Computers have made it a long way since the invention of Colossus, which was the computer built by British scientists to crack the Enigma code. Back then, computers would fill entire rooms and require a team of engineers to run. Now, less than a century later, they’re compact enough to fit inside of a pocket. […]
Archives for March 2022
Brain Awareness Week
The human brain – it’s the only organ that named itself! It’s what makes each of us who we are, and the machine that helps us make sense of the world. It goes without saying that humans should always be taking care of their brains, and that’s why people all around the world take one […]
Sensor Imaging
Image credit Detecting objects underground using imaging and sensor technology has always presented a challenge to those seeking to look below the Earth’s surface. Many times, while digging underground, one must rely on poorly-kept records to search for subsurface objects rather than accurate detection technology. However, a recent experiment conducted by British scientists may be […]
Geomagnetic Storm Destroys SpaceX Satellites
In early February, an aerospace company going by the name “SpaceX” managed to launch 49 satellites into space. The satellites were part of a program called “Starlink”. The initial purpose of this program was to provide fast internet service for customers no matter where they were considering the satellites could provide it using their location. […]
International Women’s Day
Image credit “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow.” This is this year’s theme for the United Nations’ observance of International Women’s Day on March 8th. The United Nations first recognized March 8th as International Women’s Day in 1975. They began having annual themes for the day in 1996. This year’s theme stems from how […]
March: Literacy Month
I hope that everyone wished Dr. Seuss a happy birthday on March 2nd! In honor of the legendary children’s author, the National Education Association assigned March 2nd to be “Read Across America” Day. This special day kicks off Literacy Month which encourages Americans to read every day of March! Image credit Why Is Literacy Month […]
