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Asian American Representation in STEM & Media: Why It Matters

Previously, C2ST published an article explaining unconscious bias. This bias can manifest itself in different ways, including in the representation…

3 years ago

Tunes for Tots: Birds Sing to their Incubating Eggs

Before baby birds even begin to observe the world around them, they are already able to learn certain behaviors. Over…

3 years ago

How do Scientists Model the Climate?

Earth’s climate system is complex. The system comprises interactions between Earth’s landmasses, the oceans, the ecosystems, the atmosphere, and even…

3 years ago

Bats of a Feather Stick Together

The animal kingdom can be cut-throat, as friendship is not found in all animal species generally speaking. Animals of the…

3 years ago

Kelp Needs our Help: Ocean Warming and the Threat to Ocean Flora

In Illinois we’re used to seeing lush green forests rooted in grassy soils, however, in other parts of the world,…

3 years ago

Women in Space: The Story of Wally Funk

This week marks the 22nd annual World Space Week. The event was created in 1999 by the United Nations as…

3 years ago

The Science Behind the “Twisties”

The dramatic Olympic exit from popular American gymnast Simone Biles has reignited the conversation around mental health and athletes. During…

3 years ago

Guyana Pt. 2: Camera Trapping

Many animals are very cryptic and will run or hide at the first sign of trouble. Humans are (comparatively) smelly…

3 years ago

Are We Sinking?

After the tragic collapse of a 12-story beachfront condominium in Surfside, Florida earlier this year, structural engineers and scientists have…

3 years ago

C2ST is pleased to announce our 2021-2023 Artist In Residence

During her 2021-23 tenure as a resident artist at C2ST, Shonna Pryor’s background in visual art and media will continue…

3 years ago