Science
Robots….Made of Frog Cells?
By Daniel Li
Xenobots are living, programmable nanobots made from cells of the African clawed frog through blending robotics and biology and have the potential to revolutionize fields such as medicine and environmental science through how customizable they are and their unique properties.
Bedroom Media on Sleep Quality
By Gavin Lin
Viewing electronic media before bed limits our sleep quality and sleep quantity in both psychological and physical ways. However, some aspects of bedroom media may benefit sleep.
The Gut-Brain Axis: The Future of Neurological Health
[The gut-brain axis] is a highway for certain neurotransmitters, particles that are used for communication throughout our nervous system, which influence all aspects of our life from learning to body temperatures. However, many researchers have noticed that this connection has a direct link to many physical and mental disorders.
The Roll of the Wheel in Nature
Wheels enable us to commute and reach vast distances, but they are manufactured by humans. However, despite their success, wheels wouldn’t be able to evolve naturally in organisms due to the way bones grow and the rules that allow wheels to function normally.
Stranded In Space: The Starliner Delay and Astronaut Health Risks
The Boeing Starliner left two astronauts stuck on the ISS until 2025 due to a thruster malfunction. The astronauts’ extended time in space can result in adverse effects on their health. Art Request: Two astronauts floating inside a space station
When Space Becomes a Limited Resource: A Revival in Space Law
By Tashfia Diha
However, the recent accumulation is due to an increase in launch traffic from the emergence of non-government entities in the space industry and necessitates stronger global cooperation to preserve the outer space environment for the next generations.
Spooky Action at a Distance
The laws that govern our world scientifically can also be altered. Tags: Physics, Math, Albert Einstein, Defying Laws, Atoms
The Role of Direction, Is Right Right?
Directions have been a main part of human life because evolution has prompted for the development of locomotion, sharper senses, and eventually intelligence. This intelligence would later on foster the beginnings of communication, which took inspiration from certain adaptations for movement to become linguistic patterns.
Plugging One’s Life: A Study of Brain-injured Patients
By Daniel Wu
Life support is a heavy topic that many families of brain-injured patients have to consider, and it is met with many ethical concerns about the quality and value of life.
The Fading Affect Bias
The fading affect bias is an emotional regulation strategy that helps us cope with past experiences and prepare for the future, but it’s not without risks.
The IYPT—a New Opportunity for Physics Enthusiasts at Stuyvesant
By Sophie Zhao
Interested in conducting physics research? Join Stuyvesant’s new IYPT team and investigate diverse topics in physics through research and experimentation!
The Reopening of the Three Mile Island Nuclear Power Plant
By Andrew Zhang
Reopening the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant—which had a partial meltdown in 1979—with cutting-edge technology and enhanced safety measures will benefit the economy, create numerous jobs, and increase sustainable energy production.
Whooping Cough Explained
By Ryan Yang
The recent cases of whooping cough at Stuyvesant High School highlight the importance of vaccination, early diagnosis, and awareness to prevent the spread of this highly contagious and potentially severe respiratory infection.
Too Much Light is Harming Our Health
Daily exposure to bright nighttime lighting has numerous detrimental effects on our health, but there are steps we can take to reduce its impacts.
The Fires That Set LA Ablaze
By Sophie Zhao
Los Angeles’s raging wildfires are the product of perfect environmental conditions of dryness and windiness. Efforts are being taken to reduce the harmful effects of toxic debris.
There’s No Eggs!
The outbreak of H5N1 bird flu across America has decimated poultry populations and caused issues with other animals such as dairy cows and wildlife, leading to egg shortages and concerns of a pathogenic strain that could affect humans.
Red Light or Green Light?: The Science Behind Decision-Making in Netflix’s Squid Game
By Isabel Cho
In Squid Game, the psychological battles faced by contestants reveal both the limits of human endurance and the neuroscience behind stress, survival, and decision-making under extreme pressure.
When AI Goes Wrong: The Healthcare Gamble
By Hana Hirata
The increased reliance of AI, as even small errors or “hallucinations” by AI systems can ultimately harm those who depend on accurate medical care.
