today i learned (til)
The Art of Boredom
Introduction
Recently, I found myself unable to do nothing, even for a few minutes. It’s like my body itches to be occupied. I think it...
Nature’s Architect and Engineer: Beavers!
Unironically, beavers are genuinely one of my favorite animals! With their chunky bodies, fluffy fur, five-toed webbed hind feet, five-finger hands, orange bucked teeth,...
I love sharks, maybe you should too!
“Fish are friends, not food.” - Bruce from Finding Nemo. When I watched Disney’s Finding Nemo (2003) as a child, I was absolutely horrified...
The Marine Colonizers: Lionfish
Introduction:
As I scrolled through YouTube to look for something to watch, I came across a Short (the term for the vertical, short-form video format...
IRON MAN: Powered by PHYSICS (And a Little Genius)
Sources
"Engineering in Iron Man’s Suit" – physicsinmarvel.wordpress.com"The Physics of Iron Man" – science-abuse.net"Iron Man’s Suit Defies Physics — Mostly" – WIRED.com
IRON MAN: Powered by...
The Cat-astrophic Health of Persian Cats
These adorable flat-faced cats have existed since the 1600s from Mesopotamia which was later called Persia, giving these cats the name Persian. Today, they...
Hidden Vegetables & Essential Vitamins
We all know vitamins are important, but what do they actually do? Well, each vitamin has different benefits, with some playing multiple roles in...
The Amazing Race: Speed of Light Reflection
This semester marks my last contribution to planning and participating in events as a member of STEMComm. The last two semesters were eventful, and...
Uses of Medical Marijuana
Medical marijuana is an issue that has drawn significant debate. As of 2025, it has been legalized for medical use in 39 states (and...
Escape the Elements: How to Create a Science-Themed Escape Room
Escape rooms are a fun way to bond with others and put your critical thinking skills to the test! An escape room is a...