Science

Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk’s recent decision to roll back the FDA’s authorization of mifepristone, the first drug in the standard two-part medication abortion protocol, is an unprecedented judicial act. The ruling directly opposes the scientific judgment of the FDA and demonstrates illogical thinking, ignored context, and unscientific findings. Kacsmaryk uses the language of the anti-abortion movement over scientific terminology, claims that …

The Beauty in Destruction: 30 Most Enthralling Volcanoes When we hear the word ‘volcano,’ the first thing that comes to mind is destruction – hot molten lava pouring down from the mountain, searing whatever is in its path. Indeed, these natural disasters can have dire consequences and leave long-term effects on the environment. However, volcanoes have undeniable beauty that draws …

Eden Prairie High School Junior Named Finalist in International Science Competition Yash Dagade, a junior at Eden Prairie High School, has been announced as one of four finalists in the Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF). His project, titled “WATT from VAWT: Design of a Novel Vertical Airborne Wind Turbine (VAWT) Clean Energy Farm,” earned him a spot in …

Exploring the Final Frontier Space exploration has always been a popular subject. From science fiction to elaborate space missions, there is something about the vast unknown that has managed to captivate the human imagination. But space exploration isn’t just about fulfilling curious minds; it’s also an essential part of human progress. The Merits of Space Exploration A new era of …

Super Science Saturday at Penn State Behrend Penn State Behrend Roche Hall 4205 College Drive Erie PA 16563 Google Map Notes regarding time Reservations start at 11am and go every 1/2 hour until 1pm. Description All 4th, 5th and 6th grade kids are invited to Penn State Behrend’s Science Complex for a day of STEM-themed activities including pipe puzzles, build-a-ship, …

Transform Your Home into a Greener Space with These 5 Simple Energy Efficiency Strategies! Making your home energy-efficient is fun and easy! Living in a cozy, green home doesn’t have to be expensive or difficult. With a bit of creativity and strategy, turning your house into an energy-efficient space is quick and effortless. Not only will it save you money …

Beyond Earth’s Boundaries: 15 Startling Space Discoveries That We Unveiled! The cosmos continue to astonish us with their enigmas and peculiarities. Here are some of the latest revelations that took place in space research. If the vast and magnificent universe leaves you mesmerized and engrossed, you’re not alone – countless astronomers and space physicists around the world spend their lives …

Travel to the Great Beyond: A Joyous Interstellar Flight Flying through space might be considered an impossible dream not too long ago, but today it’s a collective habit, albeit infrequent, among a vast quantity of individuals around the globe. Space exploration and interstellar adventures will always be an exciting pursuit, delivering us closer and closer to a deeper understanding of …

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has warned that the world is not responding strongly enough to the growing climate crisis. However, Simon Sharpe’s Five Times Faster offers hope with a plan for scaling up cuts in global greenhouse gas emissions to reach net zero by 2050 and avoid a rise in global temperature of more than 1.5C. Sharpe …

The Undeniable Effects of Climate Change Climate change is undoubtedly one of the most pressing environmental issues that plague our planet. The change in weather patterns and shifts in climatic conditions make Earth’s critical formations and processes susceptible to massive disruptions. One of the significant challenges we face is the increase in the occurrence and intensity of harmful erosion processes. …