Happy Holidays in Space
In space, astronauts celebrate holidays with crafts and music bringing festive cheer to their missions in microgravity.
Data Logging with Raspberry Pi Pico
Learn data logging using Rasberry Pi Pico, a super cool gadget that's great for tracking all kinds of information.
December 2023 news wire
Interesting stories about computer science, software programming, and technology for December 2023.
Preparing for a Scientific Ocean Adventure
Our writer, Erin Winnick Anthony will join Expedition 401 on the JOIDES Resolution, drilling cores in the Mediterranean for insights into Earth's past, gearing up for a two-month journey at sea.
Punched Card Programming
In the past, coding was like creating a puzzle with tiny cards, and even a small mistake could be really tough to fix. But now, fixing errors in programming is much simpler!
Minecraft Makeover
These mods can give your Minecraft a full magic makeover, making the water prettier and the sky more colorful!
AI Assists in Cancer Detection
AI is making big waves in medicine, especially in cancer detection and treatment, helping doctors find cancer earlier.
Dike Management in the Low Lands
In the Netherlands, where it's super flat and can flood easily, scientists use cool tools like drones and supercomputers to watch out for problems and keep the land safe from the water.
Kite Satellites Collect Data in the Wind
At UC Berkeley, students built kite-like gadgets with sensors to learn about satellites hands-on, exploring data collection and how computer languages impact satellite efficiency.
Geeking Out with PureData Music
Learn to make music on your computer using a cool electronic music program called PureData. Follow easy steps to create your own sounds and play around with music!
Turtle Shells Store Scientific Data
Turtle shells work like history books, showing scientists how radioactive stuff has affected our environment over time, helping us learn about nature's mysteries.
Swarm Robotics in the Classroom
Teaching robots work together, like a group of friends, helps us understand complex ideas, like cells, in a fun and creative way!
Holy Ozone!
Learn about Mario J. Molina, the scientist, who found out chemicals were harming the ozone layer, leading to important changes to protect our Earth's atmosphere.
Make a Mini Micro Collection Game
Learn how to make a collection game in Mini Micro where players control a spaceship to collect stars by writing and organizing code commands.
Numbers for Letters: the Zip Code Story
While sending a letter, have you ever wondered what is actually a zip code? Read more here on what these magic numbers represent.
Web of Confusion Workarounds
Some websites try sneaky tricks like adding extra stuff to your cart or using tricky words to make you feel bad if you don't buy something. Always be careful when you're buying things online!
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It's unknown how climate change will affect fog in California. However, the science of fog turns out to be really interesting.
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The discovery of the Möbius strip in the mid-19th century helped launch a new field of mathematics called topology.
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