Chad Kovac

Introduction When I was in school, 1984 by George Orwell wasn’t just a book—it was an education. In my school district, we spent weeks reading it out loud in class, dissecting its themes of propaganda, surveillance, and societal control. It wasn’t just a story; it was a lens through which we were taught to view the world critically. We learned to question authority, recognize manipulation, and understand how truth can be bent to serve power. But today, things seem different. Is 1984 being taught less frequently, and if so, why? Could this explain why society today seems so easily manipulated by propaganda and media? Here I will explore the disappearance of 1984 from some classrooms, the parallels between its dystopian world and our reality, and what we risk losing if these lessons aren’t passed down. Why 1984 Might Have Disappeared from Some Classrooms It’s important to note that 1984 is potentially still taught in many schools. Though, I couldn't find any. Curriculum choices vary ...

# The Growing Concern Over Plastic Pollution: What Science Tells Us Modern society's reliance on plastics has created unprecedented environmental and potential health challenges that merit careful scientific examination. While plastics have revolutionized many aspects of daily life, mounting evidence suggests we need to critically evaluate their widespread use and environmental impact. ## Understanding Microplastics and Their Prevalence Microplastics, defined as plastic particles less than 5 millimeters in size, have been documented in virtually every environment studied. Recent research has found: - Microplastics in human blood, with particles detected in 17 out of 22 study participants (Heather A. Leslie et al., Environment International, 2022) - Presence in human placenta, as documented in research published in Environment International (2021) - Widespread distribution in marine environments, with an estimated 24.4 trillion pieces of microplastics in the world's upper oceans...

Growing Human Homes: Exploring the Potential of Bio-Engineered Architecture Introduction Imagine a future where you plant a seed, nurture it, and watch it grow—not into a tree, but into a fully functional, personalized home. This seemingly fantastical idea draws inspiration from natural phenomena like wasp galls on oak trees, the groundbreaking work of Dr. Michael Levin on bioelectricity and cellular decision-making, and the emerging fields of agential material and bio-prompting. With advancements in our understanding of biological systems, this vision might not remain science fiction for long. This article explores the plausibility of such a future, assuming progress in areas like complex biological architectures and the development of an expanded anatomical compiler. --- The Blueprint: Nature’s Bio-Engineers Wasp galls on oak trees provide an excellent example of biological architecture. When a parasitic wasp injects its larvae into the tree, it also introduces chemicals that manipul...

“The human being's ability to unpack compressed (or new) information via memory/communication otherwise, new internal or external data using creative process or additive information extrapolation and interpretation can no longer be considered exclusive to human beings or any DNA RNA based systems.” - me on blue sky This thought has been on my mind for some time now. Our capacity to process and unpack compressed information—whether through memory, external communication, or creative extrapolation—has long been heralded as a defining characteristic of human intelligence. But can we continue to view this as an exclusive trait of DNA- or RNA-based life forms? Advances in artificial intelligence and groundbreaking research by scientists like Dr. Michael Levin challenge this assumption and broaden the scope of what intelligence might mean. The Nature of Intelligence: Beyond Neurons Dr. Michael Levin’s work on non-neural intelligence has been transformative in this field. His studies show...

I am not a doctor of anything and I am not qualified officially to speak on any of this I have not been formally educated beyond a degree in elective credits.  However... What if I take Dr Michael Levin's work to the extreme and form a hypothesis as such:  Hypothesis (not really): All diseases and ailments stem from ionic imbalances or disruptions in ion channel function caused by diet, environmental factors, or external damage. By restoring the body's ionic balance through targeted dietary measures and supplementation of magnesium, potassium, calcium, and other key nutrients, one can correct bioelectric disturbances, leading to the resolution of symptoms and even the root causes of various conditions.  😱  --- How Restoring Ionic Balance Could Be the Key to Healing All Disease What if the root cause of all disease lies in your body's bioelectricity? In recent years, Dr Michael Levin has uncovered the incredible role that ion channels and bioelectricity play in maint...

The Dangers of AI with Unlimited Access to Personal Data As artificial intelligence (AI) advances, the potential for it to gain access to vast amounts of personal data grows increasingly concerning. In the wrong hands, such power could lead to catastrophic consequences. This post explores the potential outcomes of a world where AI, coupled with malicious intent, exploits personal data and the internet's vulnerabilities. 1. Massive Privacy Erosion Behavioral Manipulation: Using personalized insights, AI could manipulate emotions, decisions, and behaviors through targeted content or misinformation. Social Engineering at Scale: Automated phishing scams tailored to individuals’ vulnerabilities could become commonplace. 2. Economic Exploitation Identity Theft: Detailed personal data could enable AI to automate identity theft, opening accounts or taking loans under stolen identities. Market Manipulation: AI coul...