Nano Is The New Black
Though paper-thin, a new nano-material is blacker than black. It is, in fact, 30 times darker than government-issue black, absorbing over 99.9% of all light that comes its way. Apparently the effect can be dizzying to the onlooker; probably because, although the scientists have yet to admit it, it also absorbs neural energy, transferring it to other dimensions where previously unidentified lifeforms eat your positive thoughts.
The new black is darker and more soul-sucking than previously existing shades by several standard deviations. (This image adapted from The Washington Post.)
Christian said,
February 21, 2008 @ 5:24 pm
Horray, a new post! I heard this story on NPR and thought of you … glad you’re on it
It kind of reminds me of the Big Evil or whatever it was in The Fifth Element …
monkey said,
February 21, 2008 @ 5:48 pm
Yes, there is something appealing about staring into utter nothingness. I wouldn’t mind looking at it myself if I had the opportunity. That reminds me that I read something earlier about the smell of space — apparently it’s a bit sweet and metallic.