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What Fields Are Included in STEM: A Comprehensive Overview

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In this article, we will delve into the fascinating worlds of Physics and Astronomy, Biology and Life Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Mathematics and Statistics, Chemistry and Materials Science, as well as Computer Science and Information Technology. Did you know that over 6.2

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Fall STEM Activities

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Educational Benefit: Students will learn about the chemistry behind leaf colors and the concept of chromatography as a separation technique. Educational Benefit: This experiment helps students understand the Earth’s rotation, the changing angle of sunlight during the day, and the basics of astronomy. apples, corn, or pumpkins).

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What can stars reveal about galaxies and what can cultures reveal about stars?

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This reaction releases huge amounts of energy, which is why stars radiate so much heat and light. This energy also stops stars from collapsing in on themselves under the pressure of gravity. PROFESSOR RAJA GUHATHAKURTA Professor of Astronomy and Astrophysics University of California Santa Cruz, USA. . Raja with SIP students.

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Shining a light on the role of trace metals in neurodegenerative diseases

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DEMENTIA – a group of related symptoms (such as memory loss and difficulties with problem-solving or language) associated with an ongoing decline in brain functioning. However, changes in metal chemistry appear to be more marked in diseased brains than in healthy brains. bitesize/guides/z4khvcw/revision/1 ). Reference [link].

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Imaging the invisible: how can research software and imaging techniques help scientists study the things we can’t see?

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Because computational methods originated in the natural sciences, some disciplines, such as chemistry and physics, have lots of research software at their disposal. Chemistry with Dr Nicole Hondow and Stuart Micklethwaite. It is important that you fully understand the problems that researchers are trying to solve.

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Must Have Science Books for Kids of All Ages

Mrs. Harris Teaches

for dinosaur lovers or The Astronomy Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained for space lovers. It promotes problem solving and perseverance. From physical science topics like magnetism to environmental science topics like renewable energy to life science topics like food chains and ecosystems. Even my toddler likes this book!

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