The Magic of Cake Mix
When I was first learning to bake, I always wondered what was so special about ready-made mixes. In my mind,…
How Virtual Reality Makes Science Accessible
Imagine putting on a headset, picking up a 3D-printed lab tool, and suddenly you’re in a virtual chemistry lab- pouring…
Secrets Of The Skin: A Hidden Ecosystem
Every system in our body is connected, and every process in it is affected by all others. When two processes…
Forged in Fire: The Discovery of Bronze
Introduction: Imagine living in a world where your toughest tool could shatter against a rock. For early human communities, stone,…
A Spritz of Sperm Whale
When you think of perfume, what kinds of ingredients come to mind? Some people may think about flowery scents like…
How Science is Reinventing What it Means to “Stay Cool”
Introduction: On a hot July day, what you wear to stay cool matters. There are common remedies to help you…
What’s Making That Smell? The Chemistry Behind Common Scents
The Science of Smell Of the five senses, scientists understand the least about smell. We recognize scents when small airborne…
Daguerreo-what? The Chemistry Behind Early Photography!
Before smartphones and DSLRs were everywhere, photography was a physical, hands-on process. I’ll give you a quick overview of the…