From planet to dwarf… and planet again? For over 75 years, scientists thought our solar system had nine planets, rather … More
Month: March 2022
Nanotechnology in Everyday Life
Applications of nanotech may not be as futuristic as they seem When you hear the word “nanotech,” science fiction most … More
Marine Ecology
Marine Ecology course is an advanced course designed for juniors and seniors who are interested in learning about the diversity … More
Flying Fish
The Characteristics and Evolution of the only avian sea creature On the surfaces of warm ocean waters worldwide, flying fish … More
The Last Ice Area
Global warming encroaches on ice in North America’s Arctic Region Summer sea ice, frozen seawater in the Arctic that floats … More
Solar Winds: Are They Dangerous?
The science behind and recent discoveries about solar winds. Have you ever wondered what creates the Aurora Borealis, that enchanting … More
Generating Fusion Energy Through Plasma Confinement
A revolutionary method of harnessing nuclear fusion could solve the world’s energy problem The Sun, the Solar System’s ultimate source … More
Environmental Studies
The Environmental Studies elective, offered to upperclassmen, provides students with a historical and scientific perspective on human interaction with the … More
Current Topics and Research Symposium
Six seniors present science and technology topics at the annual event From embryonic stem cells to the origins of the … More