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What is… One Health?

The health of humans, animals, and plants are all related, though those three topics aren’t often discussed together. One Health aims to ensure optimal health of the environment, animals, and humans by addressing those groups collaboratively.

By Delaney Lynn, 6 months6 months ago
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What is… fermentation?

Fermentation has been used to make foods and drinks for thousands of years. This is despite the fact that the science behind the process was only recently discovered. Common fermented products include chocolate, coffee, soy sauce, and yogurt, among others.

By Delaney Lynn, 6 months5 months ago
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What is… archaeology?

Indiana Jones movies depict daily life as an archaeologist to be a dangerous adventure. But archaeological research today involves little fighting, a bit of finding treasures, and a lot of surveying and analysis. 

By Delaney Lynn, 6 months6 months ago
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What is… density?

You’ve probably noticed that some things float on water and others sink. This is due to the relative densities of the objects and the liquid they are immersed in. Density is defined as the mass per volume of a substance.

By Delaney Lynn, 7 months5 months ago
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What is… thermodynamics?

Some people have a hard time with calculus, whereas for others it’s a breeze. Another topic that probably elicits feelings of fear is thermodynamics. But we have simplified basic thermodynamics for you!

By Delaney Lynn, 7 months5 months ago
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