On March 14th the world celebrates the mathematical constant π. Pi Day is observed on this day since 3, 1, and 4 are the first three significant digits of π. Continue Reading
The Science of Champagne Bubbles: The Pop Is Just the Start!
It’s almost a new year and many of you will probably be popping some sparkling wine (or Champagne) and toasting it to friends and family. But before the clock strikes Continue Reading
Artificial Snow – The History, The Science, and DIY Tips
One of the greatest holiday movies, “It’s a Wonderful Life” brought more to the world than just an excellent performance by Jimmy Stewart. It introduced Hollywood to a new type Continue Reading
Thanksgiving Science – 5 Fun and Easy Activities to Do This Holiday
It’s been said many times, but this year’s Thanksgiving is definitely going to be different from past years. So we wanted to bring a little bit of cheer to your Continue Reading
Wild Polio Eradicated in Africa Declared By World Health Organization
There is some good news in 2020! The World Health Organization (WHO) announced August 25th that Africa is free from wild polio, which leaves just two countries left where the Continue Reading
Possible Salmonella Risk – Recall of Onions Across the U.S.
The FDA announced August 1st, 2020 that the Thomas International Inc. is recalling all of its onions, regardless of color, from all 50 states in the U.S. due to a Continue Reading
Could This Vaccine Be the Answer to Reducing Alzheimer’s Risk?
Throughout history, inventions and research intended for one use, ends up being a discovery of a lifetime. Penicillin, pacemakers, and x-rays are just a few of our history’s accidental life-saving Continue Reading
Masks in the Time of COVID-19: The Science Behind Wearing One
In the time of COVID-19, most cities, towns, and organizations around the world are not only recommending citizens to wear masks, but are requiring it. For some this has sparked Continue Reading
Vitamin D and COVID-19: Does Lack of Vitamin Connect to Virus Severity?
Guest Author: Dr. Helen Whitby, Technical Specialist Recent studies have started showing that in countries where natural sunlight is lower, there is an increase in vitamin D deficiencies. This makes Continue Reading
Will Remdesivir Be the Hope to Help Treat COVID-19?
Guest Author – Grace Guo, Technical Specialist Remdesivir, a nucleoside analog investigation antiviral drug developed by Gilead Sciences, is being studied in several clinical trials as an experimental treatment for Continue Reading