My machine learns better than me
Have you ever used Siri to check the weather for the week, for your trip to the beach, or to check if that cough you have this morning means you’re […]
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A CURE for the Growing Demand of STEM Undergraduate Research Opportunities
Many scientists agree that their love for scientific research began with their undergraduate research experiences. To fulfill the need for 1 million more STEM majors by 2020, university STEM programs […]
Frosty the Microbe
‘Tis the season for stories of wintery magic. From Elsa and Frozone to their mythical grandfather, Jack Frost, there’s no cooler gift than the power to let it snow at […]
Science Behind a Paywall
Science Behind a Paywall Science – Aiming to solve the world’s problems and share its knowledge with you, all for the low price of $39.95, per journal article that is. […]
Algal Nutraceuticals: When Seaweed takes the lead!
Algae happen to be one of the most important organisms on our planet, producing about 70-80% of the oxygen we breathe. They are mostly aquatic photosynthetic organisms which grow in […]
Thermophiles: Hot Microbes on the Biofuel Frontier
If you’ve ever been lucky enough to visit Yellowstone National Park (or looked at pictures), then you have probably seen the colorful, steaming mats that surround many of the park’s […]
As American as Pumpkin Pie
Thanksgiving: an American holiday uniquely focused on food and family. Not grounded in religion, nor patriotic beliefs, it’s distinctly American in the best way. And yet, on this lovely day, […]
This is What a Scientist Looks Like: Transgender
When you think of a scientist, who do you imagine? If you’ve been following my #ThisIsWhatAScientistLooksLike series, perhaps you picture a #STEMinist. Right on! But have you considered the multifaceted […]
Push and Pull: a Greener Way
Modernization and significant advancements in agricultural practices have led to the increased application of pesticides for enhancing crop yields. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, pesticides are chemicals meant to […]
The Magic Of Curries: A Spicy Science
Have your lunch breaks gotten boring? How about an enticing curry to spice up your taste buds? Curries like korma, rogan josh, jalfrezi and tikka masala are more than just […]
