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Decoding the Key to Life: The Human Genome Project

It only took four letters to shift scientists’ perspectives on life. For hundreds of years, scientists clung to the belief…

1 year ago

Why do forests need fire?

The smoke from the Canadian wildfires blanketed the Chicago skyline in an intense haze a few weeks back. The news…

1 year ago

Unveiling the Powerhouses of Supercomputing: Exploring Supercomputers and their Enigmatic World

Prepare to enter the extraordinary domain of supercomputers, where computational marvels take center stage. These technological powerhouses are renowned for…

1 year ago

Thiomargarita magnifica – A giant bacteria in a microscopic world

You may remember bacteria as teeny-tiny organisms seen under a microscope from biology lessons in school. In this blog, however,…

1 year ago

A Taste of the Future: 3D Printed Food

Imagine a customizable meal at the touch of a button! It sounds like something out of The Jetsons, but it…

1 year ago

Allergy Season: A Letter from a Pollen Allergen

Dear Host, Hi, it’s me, a pollen allergen. I am writing to you because you seem to be experiencing some…

1 year ago

C2ST End of Fiscal Year Sweepstakes Official Rules

Chicago Council on Science and Technology C2ST Fundraising Sweepstakes Official Rules (more…)

1 year ago

Inside the Body of a Marathon Runner

The 2023 Boston Marathon recently concluded when thousands of highly trained runners crossed the finish line after a grueling 26.2…

2 years ago

Building A Science Communication Internship At Our Non Profit Organization

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyM8VfWFXto (more…)

2 years ago

The Science Behind Fat: Why This Nutrient Is So Good for You

Carbs, protein, fat.  These big three macronutrients are names we hear a lot in our everyday lives, but what are…

2 years ago