Once again, astronauts on the International Space Station dissolved an effervescent tablet in a floating ball of water, and captured images using a camera capable of recording four times the resolution of normal high-definition cameras. The higher resolution images and higher frame rate videos can reveal more information when used on science investigations, giving researchers […]
Microlattice is the lightest metal ever made. At 99.99% air, it’s light enough to balance on top of a dandelion, while its structure makes it strong. Strength and record breaking lightness make it a potential metal for future planes and vehicles. [Boeing]
Have you ever been bothered by dementors at a BBQ, or almost stepped on Arnold Schwarzenegger scuttling beneath your feet? You may have and not realized it! The folks from Lovethegarden.com have compiled some of the funniest and strangest examples of organisms named after famous individuals and the reasons for the name in the infographic […]
Science is AMAZING, but unfortunately, it is currently being defunded all around the world. Fortunately, you can make a difference. Start by watching this video, and then use democracy to help the world progress to a better tomorrow. [AsapSCIENCE]
You might not believe it, but there was a time when urine, yes urine, was prized by chemists. Pee played a part in some of the most significant discoveries in science, and it helped shape the modern world. This week, Reactions looks at the reasons why pee was once the “number one” material in chemistry. […]
A scientific look at why we put telescopes in space instead of leaving them here on Earth by the folks from Minute Physics. [MinutePhysics]
Just follow the links below to read all about each of the 6 reasons. #1: Smelling coffee can reduce stress #2: Drinking coffee is great for your liver, especially if you drink alcohol #3: Drinking coffee can make you happier #4: Drinking coffee can reduce your chances of getting skin cancer #5: Drinking coffee can […]
From the American Chemical Society: Chocolate chip cookies are nearly universally adored. People like them in all sorts of textures, sizes and tastes. So how can you make your perfect cookie? Using science, of course. October 1 is National Homemade Cookies Day, so for this week’s Reactions episode, we partnered with Science News magazine’s Bethany […]