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How do layers help things slide? Our presenters pick surprising lubricants to race gummy bears down homemade ramps! Continue »
Speaking Grief explores the transformative experience of losing a family member in a grief-avoidant society. It validates grief as a normal, healthy part of the human experience rather than a problem that needs to be “fixed.” It also addresses the role that support from friends and family plays in a person’s grief experience, offering guidance on how to show up for people in their darkest moments. Continue »
In the early days of the Commonwealth, nearly 29 million acres of Pennsylvania were covered in forest. By 1895, this number dropped to 9 million acres. While Pennsylvania provided lumber to build a nation, this invaluable natural resource was almost lost. Continue »
Christopher Reynolds and Andrew Glaid study the tiny molecules in a human cell that interact with the environment. Continue »
When two materials come together, curious things can happen where they meet. Continue »
Join Antonio Marston and Michael Cruse for a look into their lab as they blaze new trails in the world of super-thin 2D materials. Continue »
In this mission, you’ll use fun foods to build a model of a 2D material to explore some of the same features that scientists observe in microscopes. Continue »
Guest Chef Luciana Alvarez shares recipes from her native Venezuela including Arepas and Pabellon Venezolano. Continue »
Penn State President Eric Barron and his guests talk about the Pollinator and Bird Garden at the Arboretum at Penn State. The garden allows guests to experience natural beauty and science in one immersive environment. Continue »
Gardening season has arrived. Whether you’re growing cool season crops or getting ready to plant tomatoes — now is the perfect time to get tips to help your garden grow. Penn State Extension educators share their expertise on everything from taking care of your lawn to planting for pollinators. Continue »
