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Dr. Jeffrey S. Flier, Harvard University Distinguished Service Professor, recently linked to an article by Dr. Vinay Prasad, a known spreader of anti-vaccine misinformation. In this article, Dr. Prasad claimed that COVID is not truly dangerous for children and that encouraging the COVID vaccine will decrease uptake in other vaccines such as MMR and polio. Dr. Flier’s tweet was seen …

10 Ways to Power the Future in a Clean and Green Manner Energy is the backbone of modern society, powering industry, transport, and communication – but it doesn’t have to come at an environmental cost. Although we have relied primarily on fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas, we have many alternative energy sources to choose from. Here are our …

The Green Revolution: Top 10 Innovations in Environmental Science Environmental science has been focused on finding sustainable green alternatives for the well-being of our planet. Research and innovation have led to numerous eco-friendly practices that can help us protect the earth. Here are some of the ground-breaking innovations that have been hailed as environmental revolutions. Floating Offshore Wind Farms Wind …

Best Ways to Adapt to Hot Climate and Enjoy the Sun Summer is one of the best time of the year, it gives us longer days, shorter nights, and perfect weather to enjoy outdoor activities. While basking in the sun is fun, it’s crucial to stay healthy and safe during the hot weather. Extreme heat can surely take a toll …

Fascinating Discoveries beyond the Solar System Belt The discovery of asteroids beyond the solar system belt is an extraordinary achievement in astronomy. According to the planetary science, moons and planet-sized objects – referred to as planets, have existed in the solar system belt hence study of small celestial bodies was considered irrelevant. However, recent discoveries show that asteroids beyond the …

Asteroids: The Hidden Danger in Our Solar System Have you ever wondered if a meteoroid or asteroid could hit the Earth and make everything go astray? Well, it’s a possibility. Though most asteroids are found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, there are quite a few close to our planet, and some of them are alarmingly big. In …

245 High School Students to Compete in National Junior Science and Humanities Symposium A total of 245 high school students from all over the country will be heading to Virginia Beach for the 61st National Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS). Scheduled to take place from April 12 to 15 at the Founders Inn, the JSHS is the leading platform …

Sioux City Career Academy’s Fire Science Program Gets a Visit from Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg Students enrolled in the Sioux City Career Academy’s Fire Science program had the privilege of hosting Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg on Thursday. The purpose of the visit was to witness and evaluate how much the students have learned in the program. The Fire Science program …

The Wonders of Marine Life: A Comprehensive Guide The Aquatic Ecosystem The vast deep blue sea covers over 70% of the earth’s surface, and in this massive space is a thriving ecosystem. The biodiversity here is immense, ranging from krill to the world’s largest animal, a blue whale. The wealth of the marine world astounds the human mind with its …

10 Simple and Fun Ways to Help Save the Planet As global warming becomes increasingly concerning, new efforts to protect mother nature have become more and more urgent. While making a difference may seem daunting or unpleasant, taking some small easy steps, really can make a difference. So, let’s explore it, “10 simple and fun ways to help save the …