During these challenging times, the traditional educational model has been turned on its head, and many parents are thinking about what they can do to supplement their child’s education. Whether…
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Catherine Lowry Franssen, PhD, could have taken a sabbatical from Longwood University to work on research like many professors. Instead she chose to join the staff at Science Museum of…
Virginia has a long history of hurricane activity, but Andrew Freiden shares something you might not know about hurricanes in Virginia.
Rebecca Lewis refers to herself as a paid disease detective. “That’s what I like to think of myself,” says Lewis, senior epidemiologist for Henrico County. “I put the puzzle pieces…
The spread of COVID-19 has turned our daily lives upside down, leaving us with a terrible feeling of uncertainty – made worse by misinformation that seems to spread even faster…
This year marks the fiftieth anniversary of Earth Day. For five decades, engaged neighbors have come together to show their support for protecting our planet for future generations. Earth Day…
Eating insects is often seen as a treat or delicacy, but around the world it is simply a learned behavior. Read why this behavior might be a world saver.
How to make the most of our area’s recycling program and what not to put in your recycling cart from CVWMA!
This holiday season, as you roam the physical and digital aisles of stores, the number of STEM items has increased exponentially. Some toys are fads that have little learning value,…
“No scissors, no tape, but I believe in you.” These were the only instructions given to my 8-year-old daughter and me one Sunday morning at The Forge, a dedicated maker…
Here are some gifts that reinforce scientific concepts in daily life, nurture important STEM skills, and most importantly, help kids have fun!
Five years ago, a stranger began posting detailed descriptions of my appearance online. This person had strong opinions about me. Once I discovered the posts, I was hooked; I would…