Ryan Zhao, a 17-year-old from Basking Ridge, is making waves in the science world. He's one of 30 global semi-finalists in the Breakthrough Junior Challenge. This contest rewards students who create videos explaining complex science ideas. Ryan's video is about Noether's Theorem. This theorem expla
Science thrives when young minds are given the chance to explore and innovate. Think about the impact of young scientists like Larry Page and Sergey Brin, who founded Google while still in graduate school, or Kizzmekia Corbett, who led the team that developed the COVID-19 vaccine. These success stor
NASA's Science Mission Directorate (SMD) has launched the Bridge Program to tackle a big issue: under-represented minorities in STEM fields. This initiative aims to offer financial aid and programmatic support to boost diversity and inclusion. But how well is it working? A workshop was held to gath
For 25 years, the Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Achievement (MESA) program at College of the Canyons has been a game-changer for students aiming to excel in STEM fields. This program is all about giving a helping hand to students who face educational and financial hurdles, providing them with t
A young mind from New York City has shown that paper folding is not just a hobby; it's a gateway to innovation. At just 14 years old, Miles Wu has made waves by demonstrating that a carefully folded sheet of paper can support an astonishing amount of weight. His project, which involved testing vario
Virginia is making waves in STEM education, and other states should take notice. Recent data shows that Virginia's high schools are excelling in both math and science. In fact, the state's average science proficiency is 59%, which is way above the national average of 43%. Math proficiency is even mo
A group of students from College of the Canyons took science to new heights. They sent a balloon way up into the sky. This wasn't just any balloon. It had special tools to collect tiny living things from the stratosphere. That's a part of the sky where not many study life. The students worked toget
In Austin, Minnesota, a big push is happening to boost science education. The Hormel Institute is leading the charge, asking for a hefty $5 million from the state to expand its Minnesota Bioimaging Center (MiBC). This isn't just about building new spaces; it's about creating opportunities for studen
Rania Haque, a high school student from Manalapan, has just launched her first novel, "Breaking the Curve. " This book is not your typical story. It mixes science and creativity in a way that might surprise you. Rania is a student at one of New Jersey's top magnet schools. She has always loved writ
Salish Kootenai College has secured a significant grant to enhance its STEM programs. This funding is a big deal because it supports education in science, technology, engineering, and math for Native American students. The college is located on the Flathead Indian Reservation in Montana. This is a p
