An Ode to Math, Mathematics in Nature

An Ode to Math, Mathematics in Nature

Math can be frustrating, boring, arduous and just plain hard at times. Nevertheless, from preschool onwards we learn concepts from counting to calculus. Even the biggest loathers of mathematics cannot dispute its importance. Math governs both our daily lives and our...
Learn Something, Watch TV!?

Learn Something, Watch TV!?

“Stop watching TV and read a book, learn something!”  If you are like me, you’ve probably heard this from your parents throughout your childhood. There is no doubt you can learn a lot from books as well as improve your vocabulary and writing skills. However,...
Scientist Spotlight: Karl Landsteiner

Scientist Spotlight: Karl Landsteiner

In today’s scientist spotlight post, we will learn about Austrian physician and immunologist, Karl Landsteiner. Born in Austria, 1868, Landsteiner lived in Vienna, where he went to school, and went on to study medicine at the University of Vienna in 1881. During this...
Scientist Spotlight: Irène Joliot-Curie

Scientist Spotlight: Irène Joliot-Curie

In today’s scientist spotlight post, we will learn about French chemist Irène Joliot-Curie. As you might have guessed by the last name, Joliot-Curie is the daughter of world renowned physicist and chemist Marie Curie. You may be wondering, well why not write about the...
Scientist Spotlight: Robert Koch

Scientist Spotlight: Robert Koch

In today’s scientist spotlight post, we will learn about German physician and microbiologist Robert Koch. Born in Clausthal, Hanover, Germany, Koch was academically inclined from a young age. He went on to study the natural sciences in university, before switching...