An engineer as President??
Have you ever been to a presidential library? Each site is located in the home state of the president and
Tag: science
Mental Health and the Diversity of Minds
Did you know that over a third of graduate students experience mental health concerns?1 Graduate school and Master’s or PhD
The March for Science: A CSN Photo Album
Two weeks ago (on the 47th annual Earth Day), about 150,000 people across 600 cities around the world gathered together for the March for
Book Review: The War on Science
This Saturday, many scientists and supporters of science will attend the March for Science in Washington D.C. or at marches
Podcast Ep 15. The Art of Beehives, Foam, & Bubbles: An Interview with Peter Krsko
Artist Peter Krsko uses his background in physics and materials science to study and communicate about nature. He is described
What is the “Matilda Effect,” and How Can We Improve Recognition of Women Scientists?
As a woman in science who has experienced significant success along with a few obvious gender-specific barriers during my career,
Ep 11. When Artists and Scientists Collaborate
Art and science are often though of as completely separate pursuits, but what happens when artists and scientists actually talk to each other? In this episode of the podcast, we interview Dr. Cathy Murphy about her experiences inviting art students to spend time in her chemistry lab at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
How do Scientists Study Complex Chemical Systems?
Much of our work in the Center for Sustainable Nanotechnology lies in the realm of chemistry. That is to say,
The Educational Impact of Meeting Real Scientists
The most exciting moments of my pre-college education were from a field trip to the geology department of Augustana College
Girls-in-STEM Programs & My Single-Sex Education Experience
Attending Spelman College helped me to realize my potential as a scientist and as a scholar. Sitting in a room