Drones: The New Frontline in Wildfire Detection and Combat
By Andrew Zhang
As climate change intensifies wildfire risks, drone technology emerges as a critical and innovative solution for detecting, monitoring, and suppressing increasingly destructive wildfires.
The Moon (Surprisingly) Doesn't Change Size
Humans tend to see the moon as bigger on the horizon than above us, and there are differing answers as to why.
The Magical Helium on the Moon
By Tashfia Diha
Despite the technological issues surrounding this, the potential economic benefits of moon mining outweigh these holdbacks. The potential economic benefits of moon mining outweigh the resources required to improve the required technology.
Microbe Made Fortresses Revolutionize Coastal Defenses
By Daniel Li
Biocementation—via a process known as Microbially Induced Calcite Precipitation—is a promising method for coastal defense against erosion since it is cost effective and eco-friendly compared to traditional methods such as concrete seawalls.
Marine Ecosystems in Garbage Patches
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch has enabled coastal species to invade and thrive in the open ocean, harming native species.
Quantum Sensors: Atomic Details, Monumental Impact
Quantum sensors detect subatomic and atomic shifts, being innovated on to image and detect certain intracellular qualities and processes that provides a promising future in the medical field.
Screens and Well-being: Balancing Use, Avoiding Risks
By Isabel Cho
With the new school year, students should be aware of their screen time and the effects associated with the excessive usage of electronic devices.
Zyn: A Stepping Stone for Predatory Marketing in the Tobacco Industry
By Daniel Wu
The tobacco industry has had a history of predatory marketing in order to draw in lifelong customers who are addicted to their products. Zyn is an oral nicotine pouch which has been surging in popularity through its promotion on social media platforms, targeting younger generations, potentially becoming a new addiction rather than an alternative to smoking.
The Glorification of Ashwagandha
By Hana Hirata
Ashwagandha is proven to help with anxiety, balancing emotions, and sleep, but since credible research surrounding it is limited, its underlying and true long term effects are unknown.
Can Algae Power Your Car?
By Imtiaz Ahmed
Algae-based biofuels offer a promising alternative to fossil fuels, combining potential environmental benefits with a path towards fuel independence.
The Heart of Healing
The temptation to place medical advancement or monetary profit over human rights remains a constant threat to society.
Breathe, Just Breathe
By Emma Musyuk
As students, we experience various stressful situations in all but a single day. However, if you look even a bit further, you will see that just taking a few minutes to focus on your breathing gives you the ability to take control of your situation and persevere through.
Psychology of Voting
By Michelle Huang, Michelle Ng, Ryan Lin, Sonya Cisse
Celebrities have an indisputable influence on politics, but that does not mean we should always take their word.
Psst! The Inside Scoop On How Gossip Affects Your Brain
Talking negatively about people and being involved in drama increases activity in the amygdala, an area in the brain that is closely linked to the prefrontal cortex and is associated with fear, anxiety, and negative emotional states.
Discovering the Roots of Your Musical Taste
Neuroscientific research shows that our brain's reward pathways are activated by familiar musical patterns, and personality traits and values also align with specific music genres, making music a deeply personal and emotional experience.
How Frozen Inspired a New, Icy Blood Vessel Transplant
New, artificial blood vessels made with 3D printed ice hold much promise as a transplant, all thanks to a beloved princess movie.
Solar Flare Season
As of May 2024, there is a continued increase in the number of solar flares ejected by the Sun. Learn more about the causes of this spike in solar activity and its resulting implications on Earth!
Is “Facts First” Always the Priority?
By Amy Zhou
It’s important to consider multiple perspectives, but cognitive dissonance suggests that accepting alternative opinions is uncomfortable to the brain.
The Nature Behind Math and Music
By John Nan
Modern music stems from sounds in nature. Math and science explain the relationship between why we perceive music to be harmonious and how playing music could be beneficial to students.
Psst! The Inside Scoop On How Gossip Affects Your Brain
Talking negatively about people and being involved in drama increases activity in the amygdala, an area in the brain that is closely linked to the prefrontal cortex and is associated with fear, anxiety, and negative emotional states.
