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The way gypsum crystals naturally form may offer clues on how to significantly reduce cost and energy in the production of plaster, widely used in building construction, fireproofing, and artwork. “In nature gypsum grows as these fantastic large crystals, yet we show that in the lab gypsum actually grows through the assembly of many, tiny …

Lili Chin of Doggie Drawings has a thing for Boston Terriers, but her work isn’t just fun and games fandom, but promoting understanding of and support for our best animals buddies. Head over to her website for more delightful doggie doodles as well as work she’s done for training manuals, tip sheets and rescue organizations …

Via PoopBags. (H/T @ritubpant) Show your pets some love.

The 2012 Space Foundation Student Art Contest invites children from around the world, grades pre-kindergarden through high school, to submit their space-inspired artwork. This year’s contest drew the out of this world works of 1,500 kids from the U.S., Pakistan, and Turkey. Sticking with the contest theme of “Space is Infinite – Explore,the winners’ pieces …

If you haven’t jumped on the Twitter wagon yet but plan to in the near future, here’s a handy little cheat sheet to help ease you into the Twittersphere. Via LexisClick. Twitter infographics.

Via Background Check. The law is on your side.

Via Visual.ly. Answering the tough questions.

A, B, C, D, E, F, Gonzo, H, I, J, K, LMNO, Pepe the King Prawn…. Illustrator Mike BaBoon teaches the ABCs of pop culture with his series of alphabets created from Muppets, Harry Potter characters, and other recognizable faces from both the small and big screen. Full collection at Geekologie. Brush up on pop …

For those looking for something truly unique in the design department but who still appreciate the classic beauty of a hardwood floor, Jamie Beckwith’s collection Enigma is the perfect fit between traditional and modern. The handcrafted pieces go far beyond the usual stripes and squares one usually sees adorning floors, but, buyer beware, are definitely …

Burger King Netherlands might just start a trend with this deliciously beefy eye makeup look. Via Neatorama. A lesson in beauty.

What looks like a close-up shot of a fuzzy, tropical-colored caterpillar inching along a branch is something entirely different, but equally captivating. Via Wild Wonders. (H/T @neatorama) The beauty of nature. Photo credit: Jose Luis Rodriguez