Rogue Currents
roguecurrents.bsky.social
Rogue Currents
@roguecurrents.bsky.social
🌊 Diving into the hidden currents of everyday life
💧 Where science, art, and chaos meet
⚓ Fluid dynamics for the curious and creative
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Hi, I'm the mind behind Rogue Currents where fluid dynamics comes alive in quirky, unexpected ways. I explore hidden flows shaping our world, from ocean depths to the artistry of nature. By day I'm a research scientist diving into the mysteries of turbulence experimentally using optical diagnostics.
Hey inspiring people! Taking a Bluesky break, feels like I'm under the sea 😅 Fully submerged in grant reports, proposals, and conference prep. Hoping to resurface by early December with more time and energy for fresh articles! Missing you all but embracing the quiet to stay productive. See you soon!
November 18, 2024 at 3:41 PM
I don't post much on here because I'm still quite overwhelmed by the vibe and I find Threads more comforting. But hey everyone, I've been crafting another total random article on an underwater resting sanctuary (a temporary escape from surface chaos) and diving medicine, so stay tuned (or not 😅).
November 12, 2024 at 4:25 AM
Celebrate the flow of science and art on #NationalSTEMDay!
From ocean waves to stardust, discover how STEM fuels creativity, resilience, and connection.
Dive into the full article to explore the currents of wonder and feel the pulse of possibility!
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#SciComm #FluidDynamics #SciArt
Currents of Wonder: Where STEM Meets the Pulse of Possibility
On this National STEM/STEAM Day, we’re diving into the currents that connect science and art. From ocean waves to cosmic dreams, STEM is more than disciplines, it’s a pulse of creativit…
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November 8, 2024 at 6:15 PM
🌊 Tidal Inspirations 🐡

- How would you depict resilience against nature's strongest forces? 🌍

- The silence before a tsunami's surge, an AI-powered map evolving with the tides, or a community hub blending into the landscape, ready for any wave.
How might you bring these ideas to life?

🦑🧪 #SciArt
November 5, 2024 at 9:50 PM
On #TsunamiDay, we honor the resilience sparked by the 2004 tsunami. 🌊 Discover how global efforts and next-gen innovation are shaping a future prepared for nature's power. Read more on building a world that flows with resilience! wp.me/pfZHWQ-cn
#GetToHighGround
The 2004 Tsunami’s Legacy: Riding Waves of Resilience
The 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami showed the ocean’s power to both create and devastate. It transformed how we approach disaster preparedness, uniting global efforts in resilience. As the next ge…
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November 5, 2024 at 3:51 PM
🌊 Tidal Inspirations 🐡
Balance, Flow, Art in Motion

• Paint a scene where fluid motion tells a story, like a seahorse drifting in a calm tide.

• Experiment with origami to capture fluid dynamics in folded forms.

• Sketch a design where gentle tilts control balance in unexpected ways.

🦑🧪 #SciArt
November 3, 2024 at 7:12 PM
What do seahorses and origami have in common? 🌊🐚 These graceful drifters create tiny currents with each ripple and tilt, moving like delicate underwater sculptures. Dive into the artistry of seahorse motion on Rogue Currents! #FluidDynamics #SciArt #WorldOrigamiDays
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Folds of the Sea: The Origami of the Seahorse
In a world of swift swimmers, the seahorse stands apart; an upright drifter moving with graceful balance. Each fin ripple and gentle tilt sculpts tiny, unseen currents, creating a delicate dance of…
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November 3, 2024 at 3:43 PM
Going through the schedule from World Origami Days, I felt inspired by tomorrow's model to craft an article merging origami with the hydrodynamics of seahorses!
I'm a bit concerned it may come off as clumsy, but hey, at least it's a pretty unique take. 😅
Stay tuned for the release tomorrow! 🌊 🐴
November 2, 2024 at 11:31 PM
"Our oceans cover more than 70% of the Earth's surface, but over 80% of them remain unexplored. In fact, it is often claimed that we know more about the surface of Mars and the Moon than about the ocean floor on our own planet.
NASA is on a mission to change that."

