers / illustrators / artists who feel an altruistic / charitable calling about sustainable stewardship on our Earth? Here is the humble beginnings of the charity;
www.formresilience.com
Would love to gather a group of contributors; writers and artists/illustrators to help with this. I thought a hashtag was a biscuit until about four years ago, so I’m no expert on the “digital currencies” of this age and I fully recognize the inherent strength of a diverse team. PM me if you interested

A quote that came to me today from one of my favorite thinkers (scientist/polymath):
“He that will believe only what he can fully comprehend must have a long head or a very short creed.” - Pierre Teilhard De Chardin
A succinct lesson in humility 😊👍

@conradhackett that is quite intriguing, thanks for sharing. I’m all for non-conventional thinking and anything that sparks cognitive curiosity

@krishnadeltoso @philosophy @jquillin Encouraging to hear. That was the fundamental hope for Formresilience.com - to inspire and open doors within the domain of sustainability through the synthesis of art and science. Let me know, if you, or someone you know would be interested in being a contributor on the site

@krishnadeltoso @philosophy @jquillin thanks for asking the question. The short answer is that the fungus achieves this through biological mechanisms such as acidolysis and complexolysis. Relative to current methods, can be considered very low-footprint.
One of the papers I cite provides an excellent overview and nice detailed schematics of the process; https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666765721000545

Took my kids sledging this past weekend on the mountain behind our village and whilst i gave them some warm rooibos - i noticed this seemingly fractal shape on a tree wrap. I suspect its from frozen water when it was stored, but could be wrong. I am fascinated about fractals though;
My daughter reminded of the “Let it go” song from @Disney@mastodon.social :)
“Frozen fractals all around…” Elsa, Frozen
Which is quite true.

@ParkinJim nice photo! Nice to see the snow / braf i weld gymaint o eria :)
We have also had a good dumping of snow here in the alps in recent days

@pmarsden fully agree

@TheEuropeanNetwork Interesting to learn about the potential lithium mines in Germany. Would be nice if we found a truly sustainable way (economically, ecologically, ESG) to mine the lithium from such medium-lower grade ore deposits. The humble fungus holds great promise I believe. Here is a written piece exploring this topic;
https://www.formresilience.com/how-fungi-could-decarbonize-the-critical-metals-landscape/

@Vigdisol wishing you a fast recovery! There seems to be a lots of sickness going around here also in Switzerland - and with young children, one can always count on them to bring it home :)