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The universe speaks to us in the form of numbers, and appears to us in myriad ways that we have yet to fully discover and understand. Modern Sciences pushes forward into modern-day discussion the different lenses through which we view the universe, and the language we use to commune with it—from beautiful patterns and equations brought forth by the best mathematicians to the latest discoveries that unravel the inner workings of our physical realm.
Modern Science Needs Ancient Roman Lead—And That’s a Problem
A 2,000-year-old Roman shipwreck off the coast of Sardinia, carrying over 30 metric tons of lead ingots, has…
Exploring STEM Through Play: Science-Themed Board Games for the Curious Mind
For those unfamiliar, STEM board games take learning beyond traditional classrooms by immersing players in hands-on experiences that…
New Biotech Method Boosts Vitamin B12 in Spirulina, Offering Sustainable Alternative to Beef
At a Glance A new study published in Discover Food highlights a breakthrough in addressing vitamin B12 deficiency…
The Reality of Pseudoarchaeology
The video introduces the concept of pseudoarchaeology and its implications, explaining how pseudoarchaeological ideas, often based on misinterpreted…
Illusions of Sound.
The video explores how our brains perceive and interpret sound, demonstrating through audio illusions that our sense of…
Analog vs. Digital Sound Face-off
The difference between analog and digital music lies in how sound waves are recorded and played back. Analog…
Multiple goals, multiple solutions, plenty of second-guessing and revising − here’s how science really works
If your mental image of a scientist looks like this, you’re due for an update. aluxum/E+ via Getty…
Study Links Spermidine to Lifespan Extension Through Intermittent Fasting
At a Glance Researchers from the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB) in Greece, Paris Cité University…
A Telescope Guide to Your Next Sky-Watching Adventure
Note (23/08/2024): All prices listed here reflect item prices at the time of writing. You may have looked…
Is the shallow pool in Paris really slowing Olympic swimmers down? Here’s what the science says
Shane Keating, UNSW Sydney There has been plenty of rain, sweat and tears shed at the Paris Olympics…