Discovering the Roots of Your Musical Taste
Neuroscientific research shows that our brain's reward pathways are activated by familiar musical patterns, and personality traits and values also align with specific music genres, making music a deeply personal and emotional experience.
Plugging One’s Life: A Study of Brain-injured Patients
By Daniel Wu
Life support is a heavy topic that many families of brain-injured patients have to consider, and it is met with many ethical concerns about the quality and value of life.
How Frozen Inspired a New, Icy Blood Vessel Transplant
New, artificial blood vessels made with 3D printed ice hold much promise as a transplant, all thanks to a beloved princess movie.
Solar Flare Season
As of May 2024, there is a continued increase in the number of solar flares ejected by the Sun. Learn more about the causes of this spike in solar activity and its resulting implications on Earth!
The Fading Affect Bias
The fading affect bias is an emotional regulation strategy that helps us cope with past experiences and prepare for the future, but it’s not without risks.
Is “Facts First” Always the Priority?
By Amy Zhou
It’s important to consider multiple perspectives, but cognitive dissonance suggests that accepting alternative opinions is uncomfortable to the brain.
The Fires That Set LA Ablaze
By Sophie Zhao
Los Angeles’s raging wildfires are the product of perfect environmental conditions of dryness and windiness. Efforts are being taken to reduce the harmful effects of toxic debris.
There’s No Eggs!
The outbreak of H5N1 bird flu across America has decimated poultry populations and caused issues with other animals such as dairy cows and wildlife, leading to egg shortages and concerns of a pathogenic strain that could affect humans.
Red Light or Green Light?: The Science Behind Decision-Making in Netflix’s Squid Game
By Isabel Cho
In Squid Game, the psychological battles faced by contestants reveal both the limits of human endurance and the neuroscience behind stress, survival, and decision-making under extreme pressure.
Robots….Made of Frog Cells?
By Daniel Li
Xenobots are living, programmable nanobots made from cells of the African clawed frog through blending robotics and biology and have the potential to revolutionize fields such as medicine and environmental science through how customizable they are and their unique properties.
When AI Goes Wrong: The Healthcare Gamble
By Hana Hirata
The increased reliance of AI, as even small errors or “hallucinations” by AI systems can ultimately harm those who depend on accurate medical care.
Drones: The New Frontline in Wildfire Detection and Combat
By Andrew Zhang
As climate change intensifies wildfire risks, drone technology emerges as a critical and innovative solution for detecting, monitoring, and suppressing increasingly destructive wildfires.
The Moon (Surprisingly) Doesn't Change Size
Humans tend to see the moon as bigger on the horizon than above us, and there are differing answers as to why.
The Magical Helium on the Moon
By Tashfia Diha
Despite the technological issues surrounding this, the potential economic benefits of moon mining outweigh these holdbacks. The potential economic benefits of moon mining outweigh the resources required to improve the required technology.
Microbe Made Fortresses Revolutionize Coastal Defenses
By Daniel Li
Biocementation—via a process known as Microbially Induced Calcite Precipitation—is a promising method for coastal defense against erosion since it is cost effective and eco-friendly compared to traditional methods such as concrete seawalls.
Atomic Clocks
Atomic clocks allow us to precisely define and measure time, and they are crucial aspects in the functioning of our daily lives.
The Psychology of Gift-Giving
By Daniel Wu
Gift-giving is an experience that deepens relationships between the gift giver and the gift recipient, and both benefit from the process’s psychological effects.
The IYPT—a New Opportunity for Physics Enthusiasts at Stuyvesant
By Sophie Zhao
Interested in conducting physics research? Join Stuyvesant’s new IYPT team and investigate diverse topics in physics through research and experimentation!
The Reopening of the Three Mile Island Nuclear Power Plant
By Andrew Zhang
Reopening the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant—which had a partial meltdown in 1979—with cutting-edge technology and enhanced safety measures will benefit the economy, create numerous jobs, and increase sustainable energy production.
