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Children and Robotics

Working with robotics in STEM at a young age can help to develop a wide range of skills. Robotics projects often involve figuring out how to make a robot move, sense its environment, or perform a specific task. This exposure can help children to develop critical problem-solving skills that they…

Reggie RegoJanuary 31, 2023

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China is now the most cited country in research

According to a Japanese science policy institute, China has reached a new milestone as being the most cited country in research papers. Some scholars disagree that this is the most vital metric to measure the impact of research but the numbers do not lie. China's emphasis on STEM education has…

Reggie RegoAugust 24, 2022

Press Releases

Applications now open for Miami-Dade County’s BizUp grant program

Miami-Dade Mayor, Daniella Levine Cava, and District 2 Commissioner, Jean Monestime, have just launched the BIzUp Grant program and invite Miami-Dade County businesses to apply to a pitch competition for a chance to win one of several $50,000 grants, and a top grant valued at $100,000, including 12 months of technical assistance from StartUp FIU.

KavenJanuary 2, 2023

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Diversity Equity and Inclusion in STEM

The Diversity in Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) includes all of the differences among people and the characteristics that make one group different from another group of people. The list is extensive but some examples are socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and gender identity. With a more diverse workforce,…

Reggie RegoJune 27, 2022

Technology Women Matter

Irene Loilot-Curie and Gender Equality

Throughout the years women have fought hard for gender equality. This is one the the most crucial discussions we are having as a society today. It takes courageous women to break barriers and fight for the love of science. Women like Irene Joliot-Curie have paved the way for women throughout…

Daniela ZapataNovember 20, 2019

Technology

A Brief History of the Endangered Species Act

The Endangered Species Act: The ESA was passed in 1973 with the goal of protecting and recovering populations of species in danger of extinction, as well as the habitats in which they live. Five threat factors are listed in Section 4(a) of the act as qualifications for listing: (A) the…

KavenNovember 20, 2019

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Save Our Seas Act to Fund Critical Ocean Plastic Threat

Press Release: Bipartisan Save Our Seas Act to Fund Critical Marine Debris Programs amid Growing Ocean Plastic Threat On Wednesday, July 25, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Save Our Seas Act in a voice vote, paving the way for the bill to become law and thereby reauthorizing the…

KavenNovember 20, 2019

Science

Phonons: The New Negative Gravity

According to a paper released July 23 with arXiv a group of scientists have now considered sound to have negative mass, and constantly drifting in all directions. This new concept has shattered the conventional way of thinking about sound as a wave. This new paper argues the fact that instead of…

Daniela ZapataMarch 8, 2022

Science

Community Impact Due to Climate Change

Due to climate change, many residents of coastal communities around the world are experiencing the effects of rising sea levels, increased heatwaves and droughts, and worsened floods; the threats presented by this phenomenon are becoming increasingly obvious and threatening for all of us. Carbon concentrations in the Earth’s atmosphere stabilized…

KavenAugust 7, 2018

Women Matter

Fight For Gender Equality

Women like Sheryl Sandberg, who have built a reputation by telling women to just “lean in” to get what we want at work has helped pave the way for gender equality. By now, many of us know that the gender pay gap is a real and ongoing issue. Women are…

Daniela ZapataJuly 23, 2018

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Public Schools vs Private Schools

The debate between public and private schools seems to be an ongoing argument. While each have their pros and cons, it is safe to say one is not necessarily better than the other. When parents look to decide where they want their children to go the question really isn’t what…

Daniela ZapataJuly 16, 2018

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Here’s Why Giving Back to the Community is Important

Many people spend their young adult lives trying to get out of the community they grew up in, spread their wings and explore new opportunities. But, often times, we tend to forget that the same community we are leaving helped us get those wings in some way. Giving back to…

Daniela ZapataJuly 13, 2018

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So How Do Nonprofit Organization Benefit Our Society?

Nonprofit organizations provide programs and services to the community. When there is a need in the community these organizations are formed to fill in the cracks. By definition, a nonprofit organization is formed for the purpose of serving a public or mutual benefit other than the pursuit of accumulation of…

Daniela ZapataJuly 10, 2018

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Communities Prosper Because of Nonprofits

Nonprofit organizations are made to help as many individuals and families on a daily basis. They Do many things to help our community be better and make sure everyone is protected, educated, and nurtured. Nonprofits give the community hope and a breath of fresh air when needed. They are here…

Daniela ZapataJuly 9, 2018

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The Connection Between Autism and STEM Fields

A study published in the journal of autism and developmental disorders found that students with autism choose majors in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) at a higher rate than students in the general population. Yet student with autism enroll into college at lower rates. People with an autism spectrum…

Daniela ZapataJuly 3, 2018