by msander | Oct 19, 2017 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology
We’ve harnessed electricity, sequenced the human genome, and eradicated smallpox. But after billions of dollars in research, we haven’t found a solution for a disease that affects more than 14 million people and their families at any given time. Why is it so difficult...
by msander | Feb 13, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
It’s peak cold and flu season, and mucus is making many of our lives miserable. But despite being a little icky, phlegm gets a bad rap. This germ-fighting goo contains cells and chemical compounds that help us power through a cold. You can also think of mucus as a...
by msander | Jan 23, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology
Eureka! Lab takes on the question: how far away should to stand to stay safe from a sneeze? To find out, we need to do some science! Three blog posts accompany this video (click for more): __________________________ A snotty setup: http://bit.ly/SnotScience1 Results...
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