Inventor of the Year 2021 of Los Angeles. John Ruter and the development and...
John Ruter from Los Angeles is a famous inventor and gardener. He specializes in breeding decorative plants. Many of these specimens can be seen...
A unique ally in battling California’s wildfires. Beavers lend a hand
It's hard to imagine how many advantages these furry creatures can bring. Their dams are instrumental in forming moisture-rich areas that help slow down...
Frieda Rapoport Caplan and her kiwi venture: a success story
Imagine the astonishment of Californians when Frieda first brought in Chinese gooseberries, now known as kiwis, back in 1962. Many thought she was insane,...
The story of Los Angeles: How did gas contribute to illuminating the city?
The city dwellers could extend the workday for a bit longer thanks to gas lighting. However, this opportunity was not accessible to all due...
California’s remarkable harvest in 1992
The year 1992 is notable for its record-setting crop yields. At that time, California was an oasis of agricultural prosperity in the United States,...
How the Japanese Roll Became the California Roll
It’s hard to find someone who hasn’t heard of the California roll. For many Americans, this roll was their very first introduction to sushi....
Lisa-ann Gershwin: Introducing the World to the Mysteries of Jellyfish
Lisa-ann Gershwin is an American-Australian biologist specializing in the study of jellyfish. Her research has transformed the global scientific understanding of these creatures. She...
James William Valentine: The Man Who Opened a New Dimension in Evolution
He was one of the 20th century's most distinguished paleontologists, completely reshaping our understanding of how complex life evolved on Earth. The scientist merged...
The Woman Who Unlocked the Secrets of the Ocean Floor: Tanya Atwater
Tanya Atwater holds a unique place among the scientists who fundamentally changed our understanding of the Earth. She was one of the first women...
Hugo Benioff: The Man Who Taught the Earth to Speak
When the Earth trembles, instruments in laboratories around the world spring to life—instruments created by a man who taught us to hear the planet's...