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Science Like A Girl – Inventor and Author Arlyne Simon

Smore Science

She liked science, but didn’t picture herself wearing hard hats as a civil engineer like her father. When Arlyne’s father heard physics was a struggle, he “happened” to pass a bookstore and buy a book Physics for Dummies for them to work through together. So why do we cut people off if they aren’t “good enough” at science?

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Quantum Computing

STEMe

Quantum computers can resolve the laws of quantum theory and other problems involving elementary particles and microscopic physics. Quantum computing was developed for the research of quantum physics, but the principles of quantum computers can also be implemented into many other fields of technology.

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Controlling machines from afar

Futurum

It is not possible for many students to be physically present to operate such machines, including learners in rural areas or those without access to transportation. Students will learn to identify the patterns of the simulation and are ill-equipped to recognise truly random faults caused by physical issues in the real world.”

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Decoding STEM: What Does the E in STEM Stand For?

STEM Education Shopping

STEM, which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering , and Mathematics, emerged as a response to the growing need for a skilled workforce in these fields. This led to an increased focus on science and mathematics education in schools. It involves designing, building, and improving structures, machines, systems, and processes.

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The Tales of Elon Musk - Billionaire Entrepreneur or Overoptimistic Jerk?

STEMe

He moved to Canada at 17 to go to Queen’s University until he went to the University of Pennsylvania in 1992 to study economics and physics. He researched intensely about the science of rocket building and pledged to build a rocket himself, thus making SpaceX. STEM·E Talks: Data Science Sat, Oct 9, 2021 11:00 AM CST.

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Creating the world’s largest 3D-printed structure

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It must be pointed out that my team is generally geared towards studying the manufacture and performance of automotive and aerospace products where weight saving is desired,” explains Byron. Studies in engineering and science are the primary preparation for a career in advanced composites engineering.

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Career Exploration: Engineering

PCS Edventures

Intertwined with Science, Technology, Arts and Mathematics engineers utilize their understanding of each discipline to design and build works of art. In Part 4 of our STEAM Career Exploration Series, we're showing students how they can apply their knowledge and skills in Science, Technology, Arts and Mathematics just like Engineers do!