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Mas Subramanian looks at his new discovery, a new pigment of blue called YInMn. Image courtesy of Oregon State University.
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Mas Subramanian Set out to Make a Semiconductor and Ended Up with a New Blue Pigment

The global pigments market is expected to reach revenues of $34.2 billion by 2020. Who knew? We follow one Oregon researcher who set out to invent a new kind of semiconductor and ended up with a blue pigment, which could be far more valuable.

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What's in a company name when the F-word is in it?
Risk-Taking

Weighing the Risk: What’s in a Name?

Welcome to our new column that explores the one element that almost every career decision is affected by—Risk with a capital “R.” In this second installment, Good F***ing Design Advice co-founder Brian Buirge reflects on that time he decided to put the F-word in the company name and what it means today.

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99U's best entrepreneur idea of 2018, represented by a series of circles that represent new interpretations.
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From Creative Bridges to Copyright Cash Cows: 99U’s 10 Best Entrepreneurial Ideas

Entrepreneurial thinking was in the air this year, from bridging creativity and capital to scaling side hustles. We rounded up the best advice from 99U thinkers who have been there, won it all, failed big, and kept on coming back for more. 

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While in Antarctica, Helen Glazer photographed the massive glaciers.
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Working Remotely from Antarctica to Albania

What it’s like to live and design in out-of-the-way locales.

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Mona Chalabi is all smiles in her 99U profile shoot.
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Mona Chalabi on Statistical Stand-up, Play-Doh, and the Secret Language of Colors

The prolific illustrator and data editor tells stories in colorful visuals that aim to make journalism more accessible to everyone.

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What Creatives Need to Know About Working with a Recruiter

Talent agents aren't just for pro athletes and movie stars these days. Here's the inside scoop on how finding the right talent partner can supercharge your next career move.

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Wayfinding welcome signage greets visitors at the Washington State Convention Center.
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What You Need to Know About Designing for the Public Sector  

If you're looking to expand your business footprint or impact, look beyond private sector clients. In every community, public sector projects need imagination and creative strategic thinking to bring them to fruition.

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The Jacky Winter Gardens house is the perfect countryside creative escape.
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The Cabin in the Australian Forest That Provides a Creative Jolt

There’s a strange itch that haunts creatives: the idea that somewhere, beyond the boundaries of the city or town where we live, beyond the edge of our daily commitments, there’s a place we can go where our best work is waiting to greet us at the door. Sound like a fantasy? Welcome to Jacky Winter Gardens.

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Decision-Making

Design Debate: Is It Important That a Designer Agrees with Their Client’s Morals?

Three designers tackle the question.

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