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Why there is no such thing as race

December 16, 2020

Scientifically speaking, the idea of biologically-based classifications of humans, more commonly referred to as “race,”…

Nerd Knowledge: What is the Plague?

July 16, 2020

Though it never really left, The Black Plague is getting more recognition in the face…

Nerd Knowledge: What is Synthetic Biology?

June 2, 2020

Synthetic biology focuses on creating technologies for designing and building biological organisms.

What is “Herd Immunity”?

May 27, 2020

You might’ve heard the term “herd immunity” being used as a way to fight COVID-19.…

Nerd Knowledge: What is Critical Thinking?

April 29, 2020

Critical thinking is the ability to think clearly and rationally about what to do or…

No, 5G Does Not Cause COVID-19

April 13, 2020

Perhaps one of the most bizarre conspiracy theories to circulate online is the theory that…

Will A Face Mask Protect You From The Coronavirus?

March 9, 2020

Can wearing a medical face mask protect you against the new coronavirus? It’s a question…

Nerd Knowledge: Do Hand Sanitizers Really Work?

February 18, 2020

Hand sanitizers are effective against fungi and enveloped viruses, such as those that cause colds…

Facts You Need To Know About The Coronavirus

February 18, 2020

An updated version of the story that appeared in the February 2, 2020 issue of…

Buying safe electronics: look for the UL label

January 28, 2020

While it is tempting to buy cheap devices Amazon, there is an inherent risk involved.