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Symantec and Science Buddies Special Award in Computer Science

May 21, 2010 9:29 AM

Last week, Science Buddies joined with Symantec, a sponsor of the 2010 Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, to evaluate projects in the area of Computer Science and to name winners of the 2010 Symantec Science Buddies Special Award in Computer Science. This special award reflects the high-quality computer science projects that are being conducted by top students around the world. "Symantec was honored to be a Special Awards Organization recognizing outstanding computer science… Read more

Taste Bud Savvy?

May 14, 2010 10:44 AM

The under-ten crowd in my house uses strawberry toothpaste. I can't stand the smell of it, and I can't imagine not having minty-fresh breath. But they can't imagine using anything with even a hint of mint in it. Both of them react strongly to mint. In their lingo, mint is too "hot." After reading an article this morning passed on to me by a colleague here at Science Buddies and then looking at the experimental procedure in one of our Human Biology science projects, I think I may have to buy… Read more

Science Mom's Radio Appearance

May 10, 2010 8:40 AM

If you missed Science Mom on the radio Saturday morning, you missed a great talk about science, parenting, and the ways in which science impacts every aspect of our lives! The Science Mom Perspective "You have to get kids at a young age thinking critically and asking questions—'Is this true?'" "We have to open up our outlook about what it means to be a science-literate citizen. It doesn't mean that you have to be a rocket scientist. It means so much more." "Don't worry… Read more

Science Mom on the Radio

May 7, 2010 4:46 PM

Courtney Corda, our very own Science Mom, will be live Saturday morning (May 8, 8:30 AM PDT) on the KGO radio Joanie Greggains show. A former PE teacher, Joanie Greggains is a special advisor to the California Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. Tune in as Courtney talks with Joanie about the importance of science literacy and the ways in which students interested in sports can find exciting projects that put scientific principles in context of something they enjoy. Courtney… Read more

Pop! Goes the Canister

May 6, 2010 10:27 AM

There's more to baking soda and vinegar than just volcanoes in the sand! One day last summer I opened the gate that shields the preschool from the eyes of the surrounding neighborhood and caught sight of a film canister being launched into the air by an excited four-year-old. Under the supervision of a space-minded father, preschoolers that morning were being treated to launch after launch after launch of canister rockets, each accompanied by a resounding "pop" as the lid blew off and the… Read more

Scientist's Pick: A Biotechnology Laboratory...on Your Kitchen Counter!

May 3, 2010 12:34 PM

Note: This month's "Scientist's Pick" is from Science Buddies' staff scientist, Sandra Slutz. ~ Science Buddies' Editorial Staff Project: Forensic Science: Building Your Own Tool for Identifying DNA Scientist: Sandra Slutz Science Buddies' Difficulty Level: 7-9 Sometimes, when I'm supposed to be sitting down and concentrating on a task, my mind wanders. You never know what will come of those momentary mental strolls. In this case, the result was a pretty cool Do-It-Yourself project… Read more

Oil Spill and Wildlife

April 30, 2010 11:31 AM

Duck covered in oil from a 2007 spill. Image: Mila Zinkova, Wikipedia. A massive oil spill off of the Gulf of Mexico has had environmentalists watching the winds in hopes that the oil wouldn't wash ashore. The weather, unfortunately, is failing to cooperate. Winds have sped the slick towards land, and predicted storms over the next several days will further hamper cleanup efforts. According to the New York Times, Louisiana has already declared a state of emergency. The oil spill threatens… Read more

Morning Music

April 27, 2010 5:45 PM

I was on my way to the car one morning last week, and as I rounded the car to open the door, I noticed the repetitive trill of a bird. It was loud, persistent, and close. Stopping to listen, I swiveled around, searching the early morning street. There it was, a house finch perched atop a street light, its red throat catching the gleam of the sun breaking through the trees to the east. There are other birds in my area I've stopped to listen to in recent years. Some of them have become… Read more

Earth Day: Polar Caps

April 22, 2010 10:03 AM

As you observe Earth Day 2010 today, it's the perfect time to talk with students of all ages about conservation, recycling, and the importance of being good caretakers for the Earth. The following newly released Science Buddies science project can help students understand the issues surrounding global warming and the ice caps. These caps may seem far away, but melting due to climate change may have significant impact on the size of oceans. The trickle-down problem is the increased risk of… Read more

Ash Air

April 16, 2010 12:30 PM

Eruptions this week of a volcano that sits beneath a glacier in Iceland forced the evacuation of local residents who were in the path of the meltwater run-off from the glacier as surface melting occurred in response to the energy and temperature underground. As reported by guardian.uk.co, the floods arrived shortly after the initial eruptions, and the plume of ash blotted out the sky. Carried by winds, the ash wreaked havoc this week for international airports. British airports were… Read more

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