by msander | Oct 30, 2017 | Gr 9-10 Science
An eruption of cosmic knots at the Big Bang may explain why our universe has three dimensions.Credit: Keith Wood/Vanderbilt We take for granted that we live in a world of three dimensions governed by the laws of physics, and don’t often wonder why. But a group...
by msander | Oct 27, 2017 | All Science Teachers
HOTEL The block of rooms has been extended to October 31. It is probable that the hotel will sell out so you are advised to reserve a room before October 31. Click here to reserve a room . MEMBERSHIP STAO conferences are planned and presented for the benefit of its...
by msander | Oct 26, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
Halloween is the perfect time for oozing, bubbling, eye-catching science! If you love to perform science demonstrations, Halloween is a wonderful excuse to fill the cooler with dry ice and get ready for a day filled with “ooze” and ahhhs! Great Halloween...
by msander | Oct 26, 2017 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
Breast cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in women. Fortunately, the rate at which we’re learning about this disease means patients have a lot more treatment options and far better chances of survival than they did 100 years ago. In observance of...
by msander | Oct 25, 2017 | All Science Teachers
How did we come up with our system of telling time? Why do we divide the day into 24 hours of 60 minutes each, and put 60 seconds in each minute? Where does the definition of a second come from? And who decides what clock shows the correct time? There’s clearly a lot...
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