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… As we marvel at the incredible athletes at the Winter Olympics, it’s always fascinating to look at the … point to explore how sports connect the science of the human body, laws of motion, and technical innovation and put … Ready? Set? Go for the Gold! …
… On May 30, NASA and the commercial rocket company SpaceX will launch the first crewed mission to International Space Station … way up to ISS. Over the past nine years, without our own human-rated launch system, America has depended on our … The Crewed SpaceX Demo-2 Mission …
… Summary Aviation pioneer Orville Wright was recognized by The Franklin Institute in 1933 with a Franklin Medal for the "valuable investigations carried out by him and his … heavier than air machine which flew by its own power under human control." Wilbur Wright had died in 1912. Orville …
… What’s the future of personal transportation? Well, you’ll likely be spending a lot less time behind the wheel, for one. The rise of self-driving cars means that … And completely autonomous vehicles—able to operate without human control—are rapidly becoming more of a reality. You’re …
… solar eclipse draws a narrow path of lunar shadow across the South Pacific Ocean heading towards South America starting at 12:55pm Eastern time. The eclipse crosses Chile, then Argentina around 3:20pm and … is only visible within the 125-mile wide path. Since humans first took notice of what happens in the sky, solar …
… essential components of our world, for “without stories, humanity would disappear.” Tesla was not motivated by the idea of wealth building, but driven by an innate desire … explore, tinker, and push past perceived limitations of the mind -- the same desires that inspire the work of many …
… your minimum monthly requirement of lunar light, tonight’s the night to get a full charge. This month’s full moon … perigee, creating an instance of ‘super moon’. Each month, the moon’s elliptical orbit swings it a bit closer to Earth. … objects of known size, like buildings or trees, makes our brain interpret the moon’s size as enormous. Notice how much …
… Vital ! Paired with TFI’s all-new Body Odyssey exhibit and the iconic Giant Heart, opening weekend offers a comprehensive and unparalleled exploration of the human body—with a special focus on the heart! Special …
… image from James Webb Space Telescope was released July 11. The Webb science and engineering team was recognized for extraordinary work but not much was said about the image itself, except that it shows some of the oldest light ever seen by humans. Let’s go further toward understanding what the image …
… You’re not alone—alongside the uncertainty and worry of the past few weeks, the stress of confinement can feel … MRI scans show that this activity lights up the part of our brain that’s associated with empathy and love. If there were … Head outside and observe the world around you! Join TFI’s Environmental Scientist …
… The World Health Organization declared the omicron variant of the coronavirus to be a “variant of … then use the real or the test virus to infect lab-grown human lung cells and compare omicron with other variants, … Learning About the Omicron Variant …
… Update: On February 11, The World Health Organization announced that the official name of the disease caused by the coronavirus … used in traditional Chinese medicine, before infecting humans in an animal market in Wuhan, China. If confirmed, …
… If you’re looking to up your dose of lunar light, tomorrow's the night to get a full charge. The next full moon occurs August 30 at 9:36pm ET. More … objects of known size, like buildings or trees, makes our brain interpret the moon’s size as enormous. Notice how much …
… A now famous before/after image of the New Delhi War Memorial showing air quality improvements. … 18, 2020. (Anushree Fadnavis and Adnan Abidi/Reuters) “The air is clear, the skies are blue. I see the evening … course the greatest unknown in any future scenario remains human behavior. Do we use this moment to reflect on how to …
… When most people hear ‘Music Festival’ the first thing that comes to mind is probably not SCIENCE. … might think crowds, gross bathrooms, a bunch of music acts they have never heard about, warm drinks, and people in … Memorial for you to enjoy. We’ll also have art made from human x-rays images, and LED infinity mirrors to just name …
… getting infected. It helps to keep you from infecting others. By masking up together, we slow the spread of the virus in our communities. … a meter; for reference, the width of a single human hair is generally anywhere between 17-180 …
… as to highlight and protest continuing inequality around the world. International Women’s Day, March 8, dates back to the establishment of women’s suffrage in Russia. Here in the … remarkable women whose life work has changed the course of human discovery and advancement! …
… This April marks the 48th Earth Month, offering us an opportunity to reflect on our collective impact on the one and only planet we call home. Many simple life … out The Philadelphia Science Festival’s Future of Food and Brain Food: Science at the Market events! [1] To estimate …
… The Franklin Institute completes its first year-long … professional development program for leading educators in the region to deepen their understanding of the science of … technology. With knowledge rooted in research and our Your Brain exhibit, we challenged many longstanding beliefs and …
… Interested in buying a telescope? Making the right purchase need not be a daunting task if you're armed with a few simple guidelines. There are several different types of telescopes on the market and the first place to start in choosing one is …
… was Thomas Alva Edison's most important contribution to the history of science? Improvements to the lightbulb? The phonograph? In fact, Edison's most … contribute to the "well-being, comfort, and pleasure of the human race”? And how did Edison's determination and quest …
… Introduction Dr. Claude Elwood Shannon used mathematics to unify communication theory. His pioneering work revolutionized the field of … was able to represent various forms of communication (the human voice, musical sounds, etc) mathematically. To achieve …
… Manned spaceflight began in 1961 when the Russian Cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin took man’s first flight beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Humans have, ever since, been exploring space through a variety of missions including the International Space Station, which has housed individual …
… Introduction Ranked among the most famous inventors in the history of science, Alexander Graham Bell is forever … created by Charles Wheatstone. Their understanding of the human speech pattern, voicebox, and diaphragm aided …
… Often described as the most spectacular astronomical event to be seen from Earth, I recommend that no human should leave the planet without seeing a solar eclipse. Mabel Loomis …