Whooping Cough Explained
By Ryan Yang
The recent cases of whooping cough at Stuyvesant High School highlight the importance of vaccination, early diagnosis, and awareness to prevent the spread of this highly contagious and potentially severe respiratory infection.
Bedroom Media on Sleep Quality
By Gavin Lin
Viewing electronic media before bed limits our sleep quality and sleep quantity in both psychological and physical ways. However, some aspects of bedroom media may benefit sleep.
Too Much Light is Harming Our Health
Daily exposure to bright nighttime lighting has numerous detrimental effects on our health, but there are steps we can take to reduce its impacts.
The Brightest Comet In 27 Years
By Sophie Zhao
Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) is the brightest comet in 27 years to travel past Earth. Learn more about comets like Comet A3, how they form, and how to spot them!
The Psychology of Rewatching
Rewatching familiar movies provides psychological comfort and reduces cognitive effort, helping individuals manage stress and emotional strain through the reinforcement of neural pathways.
The Gut-Brain Axis: The Future of Neurological Health
[The gut-brain axis] is a highway for certain neurotransmitters, particles that are used for communication throughout our nervous system, which influence all aspects of our life from learning to body temperatures. However, many researchers have noticed that this connection has a direct link to many physical and mental disorders.
Marine Ecosystems in Garbage Patches
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch has enabled coastal species to invade and thrive in the open ocean, harming native species.
Quantum Sensors: Atomic Details, Monumental Impact
Quantum sensors detect subatomic and atomic shifts, being innovated on to image and detect certain intracellular qualities and processes that provides a promising future in the medical field.
The Roll of the Wheel in Nature
Wheels enable us to commute and reach vast distances, but they are manufactured by humans. However, despite their success, wheels wouldn’t be able to evolve naturally in organisms due to the way bones grow and the rules that allow wheels to function normally.
Screens and Well-being: Balancing Use, Avoiding Risks
By Isabel Cho
With the new school year, students should be aware of their screen time and the effects associated with the excessive usage of electronic devices.
Stranded In Space: The Starliner Delay and Astronaut Health Risks
The Boeing Starliner left two astronauts stuck on the ISS until 2025 due to a thruster malfunction. The astronauts’ extended time in space can result in adverse effects on their health. Art Request: Two astronauts floating inside a space station
When Space Becomes a Limited Resource: A Revival in Space Law
By Tashfia Diha
However, the recent accumulation is due to an increase in launch traffic from the emergence of non-government entities in the space industry and necessitates stronger global cooperation to preserve the outer space environment for the next generations.
Spooky Action at a Distance
The laws that govern our world scientifically can also be altered. Tags: Physics, Math, Albert Einstein, Defying Laws, Atoms
Zyn: A Stepping Stone for Predatory Marketing in the Tobacco Industry
By Daniel Wu
The tobacco industry has had a history of predatory marketing in order to draw in lifelong customers who are addicted to their products. Zyn is an oral nicotine pouch which has been surging in popularity through its promotion on social media platforms, targeting younger generations, potentially becoming a new addiction rather than an alternative to smoking.
The Glorification of Ashwagandha
By Hana Hirata
Ashwagandha is proven to help with anxiety, balancing emotions, and sleep, but since credible research surrounding it is limited, its underlying and true long term effects are unknown.
The Role of Direction, Is Right Right?
Directions have been a main part of human life because evolution has prompted for the development of locomotion, sharper senses, and eventually intelligence. This intelligence would later on foster the beginnings of communication, which took inspiration from certain adaptations for movement to become linguistic patterns.
Can Algae Power Your Car?
By Imtiaz Ahmed
Algae-based biofuels offer a promising alternative to fossil fuels, combining potential environmental benefits with a path towards fuel independence.
The Heart of Healing
The temptation to place medical advancement or monetary profit over human rights remains a constant threat to society.
Breathe, Just Breathe
By Emma Musyuk
As students, we experience various stressful situations in all but a single day. However, if you look even a bit further, you will see that just taking a few minutes to focus on your breathing gives you the ability to take control of your situation and persevere through.
