Science Communication

Unpacking the mess(aging) of climate change — It is much, much worse than you think. That’s the beginning of The Uninhabitable Earth, the 2019 book by David Wallace-Wells. He writes: “The slowness of climate change is a fairy tale, perhaps as pernicious as the one that says it isn’t happening at all…” That same year, a report…

How to Make a Science Project A science project is a great way to learn about a particular scientific topic. The scientific method is used to test hypotheses and observe results. There are many different types of science projects that can be conducted. Planning is important to ensure that the project is successful. …

How to Make a Homemade Volcano Making a volcano is a fun and easy science project that you can do at home. With just a few simple materials, you can create an eruption that’s sure to impress. In this blog post, we’ll show you how to make a homemade volcano step-by-step. We’ll also give some tips…

How to Have a Blast at the Science Center of Iowa The Science Center of Iowa is a great place to have fun and learn about science. With a variety of exhibits, there is something for everyone at the Science Center of Iowa. …

You think you’ve just found a model that explains everything. Let’s make sure that you’re not missing anything. — Since I’ve gotten more and more visible on the internet, I’ve had more people asking me to check out their alternative theories, models, equations, etc. This experience seems to be quite common among scientists. While a lot of scientists get annoyed at these amateur scientists, I understand that a lot…