today i learned (til)
Psychology’s Replication Crisis
One of the cornerstones of modern science is the criterion of replicability. Replicability is the idea that if a phenomenon is real, it should...
Why do I sneeze when I step out into the sun?
Have you ever stepped out into the sun after a long day of sitting inside and suddenly felt the urge to sneeze?
Usually, sneezing is...
Procrastination Reflection
Have you ever questioned yourself why it felt so natural to delay things that need to be done? This happens to everyone at all...
The Amazing Race: Citrus Circuit GoSTEM Reflection
This semester, STEMComm was invited to participate in the Latino College & STEM Fair, hosted for k-middle grade schoolers to engage and learn about...
All About Water Puppies
Hippopotamuses(not, hippomotami) are the third largest land mammal, following elephants and white rhinos. They are semi aquatic animals, so they enjoy the best of...
Is Immortality Possible?
We’ve only ever seen immortality on TV, but what if I told you, we seem to be closer to it than we think. In...
Late night studying: effects of warm and cool LED lamps
Are you trying to pick out the right kind of fluorescent LED light for your room? One search for light bulbs on amazon shows...
CAPTCHA: Are You A Robot?
When you interact with a website—whether you are creating an account, posting a comment, or making a purchase—you might be prompted to confirm that...
Malware Monikers: Cyber Threats with Intriguing Names
The names of malware frequently resemble whimsical nicknames or the titles of obscure indie bands rather than serious threats to global cybersecurity. However, beneath...