Eight Ways to Reduce Waste
Image source Did you know that the average US citizen produces 4.5 pounds of waste per day? That’s 1642.5 pounds of waste going to landfills every single year. It’s important to reduce the amount of waste we produce because landfills take up lots of la …
Record High Temperatures in Antarctica
On March 18, 2022, the Concordia research base at Dome C of Antarctica, one of the coldest places in the world, reported that temperatures had reached a shocking 11.3 degrees Fahrenheit, or -11.5 degrees Celsius. The research station is 9,800 feet abov …
6 Influential Women in Chemistry
Over the course of history, many women have made meaningful and inspiring contributions to the field of science. Here are 6 women throughout history who made significant contributions to chemistry. Rachel Holloway Lloyd Born in 1839, Rachel Hollo …
Climate Change: Already Worse Than Expected
Climate change is having great impacts on natural systems around the world, worse than experts originally anticipated. Effects of droughts, heat waves, and rises in sea level are occurring at lower temperatures, so it is critical to take action towards …
Easter Science Experiments
Easter is approaching! The holiday associated with chicks, bunnies, and bright colored eggs is coming on April 17th this year. Children all around the world can enjoy the day by taking part in these simple Easter inspired STEM activities. Egg I …
Future of Computing
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 centur …
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 peopl …
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 fo …
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 custome …
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. …
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 enc …
The World’s Methane Ultra-Emitters
Using satellites, a group of scientists from France and the United States has successfully identified a number of methane “ultra-emitters” which produce approximately 8-12% of the methane leaking into the Earth’s atmosphere. According to scientist Tom …
The Importance of Music in Education
Overtime we have witnessed the elaboration and connection that links music and intelligence. Certain studies, typically conducted by universities, show the science that supports the fact that students who incorporate music into their education tend to …
Black History Month
African Americans are extremely underrepresented in STEM careers. Jobs in STEM have increased by 79% since 1990, yet African Americans only make up 9% of the U.S. STEM workforce today. So, here are a few inspiring black inventors and innovators in STEM …
STEM News – Genetic Testing for Hereditary Cancers
Since the first widely used cancer screening test was developed in 1923, technology has transformed for many groundbreaking discoveries in cancer testing (American Cancer Society). One of these was the development of genetic testing for hereditary can …
Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day
February 24th is national Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day! It’s an entire day dedicated to inspiring young women to pursue a future in engineering. The number of girls entering engineering fields has increased over the years, but in 2019, only 15 p …
Pluto Day
Do you know what special day February 18th is? It’s Pluto Day! This national holiday celebrates the discovery of the legendary dwarf planet, Pluto. Pluto’s Discovery Pluto was officially discovered on February 18th, 1930, by Clyde Tombaugh, an American …
Cutting Down Waste In The Classroom!
Have you ever sat back to think about how much waste occurs within your class? A Union of Professionals found that 4.7 pounds of waste is generated every single day, with a majority of that waste coming from schools. Check out these tips to help minimi …
Ultimate College-Preparedness Checklist!
College might seem light years away when you enter your first year of high school, but it is closer than you may think. Those four years will fly by and soon you will have to make a decision on which path to take in your senior year. The earlier you st …
How Artistic Creativity Can Be Used in STEM!
The arts are something that is becoming more accepted within the STEM Community, so much so that some organizations may refer to it as STEAM. As explained best by EDUTopia, STEM isn’t supposed to lock students into one category, it’s intended to blend …
Why Does Diversity Matter in STEM? (Because it Does!)
From a young age, people craft a perception of where they fit into the world. Frequently, when people don’t see themselves in STEM workers or educators, they tend to gain a sense of rejection and lose their initial passion and interest. But why does th …
Brain Boost
About one in five U.S. adults have a mental illness according to the National Institute of Mental Health. This data, taken in 2019, translates to about 51.5 million U.S. adults that live with a mental illness. One university studies a method that displ …
STEM in Film
STEM is involved in so many aspects of our daily lives. In fact, it’s even present in the movies we watch! In this blog, I’ll be going over three films that offer a new perspective on what in STEM can achieve with their passion. These films are great t …
How Technology Has Impacted The Past Century!
When you think about technology, what is the first thing you think of? That may be a tough question! When I think about technology, so many things come to mind! Reflecting on the past century, technology has really changed the way we exist and interact …