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Why Nasa is exploring the deepest oceans on Earth
Could our understanding of the deep ocean help unlock the mysteries of outer space? Nasa's space mission is leading us to unexplored depths of our own planet.
www.bbc.com
November 2, 2024 at 4:11 PM
I still can't wrap my head around those numbers:

7.5 quintillions grains of sand [7.5 x 10^18] on Earth 😬

But "There are a billion billion billion [10^27] phytoplankton in the world's oceans, more than there are stars in the sky [10^23]"... about 10,000 times more 🤯
climate.mit.edu/explainers/p...
Phytoplankton
By taking up carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air, phytoplankton play a large role in the natural carbon cycle, helping to regulate the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere and keep the Earth’s climate in bal...
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November 2, 2024 at 1:55 PM
Still processing the fact that my spooky ocean tale series is finished and we're already in November.

But I got inspired by the World Origami Days happening now ✨
Tiny bummer that Halloween made me miss the Narwhal model yesterday 🦄

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Day 8. Narwhal
Narwhals are unique among toothed whales. The male is distinguished by his protruding, unicorn-horn-like two front teeth. The tail flukes are also unusual; this origami model satisfactorily represents...
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November 1, 2024 at 10:51 PM
🌊 Tidal Inspirations 🐡

What if the ocean could freeze in an instant?
Imagine: How would you capture the moment? Paint it, write it, or experiment with ice?

Dive into The Frozen Sea and let supercooling, freezing points, and hidden heat spark your next creation!
🦑🧪 #SciArt
October 31, 2024 at 7:42 PM
They say there's a sea where the cold comes faster than you can flee, freezing ships in an instant.

Science or something far more... chilling?

Dive into the haunting tale of The Frozen Sea this Halloween! 🌊❄️👻 #FluidDynamics #OceanMysteries
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The Frozen Sea (Spooky Ocean Tale Series)
Far beyond familiar shores, there’s a place where the ocean freezes in an instant, trapping ships in a silent, icy prison. Known as The Frozen Sea, it defies the laws of nature, leaving some …
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October 31, 2024 at 2:19 PM
🌊 Tidal Inspirations 🐡

Beneath calm waters, invisible forces leave ghostly trails, unseen wakes that spark curiosity.

What stories could these silent rhythms tell? Capture their movement in art or find poetry in their patterns. Imagine new worlds shaped by the ocean's hidden hand.

🦑🧪 #SciArt
October 31, 2024 at 1:07 AM
Introducing...
🌊 Tidal Inspirations 🐡!

These creative prompts will follow each of my articles, blending the art and science of fluid dynamics.

From unseen ocean trails to the mysteries of movement, each prompt invites you to explore the beauty of fluid flow through art and imagination.

🦑🧪 #SciArt
October 30, 2024 at 10:43 PM
Fishermen call it the Ghost Ship's Wake, a spectral line gliding through the sea with no ship in sight. Is it ocean magic or something more? 🌊

Uncover the science and mystery behind this haunting phenomenon! #GhostShip #OceanMysteries #FluidDynamics wp.me/pfZHWQ-c3
The Ghost Ship’s Wake (Spooky Ocean Tale Series)
In the dead of night, fishermen speak of an eerie wake that moves through the water without a ship in sight. Known as the Ghost Ship’s Wake, this spectral line cuts through the sea, stirred b…
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October 30, 2024 at 4:56 PM
Beneath the waves, whispers drift in the darkness, twisting through unseen currents and luring divers into the unknown. Sound becomes a haunting mystery in the ocean's depths, an invitation for science and art to meet.

What secrets would you capture from the abyss?

🌊🦑🧪🐡 #SciArt
My 5th spooky tale dives into the world of ghostly underwater murmurs 🌊👻
In the depths, sound twists and warps, transforming into eerie whispers that drift through the darkness, beckoning divers with voices not quite human. Are they echoes of the ocean's secrets... or something else? wp.me/pfZHWQ-bT
Whispers from the Abyss (Spooky Ocean Tale Series)
In the ocean’s depths, silence isn’t what it seems. Sound travels faster and farther underwater, forming ghostly channels that carry distant whispers. As divers descend, these sounds tw…
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October 30, 2024 at 4:32 PM
I'd love to share follow-ups vibing with the articles I post, but I'm not sure they'd resonate here. I'm inspired to explore and promote fluid dynamics as a way to spark curiosity and creative thoughts, nourish the flow of human imagination.

