Science experiments are a fun, educational way to entertain kids at home so here are 5 easy experiments to try.

Editor’s note: This is part of a series called “The Day Tomorrow Began,” which explores the history of breakthroughs at UChicago. Learn more here. A field experiment is a research method that uses ...

In this column, we believe in randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trials. Others may start popping a new supplement because their friend said it made them feel good, strap on the latest ...

Overview: Using segments from the PBS program: The Human Spark, students learn how to design and critique experiments with living subjects. In the Introductory Activity, students explore the steps ...

I've long been a fan of time-limited self-experiments, but I've typically done 21 or 30-day experiments. Recently I stumbled across a YouTube series featuring a woman, Lucie Fink, who does five-day ...

Source: NOVA: "Galileo's Battle for the Heavens" This resource can be found on the NOVA: "Galileo's Battle for the Heavens" Web site. The motion of objects fascinated Galileo throughout his life. When ...

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