Monthly Archives: December 2009

The solution is in the theory of relativity

Posted on December 31, 2009 by Akshat Rathi

Whenever we think about problems, although getting solutions to the problem should be our first concern, it is not. What comes first is always the fear of failure. It is the first hurdle even before we start the process of … Continue reading →

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On a mission: To be a good writer

Posted on December 19, 2009 by Akshat Rathi

I started blogging because I wanted to write better and become a writer. Even after blogging for three years, that still remains my strongest driving force.  However, I’ve never done any serious research on good writing, so I thought I … Continue reading →

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Why am I giving up meat?

Posted on December 6, 2009 by Akshat Rathi

A recent article in h+ magazine, has prompted me to do something I had wanted to do for a long time. I am giving up on meat, I am bracing Pescetarianism now and will move onto become a vegetarian soon. My … Continue reading →

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A Chemist’s carbon footprint reduction

Posted on December 2, 2009 by Akshat Rathi

As a synthetic chemist, it is a very embarrassing question if asked about our personal carbon footprint. Frankly, it is much greater than normal citizens. We use flammable and non-flammable solvents very regularly. Most of the chemical reagents we use … Continue reading →

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