🌊🦑🧪🐡 #SciComm #SciArt
October 30, 2024 at 1:13 PM
My 5th spooky tale dives into the world of ghostly underwater murmurs 🌊👻
In the depths, sound twists and warps, transforming into eerie whispers that drift through the darkness, beckoning divers with voices not quite human. Are they echoes of the ocean's secrets... or something else? wp.me/pfZHWQ-bT
Whispers from the Abyss (Spooky Ocean Tale Series)
In the ocean’s depths, silence isn’t what it seems. Sound travels faster and farther underwater, forming ghostly channels that carry distant whispers. As divers descend, these sounds tw…
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October 29, 2024 at 9:06 PM
In a hidden stretch of ocean, sailors speak of a place where time fades and reality twists.

Welcome to the 4th tale of my ocean mystery series, where the ocean’s touch holds eerie power.

Dive into the full story and explore where science and the unknown blend: wp.me/pfZHWQ-bJ 🦑🧪 🌊 #ocean #science
The Sea That Forgets (Spooky Ocean Tale Series)
The Sea That Forgets is a place of eerie stillness, where time fades and objects twist under layers of glistening film. Sailors passing through this strange expanse speak of memories dissolving and…
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October 28, 2024 at 3:42 PM
Ready for my 3rd spooky ocean tale? 🌌
Sailors speak of an endless void where the ocean and sky blend seamlessly, luring ships into a boundless, eerie mirror.
Would you drift into this endless realm?
This is where mystery and fluid dynamics meet, drawing you into a haunting illusion: wp.me/pfZHWQ-bz
The Drowning Sky (Spooky Ocean Tale Series)
In certain seas, sailors tell of The Drowning Sky, where the horizon vanishes and sea and sky merge into a boundless mirror. It’s an illusion so perfect, ships drift into an eerie stillness, caught…
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October 27, 2024 at 6:56 PM
I tried the starter packs and I'm super excited with so many new researchers, science communicators, art-science people and other creative humans!
My following reads 1.9K now though 😅

I tried but couldn't find much fluid dynamics though. It's only my 2nd day, is there anyone here to gather a crew?
October 26, 2024 at 9:33 PM
In a small village by the sea, tides rise in haunting silence. Locals call it "The Silent Tide," where laminar flows and hidden forces move without a sound, leaving mysteries in their wake. 🌊✨
Discover the science of the sea's quiet magic woven through this 2nd spooky ocean tale! >> wp.me/pfZHWQ-bp
The Silent Tide (Spooky Ocean Tale Series)
In a quiet coastal village, tides creep in without a sound, moving with an unsettling stillness that defies nature. Known as “The Silent Tide,” this phenomenon mystifies locals and visi…
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October 26, 2024 at 4:04 PM
Some say it’s chemistry, others say it's a spirit of the sea. 🌌
Dive into the story of the ghost jellyfish, a haunting glow drifting through the ocean's depths. Is it science… or something more? 👻🌊🦑🧪 #SpookyOceanTale

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The Glow of the Ghost Jellyfish (Spooky Ocean Tale Series)
On moonless nights, sailors whisper of a ghostly glow flickering beneath the waves. Known as the “ghost jellyfish,” this ethereal creature drifts through dark waters, its pale biolumine…
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October 25, 2024 at 8:12 PM
I don't fully get how this works, it looks chaotic and hard.

Here is my last article from today 🧪🦑🌊

For centuries, the ocean has been both muse and mystery, where art, myth, and science collide. It’s a place of swirling currents, unseen forces, and eerie whispers beneath the waves> wp.me/pfZHWQ-b0
Into the Abyss: Art, Culture, and the Mysteries of the Sea
The ocean, a timeless muse, holds mysteries that have inspired artists and scientists alike. Governed by unseen forces, it remains a boundary between the known and unknown. This Halloween, Rogue Cu…
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October 25, 2024 at 4:58 AM