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Many times, the STEM fields get a lot of publicity and financial support, especially in higher education, but what are the STEM fields and why are they so essential?

This thought-provoking film delves into the nature, technology, and humanity thriving in a small community at the end of the world.

A new small-scale hydrogen fuel cell could be used to make emissions free lawnmowers and chainsaws, according to a new scientific report.

Jellyfish and other gelatinous animals are the subject of a special multi-media report published online by the National Science Foundation.

Today's generation can learn about science by watching The Magic School Bus weekday mornings on TLC and DISC Kids (even though the program is no longer in production).

A recent study shows that families help the environment when they stick together. Fewer divorces means fewer households. That equates to a huge energy savings.

Mathematicians earn high salaries as they build software programs, measure the universe and even help make movies. Governments hope kids may learn to like math.

Throughout its 150 year history, Oregon State University has focused on researching the sciences and strives to be an excellent place to study.

Theories about the first life forms tend to agree on what had to happen, but differ in their explanations of where and how. There are three strong contenders.

An international team of scientists and teachers will break the ice on a two week journey towards the Earth's southern-most continent, from Dec. 11 to 28.

High performance computing, or supercomputing, is designed to create the type of data center services demanded for top research at the world's leading universities.

The Federal Resources for Educational Excellence has free collections available for education, and the climate change units allow for differentiated programming.

Global warming's projected impact upon the world's viticultural microclimates could hurt Pinot Noir, Riesling, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvingnon among others.

Teachers can find funding for their own classroom projects, training, or instructional materials by learning to regularly use public, private and professional resources.

Viruses pose a serious threat to cell phones using Bluetooth technology and multimedia messaging system, according to scientists.

Most teenagers suffer from inadequate sleep, and the consequences can be costly. Though teens' schedules are often packed, there are ways to help kids get enough sleep.

The internet is a group of connected, but decentralized networks.

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is wrapping up the design of a new submersible that will replace the venerable ALVIN.

The Internet began as a small operation in the Department of Defense but many great thinkers and developers have come to make it what it is today.

Unemployment among the blind is over 70 percent, but technology is helping organizations offer training and peer support to blind and visually impaired jobseekers.

Computers have become an integral part to American life, but career interest is declining. Can a renaissance be found in something as simple as a video game?

Many organisations are developing biofuels to replace gasoline, but most of them use food crops. Australian scientists have made a biofuel from forest and garden waste.

Because the Internet is uncontolled and uncensored, there is a potential for severe damage to one's computer if "safe" computing is not practiced.

This article provides readers with information about education research grants and school grants for women.

Geothermal energy was used by humans more than 10,000 years ago. Today In America, Alaska is at the forefront of the movement to discover its electricity potential.

Two psychologists discovered how spacing study sessions improves memory.

New research provides more evidence that ancestors of modern choanoflagellates may be the evolutionary bridge linking single-celled and multi-celled organisms.

To its devotees, nanotechnology is the science of the 21st century. But little is known of the impact that microscopic particles can have on human health.

US science agencies are often led by non-scientist political appointees. This time, however, the head of US marine resources is a world class marine ecologist.

As Mr. Obama's pen meets paper, scientists are planning to write checks, but before they do that, they will probably have to write a grant.

Quest Atlantis is an online game where children learn skills to solve the world's problems, gaining points for social responsibility and compassionate behavior.

One of the goals of the International Year of Astronomy was to brings space to the masses. This is now easier than ever with a low-cost easy-to-assemble telescope.

For years, educational experts have warned about the negative effects of video games. Now, though, more and more educators are advocating for the right kind of games.

Research is a significant part of being a doctor, whether one holds a doctorate of philosophy or a medical degree.

There are many websites for teaching math to children, however the NLVM website combines interactivity and problem solving techniques to help children understand math.

Suddenly another highly important ecological canary in the coal mine, various northeastern bat species, have been found to be molding during hibernation, never to wake.

The stinging creature is a sign of the declining health of waterways worldwide. Be prepared with sting treatment that can save tears and time during beach vacation.

A roundup of schools, educational, self-study, Internet, and print resources for people who want to learn to speak the Ojibwe language.

When it comes to science and technology, politicians face pressure from the lay public and industry alike to support policies leading to immediate, practical benefits.

This linguistic reference tool documents regional English language for use by linguists, teachers, researchers, language learners, and anyone who loves studying words.

Hundreds of years of abuse have destroyed many of the oceans inhabitants, and this poisonous environment may encourage the evolution of strange and dangerous species.

Twenty-seven new embryonic stem cell lines from Harvard have been approved for federally funded use in studying pancreatic development.