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Every fall and winter, influenza or “flu” season comes around. During this time, it’s important to get a flu shot in order to protect yourself and others. But a lot of people don’t get their flu shot every year, and this can be because of some common myths about the flu vaccine. We will cover 5 common myths about the flu shot, and why they aren’t true!
Read MoreDid you know there is DNA in everything that grows, including your food?
Read MoreSimple questions don’t always have the most straightforward of answers. In this article we’ll break down some information, in small parts, to help you fully understand why the sky is blue.
Read MoreThis isn’t a story of sudden findings, accidental discovery, or even the product of a single research proposal. This story shows the relentless perseverance of many scientists across the globe, working together at international conferences and using the published literature to solve a puzzle together.
Read MoreIf you’re in a math class and hear the word “pi”, your teacher probably isn’t talking about that delicious dessert. Instead, they are likely talking about a number called pi.
Read MoreWhen we decide on an action or motion that we want to perform, our brain sends a signal to our muscles and tells them to pull our bones in a certain direction so that we can do that movement.
Read MoreIf it sounds too good to be true– it is. Many of these over-the-counter “brain boosters” may not boost your brain at all, despite their promises to improve memory, focus, and energy.
Read MoreAnimals have some crazy ways that they blend into their environment. Some look like plants, and others can even change colors! Let’s learn about all the techniques that keep animals hidden!
Read MoreHave you ever wondered if human behavior or disease is determined by environment or genetics? While the debate of nature vs. nurture is still taught to this day, epigenetics is a growing field that suggests both are equally important.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered about how your body just seems to know when to go to sleep, when to eat, and when to wake up? It’s because of your circadian rhythm!
Read MoreWhen it comes to supporting science research and science education, a term that you might hear often is “advocacy”. But what is advocacy?
Read MoreIn honor of Halloween, let’s learn about some spooky topics from medical history. Do you know how a disease inspired fashion trends? Or why bird-beaked plague masks were used?
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