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PCAS Expansion, Growth, Research, and SIGCSE 2024 Presentations

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Several of these courses are collaborations with other departments, like our Discovery classes with Physics, Biophysics, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, and Linguistics. Research in PCAS We’re starting to publish some of what we’re learning from PCAS. This semester, I’m teaching two brand new courses.

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UCLA Life Sciences Revamped How It Teaches Math. Is It an Example Others Should Follow?

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This ultimately led to a new introductory life sciences math course, Mathematics for Life Sciences (the LS 30 series). The need for biology students to understand math concepts has become increasingly important, especially with the digital revolution sweeping across science.

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Black holes: the meeting of gravity and quantum physics

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Black holes: the meeting of gravity and quantum physics. Published: We know that black holes exist through a mix of complex mathematics and astrophysics but linking mathematical ideas to what we can observe in the Universe is no easy task. TALK LIKE A BLACK HOLE PHYSICIST.

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Left-brain or Right-brain Dominant? Explore the Ideal Subjects to Nurture your Strengths

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This field requires strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of mathematical concepts. With a strong foundation in statistics, you can pursue a career as a data analyst, market researcher or actuary. The Sciences The sciences, including physics, chemistry and biology, are perfect for left-brain dominant individuals.

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What Fields Are Included in STEM: A Comprehensive Overview

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As a STEM advocate and researcher, I am excited to present a comprehensive overview of the fields included in STEM. STEM includes the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. ( 1 ) Physics and Astronomy Source: Shane Hummus Physics and astronomy are fascinating subjects that explore the laws of the universe.

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How can first-year STEM university students be better supported?

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At the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg in the US, biologists Barbara Barnhart and Dr Olivia Long are using their Science Seminar programme to ease this transition for first year students studying biology, chemistry and biochemistry degrees. What do the seminars teach students?

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Behind the screens: the crystals that flow like rain down a windowpane

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Mathematically, a sphere is the shape that minimises the surface area of a fixed volume, explaining why small water droplets on a flat surface take the shape of a spherical cap. AKHSHAY’S PHYSICAL EXPERIMENTS. JOSEPH’S MATHEMATICAL MODELS. COMBINING EXPERIMENTS AND MATHEMATICAL MODELS. Download the article. Pinterest.