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, you couldn’t even talk to each other over long distances. Today, you 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 […]
Calling all zoologists: it’s time to get your resume polished and your applications in order. There are loads of opportunities within educational institutions for zoologists, and one of the best is zoos, aquariums, and botanical gardens across the world. Now, you won’t be herding cats all day, but you can work behind the scenes educating […]
While space travel today is best known for taking astronauts into the solar system, early pioneers travelled into deep space. These men and women contributed to space exploration in significant ways but led to more tragic accidents than successes. Luckily, space exploration has come a long way since those first pioneers. Today, space travel has […]
Technology has made our world more connected. Smartphones, computers, and other high-tech devices connect us to people, places, and things. These technology tools also help us learn, work, and connect with others around the world. These tools can give us unprecedented access, and access allows us to achieve great things. However, these connections can also […]
