Posted: April 22, 2020

Question Your World: Can Our Phones Help Track COVID-19 Cases?

One of the biggest challenges with our global struggle with COVID-19 is knowing when and where to isolate individuals who have come into contact with someone who has tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Can our phones help?

Question Your World: Can Our Phones Help Track COVID-19 Cases?
Posted: April 21, 2020

April Showers Bring … The Lyrids Meteor Shower!

The annual Lyrids meteor shower, lasting from April 16 - 26, will peak April 21 - 22, 2020, which happens to coincide with a New Moon. Yay! Why is this interesting and important? And more importantly, how can you get in on the show? Just watch.

April Showers Bring … The Lyrids Meteor Shower!
Posted: April 20, 2020

Take a Phenological Walk with Me

Hey there, science lovers! Lexie Barrell here. I love helping Museum guests learn all about the world around them, especially when it comes to plants and animals! And phenology is a great place to start!

Take a Phenological Walk with Me
Posted: April 16, 2020

Getting Involved with Citizen Science: No Lab Coat or PhD Required

Hello, science lovers. Niki Yarger here. While I miss my spot leading astronomy shows in The Dome, I’m happy to get the chance to share community science opportunities with you here.

Getting Involved with Citizen Science: No Lab Coat or PhD Required
Posted: April 16, 2020

Question Your World: How Much Food Do We Waste?

Recently scientists were doing a study on discarded edible items and ended up with some pretty interesting food for thought. How much food do we waste?

Question Your World: How Much Food Do We Waste?