Have you ever dreamed of being an astronaut? Soaring high above Earth with stars in reach; floating, weightless, exploring the infinite unknown of our universe. For many of us aspiring scientists, travelling in space was one of our wildest childhood ambitions. Little did we know, living in the microgravity of space is akin to living Read the full article…
One of the most important social issues we are bombarded with daily is climate change. But why should we care? Why shouldn’t we burn more fossil fuels, use more plastic, and drive longer distances? Don’t all of these things improve our quality of life? While the impacts of climate change may not be perceived to Read the full article…
While science and mathematics are two distinct areas of study, their applications often collide. In this era of computers and technology, the use of mathematical analysis and simulation to solve scientific problems is becoming increasingly more prevalent. While some scientific problems can be solved analytically using simple equations, others require significantly more complex operations (Wittwer, Read the full article…
Among scientists worldwide, there is generally one common fault: lack of appreciation for the history of science. While it is common for scientists to believe that examining the past may stunt the progression of the future, this ideal is blatantly incorrect (Creath, 2010). Similar to how geologists use the concept of uniformitarianism to relate the Read the full article…
Feeling anxious about your upcoming exam? Stressed about all the assignments you have yet to complete? Chances are that all of us have experienced the feeling of anxiety at some point in our lives. Anxiety is known to be accompanied by excessive fear and extreme worry, both of which interfere with one’s daily life, causing Read the full article…