Hammerhead Worms: Spectacular Species
In recent years, a peculiar yet fascinating creature has been making its presence known in various parts of the United States. The...
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The Fact and Fiction of Time Travel
Ever since H.G Wells´ The Time Machine, time travel has become a staple in science fiction media. From educational stories like The Magic...
Colugos: Mysterious Gliders of Southeast Asia
Dusk is falling on the forests of Southeast Asia. The calls of insects fill the humid air. Daytime creatures are settling down for the...
The Science of Breakfast
Some might say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but why? Eating a proper breakfast each morning is the key to...
Interview with Biologist, Dr. Elizabeth Hobson Part 2
Part 1 can be found here Two of the monk parakeets allopreening each other. This is an example of the many social interactions Dr. Hobson...
Interview with Biologist, Dr. Elizabeth Hobson Part 1
I recently had the opportunity to interview Dr. Elizabeth Hobson, a biology professor at the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Hobson and her...
Dr. Jane Goodall, Primatologist and Conservationist
Dr. Jane Goodall is a primatologist (a scientist who studies primates) and conservationist known for her study of chimpanzees in the...
Interview with Biology Teacher, Cari Chris
This past month, I had the pleasure of interviewing Cari Christopherson Kaylor (known as Mrs. Chris to her students), a high school...
Medicine in Ancient Greece
During the Classical Age of Greece, which lasted from 500 to 336 BC, many fundamentals of medicine were established. Such as numerous...
Dolly The Genetically Engineered Sheep
Every day scientists work towards new discoveries. The world and technology are vast and constantly changing, meaning scientists must...
The Science Behind Dragons
Lawson, C. (2015). Fire-breathing Dragon . Deviant Art. https://www.deviantart.com/corex13/art/Fire-breathing-Dragon-563669282 Dragons...
Sequencing the Human Genome
Altmann, G. (n.d.) DNA molecules [Digital Art]. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/images/id-3539309/ On April 14, 2003, the Human Genome...
Roller Coaster Engineer: Unconventional Science Careers
The world of science is full of many possibilities and opportunities. Many dreams of becoming a medical doctor, nurse, vet, or even a...
The Science of Iron Man's Arc Reactor
Tony Stark, AKA Iron Man, is a popular Marvel superhero who uses a suit powered by a mini arc reactor attached to his chest. The little...
All About Nudibranchs: the Colorful Slug of the Tropics
Among the bright corals and flashy fish of the earth’s coral reefs live a colorful group of sea slugs called nudibranchs. The name...
A Visit to the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute
Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (2013). Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute [Photograph]. Flickr....
History of Fireworks
Fireworks are a familiar sight to most people in the modern day. They’re used to celebrate many holidays around the world from the Fourth...
The Science Behind Brushing Your Teeth
Hopefully, at some point in your life, you’ve been urged to take care of your dental hygiene, by brushing your teeth. But what exactly...
Yeti Crabs: Spectacular Species
Yeti crabs, under the genus, Kiwa (Family Kiwaidae), are a species of deep-sea crustacean that was initially found near the...
Ancient Greek Astronomical Computer
The Antikythera mechanism was an ancient Greek astronomical device created between 205 and 60 BCE. It is considered the first known...
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