ancient culture
Ancient culture that created tile patterns with significance in architecture and symbolism.
Android
Android, mobile operating system developed by Google, used in many smartphones.
anthocyanin
A compound found in berries and purple vegetables that can help turn off cancer-related genes.
APOE4 gene
A gene associated with increased risk of Alzheimer's disease and cognitive decline.
Apple Creator Studio
Apple's suite of professional creative applications, including Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and Pixelmator Pro.
APRIL
APRIL, a protein that influences B cell activity and immune regulation.
Aquamation
A process of body disposal using water and alkali, an alternative to traditional burial and cremation.
arc-en-ciel
Symbolic rainbow often associated with diversity and LGBTQ+ pride
Arcturian
Arcturian civilization, an ancient intergalactic civilization known for enlightenment.
Asian hornet
Asian hornet, an invasive species of concern in Ireland.
asteroids
Asteroids, rocky objects in space leftover from the early solar system, some of which spin rapidly and are studied for their properties.
Aten
Ancient Egyptian god, disk of the sun, central to Akhenaten's religious reforms.
Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation
The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, a major ocean current system in the Atlantic Ocean.
AUKUS
Australian government defense pact involving the transfer of nuclear submarines.
Aum
The sacred sound and spiritual symbol in Indian religions, representing the ultimate reality.
Auslan
Australian Sign Language, a sign language used by deaf and hard of hearing Australians.
Aussie stocks
Australian stocks, including the Australian Securities Exchange stocks.
Australian legal system
Australian legal system based on common law principles.
autism spectrum
A term describing the range of ways autism can manifest in individuals.
autonomic nervous system
The autonomic nervous system, a part of the nervous system controlling involuntary functions.
autophagy
A process where cells recycle components and regenerate, believed to be beneficial for health.
Baal
A fictional entity, a deity or demon associated with the ritual.
Banshee
Irish mythological creatures and spirits from medieval Irish folklore.
Beauty and the Beast
A classic fairy tale character who is a beautiful woman and a beast.
being
The fundamental principle or essence of existence, often discussed in spiritual contexts.
being alone
The concept of being alone and self-reliance.
belief
A concept referring to the abstract ideas of belief and confidence in oneself.
Believe
A song written in 1991 called 'Believe' performed by the person named David.
Belt and Road Initiative
China's Belt and Road Initiative is a global development strategy involving infrastructure development and investments in nearly 70 countries.
Be not afraid
A phrase from scripture, 'Be not afraid,' used in meditation to evoke reassurance.
Bill C-11
The Canadian Bill C-11, legislation related to online streaming and content regulation.
bisphenol A
A chemical compound used as a plastic additive, known as an endocrine disruptor
black holes
Black holes are regions of space-time from which nothing, not even light, can escape, often associated with intense gravitational fields.
boat emojis
Boat emojis, digital symbols used in messaging.
body awareness
The body awareness technique used in Yoga Nidra to help relax and release tension.
BPA
A chemical used in the lining of cans, known to disrupt hormones and potentially cause health issues.
BPC-157
A peptide used for inflammation and healing, especially after surgery, known as BPC-157.
brain-derived neurotrophic factor
A neurotrophic factor that promotes neuron growth and neuroplasticity, released during intense exercise.
breakdown
A concept describing moments of intense internal change, often associated with crisis or transformation.
Buddhahood
A state of ultimate awakening and enlightenment in Buddhist tradition, characterized by undivided, empty cognizance.
Bwiti
A religious and cultural group in West Africa known for their use of the iboga plant in rituals
calmness
A concept emphasizing calmness as a fundamental state for effective skill development and mental clarity.
can't see the wood for the trees
A British idiom meaning being unable to see the overall situation due to focusing on details.
Capital gains tax
Capital gains tax, a tax on the profit from the sale of assets or investments.
Cartel de los Soles
Venezuelan military officers involved in alleged drug trafficking and designated as terrorists by the US.
cascade
A process where one event causes a series of subsequent events, often uncontrollable.
Catechism
A Catholic catechism, a summary of doctrine and teachings of the Catholic Church.
CDR telemetry
Structural telemetry obtained from cleaning and analyzing files, used to build machine learning models for malware detection.
cellular senescence
Cellular senescence is a biological process where cells stop dividing and can influence aging and disease.
charge
Legal process where a person is formally charged with a crime, leading to a court case.