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May 20, 2022

International Day for Biological Diversity
Celebrated on May 22, the International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) was established by the Second Committee of the UN General Assembly in late 1993 to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues.
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May 13, 2022

Bertrand Russell’s Birthday and the Barber Paradox: A Brief Exploration into Analytical Philosophy
This week, we’re stepping away from the physical sciences to where mathematics and philosophy intersect to celebrate the life of Bertrand Russell.
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May 6, 2022

May the Fourth Be with You! Learn the Science behind the Lightsaber—and See One in Real Life!
How does lightsaber technology work according to the movies? Are there real-life lightsabers? Could there be? Read on to learn more about one of Star Wars’ most famous props.
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April 29, 2022

5 Asian American and Pacific Islander Contributors to STEM Fields
We’re calling out five scientists of AAPI descent who have played or are playing an important role in shaping the future of the scientific community and beyond.
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April 22, 2022

Today Is Earth Day! Learn More and Help Our Planet Heal—Not Just Today but Every Day—with These Activities and Resources
Today marks the fifty-second anniversary of the very first Earth Day celebration. Read on to learn about history of the impactful beginning of this holiday and ways to do what you can to help our environment.
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April 15, 2022

The 4 Best Spring Experiments for at-Home Scientists
Make the most of your kids’ spring break by inviting your young scientists to join in on the following at-home spring science activities.
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April 8, 2022

Why Are Humans Obsessed with Robots? Find Out—It's RoboWeek!
This week is National Robotics Week, or RoboWeek—learn more about the importance of robotics!
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April 1, 2022

Engage in Citizen Science and Help Our Planet—Here’s How!
Read on to learn more about citizen science and what you can do to support the efforts of those directly working to stymie and reverse climate change.
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March 25, 2022

The Vernal Equinox: Learn More and See It for Yourself at Home!
This week, we’re delving into the vernal equinox, during which the sun’s rays strike the planet exactly perpendicular to the Earth’s surface at the equator. But does "equinox" really mean there's equal day and night?
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