Get ready for an out-of-this-world trip! Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket is gearing up to launch six people into space this Friday. Among them is Emily Calandrelli, also known as “Space Gal, ” who is thrilled about her upcoming journey. She’s an MIT engineer and a popular science show host known for her work in inspiring young people, especially girls, to dive into ...
Imagine a place where young women can explore the fascinating worlds of DNA, robotics, and coding. This is exactly what happened during the Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) program held at North Idaho College. Organized by the University of Idaho's Colleges of Engineering and Science, the event gave high school girls a chance to get hands-on experience and lea...
Imagine gifting your young ones the power to explore the microscopic world, just like their favorite sci-fi heroes. The PalliPartners compound biological microscope is an excellent choice for students, kids, and enthusiasts alike. With its 4X, 10X, and 40X objective lenses, this research-grade microscope offers high magnification and precision focus adjustment. The d...
Ahmed Muhammad, a 22-year-old Oakland native, has always been passionate about science. Growing up, he noticed that many of his peers didn't share his enthusiasm for the subject. This realization sparked a desire to make science more accessible and fun for young people, especially those from underrepresented communities. Muhammad's vision is to empower the next gener...
In a city filled with concrete and steel, a group of Boston and Cambridge students are learning to tend urban gardens and discover the joy of growing their own food. The CitySprouts Green Team Summer Program is a unique initiative that not only teaches students about science and the natural world but also fosters leadership skills, community engagement, and social-em...
For almost a century, the teaching of evolution in public schools has been a hotbed of controversy. While laws banning its instruction have been struck down, a new wave of legislation is attempting to subtly undermine the role of established scientific theories in the classroom. Instead of outright bans, some states are pushing for laws that encourage the explorati...
In a groundbreaking initiative, James Island schools have integrated captivating elephant comic books into their science curriculum, fostering a dynamic learning environment that transcends traditional textbooks. This innovative approach has significantly enhanced students' comprehension and engagement with scientific concepts, empowering them to delve deeper into th...