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Children and Robotics

Working with robotics in STEM at a young age can help to develop a wide range of skills. Robotics projects often involve figuring out how to make a robot move, sense its environment, or perform a specific task. This exposure can help children to develop critical problem-solving skills that they…

Reggie RegoJanuary 31, 2023

Education Science

Where does the United States rank globally in science?

The United States has long been considered a leader in scientific research and innovation. However, in recent years, other countries have been catching up, and the U.S. has fallen behind in certain areas. According to the latest data from the National Science Board, the U.S. ranks third in the world…

KavenJanuary 27, 2023

Education Science Technology

Back to reality

The world has slowly begun to unfreeze from this pseudo-ice age. As our events have returned to in-person, people have embraced the learning experiences. Seeing children participate in events and launch drones for the first time all over again sets precedence. We can work to increase critical thinking in children…

Reggie RegoNovember 23, 2022

Press Releases

Applications now open for Miami-Dade County’s BizUp grant program

Miami-Dade Mayor, Daniella Levine Cava, and District 2 Commissioner, Jean Monestime, have just launched the BIzUp Grant program and invite Miami-Dade County businesses to apply to a pitch competition for a chance to win one of several $50,000 grants, and a top grant valued at $100,000, including 12 months of technical assistance from StartUp FIU.

KavenJanuary 2, 2023

Technology Women Matter

Irene Loilot-Curie and Gender Equality

Throughout the years women have fought hard for gender equality. This is one the the most crucial discussions we are having as a society today. It takes courageous women to break barriers and fight for the love of science. Women like Irene Joliot-Curie have paved the way for women throughout…

Daniela ZapataNovember 20, 2019

Technology

A Brief History of the Endangered Species Act

The Endangered Species Act: The ESA was passed in 1973 with the goal of protecting and recovering populations of species in danger of extinction, as well as the habitats in which they live. Five threat factors are listed in Section 4(a) of the act as qualifications for listing: (A) the…

KavenNovember 20, 2019

Press Releases Technology

Save Our Seas Act to Fund Critical Ocean Plastic Threat

Press Release: Bipartisan Save Our Seas Act to Fund Critical Marine Debris Programs amid Growing Ocean Plastic Threat On Wednesday, July 25, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Save Our Seas Act in a voice vote, paving the way for the bill to become law and thereby reauthorizing the…

KavenNovember 20, 2019

Energy

The Opportunities from Florida’s 2016 Solar Energy Amendment

With a nickname like “The Sunshine State”, it’s no surprise that solar power is very feasible in Florida due to the amount of sunshine the state receives. Though Florida is uniquely positioned for solar power generation, current state law has only recently allowed Third Party Owners (TPO) to sell, lease, or…

KavenNovember 20, 2019

Energy

Benefits of Switching to Renewable Energy

Solar panels and wind turbines are known to produce less carbon dioxide than power plants that burn fossil fuel. Less carbon dioxide is not the only benefit produced by these technologies and they need to be noticed. Switching to solar panels and wind turbines can create a vast amount of…

Daniela ZapataAugust 13, 2018

Education

Surviving Your Childs Math Class

Math seems to be taught different these days. The simplicity of 2 oranges + 2 oranges = 4 oranges problem has been dissected and taught in what seems a much more intricate way. Now, children are most likely learning to solve real problems like figuring out how many oranges they…

Daniela ZapataJuly 24, 2018

Women Matter

Fight For Gender Equality

Women like Sheryl Sandberg, who have built a reputation by telling women to just “lean in” to get what we want at work has helped pave the way for gender equality. By now, many of us know that the gender pay gap is a real and ongoing issue. Women are…

Daniela ZapataJuly 23, 2018

Education Income Inequality Mathematics Opinion Science

Public Schools vs Private Schools

The debate between public and private schools seems to be an ongoing argument. While each have their pros and cons, it is safe to say one is not necessarily better than the other. When parents look to decide where they want their children to go the question really isn’t what…

Daniela ZapataJuly 16, 2018

Education Engineering Entrepreneurship Ethnic Diversity Opinion Science Technology Women Matter

So How Do Nonprofit Organization Benefit Our Society?

Nonprofit organizations provide programs and services to the community. When there is a need in the community these organizations are formed to fill in the cracks. By definition, a nonprofit organization is formed for the purpose of serving a public or mutual benefit other than the pursuit of accumulation of…

Daniela ZapataJuly 10, 2018

Education Engineering Mathematics Opinion Science Technology Women Matter

Communities Prosper Because of Nonprofits

Nonprofit organizations are made to help as many individuals and families on a daily basis. They Do many things to help our community be better and make sure everyone is protected, educated, and nurtured. Nonprofits give the community hope and a breath of fresh air when needed. They are here…

Daniela ZapataJuly 9, 2018

Education Engineering Ethnic Diversity Mathematics Opinion Science Technology Women Matter

The Connection Between Autism and STEM Fields

A study published in the journal of autism and developmental disorders found that students with autism choose majors in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) at a higher rate than students in the general population. Yet student with autism enroll into college at lower rates. People with an autism spectrum…

Daniela ZapataJuly 3, 2018

Children and Robotics

Where does the United States rank globally in science?

Back to reality

Applications now open for Miami-Dade County’s BizUp grant program

Irene Loilot-Curie and Gender Equality

A Brief History of the Endangered Species Act

Save Our Seas Act to Fund Critical Ocean Plastic Threat

The Opportunities from Florida’s 2016 Solar Energy Amendment

Benefits of Switching to Renewable Energy

Surviving Your Childs Math Class

Fight For Gender Equality

Public Schools vs Private Schools

So How Do Nonprofit Organization Benefit Our Society?

Communities Prosper Because of Nonprofits

The Connection Between Autism and STEM Fields

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