by Darlene Cavalier | Mar 23, 2009 | Blog, Interviews
(Transcendent Man, a documentary on the life and ideas of Ray Kurzweil, will premiere on April 25 in NYC. Learn when and where tickets are available, here.) I first met Ray when I was about 24 yrs old, working at Discover Magazine (then owned by Disney). He patiently...
by Darlene Cavalier | Mar 20, 2009 | Science Education
The Universe is Regular and PredictableProfessor James Trefil (author of Science Matters, Why Science?, and 30 other books on science literacy) identified 18 key science concepts every adult should know to be a science literate. We’re here to help make this FUN!...
by Darlene Cavalier | Mar 19, 2009 | Citizen Science, Ecology & Environment Projects, Nature & Outdoor Projects, Projects & Activities
Though it is not something that we think about every day, pollination is an important part of our ecosystem. Everything from the prescription drugs we take to the food we eat for lunch comes from natural plant products that are pollinated in the wild. Economists and...
by Darlene Cavalier | Mar 19, 2009 | Blog, News
Sun-Earth Day is comprised of a series of programs and events that occur throughout the year culminating with a celebration on or near the Spring Equinox. For Sun-Earth Day 2009, NASA will engage a worldwide audience in the celebration of the International Year of...
by Darlene Cavalier | Mar 18, 2009 | Blog, News, Science Education
From Science Cheerleader contributor, Bart. Hi! I thought you’d be interested in this story from Science@NASA: Space shuttle Discovery launched Sunday, March 15th, on a construction mission to the International Space Station. Perfect timing for sky watchers! The...
