Climate change is one thing, but severe weather events are becoming more frequent. Sometimes, these events can be natural disasters like floods or hurricanes, but they can also be more human caused, like earthquakes or tornadoes. While these events have affected the lives of millions of people, not everyone has been affected by them. For […]
Cognitive science is easily one of the fascinating fields in today’s society, with countless applications of it across not only education but other fields. To study the field, students are taught the scientific method, logical reasoning, the scientific method, and other analytical thinking skills. These same skills are now being applied to the field of […]
Technology has revolutionized the way we live and work. It has provided us with streamlined ways of accomplishing what used to be difficult. It allows us to connect to the world instantly, and I believe technology has really helped to enhance the learning experience. However, technology does not just move at the speed of light; […]
Citizen science is a relatively new term for an old idea. It refers to any initiative in which individuals participate to help research or study a specific topic. Unlike the traditional idea of “amateur science,” citizen science is known for its inclusion of the public. The citizen science movement has expanded to include an incredible […]
Plastic continues to be a pervasive and often invisible presence in our lives. From cheap water bottles to bags for shopping, plastic is everywhere. Plastic production has increased by 38% since 1970, with 8.3 million tonnes being consumed in 2016, making it the largest industrial chemical input and the second-most used natural resource after water. […]
It is hard to believe that a hundred years ago, we couldn’t even talk to each other over long distances. Today, we can send text messages, video chat, and do so much more. Technology has made the world a much smaller place and, in many ways, has improved our lives. But with this sudden surge […]
Throughout the course of history, there have been numerous instances of great leaders and prominent figures making grand, game-changing decisions. But what happens when these decisions later turn out to have been ill-advised or seriously flawed? Surely, hindsight is 20/20, but why do people continue to make the same mistakes over and over? Cognitive science, […]
The march of science continues. It never stops. Some scientists focus on gathering evidence that proves their theories, while others scrutinize scientific research and point out flaws. But how does science change lives? How can we use it to improve our world? One thing that really excites us about Science is how the advancement in […]
Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) are the hot topics in education, business, and careers today. It is even the focus of some of today’s top politicians. But how are science and math changing our world, and what can you do about it? The fields of science and technology are evolving and advancing at lightning […]
Science is all around us and is used in just about every aspect of life. From driving a car to making dinner to measuring the pH of the water we drink. Science is everywhere. But becoming a scientist requires more than just an interest. To get to where scientists work, they have to go through […]
