Science
Purple: Nature’s Rarest Color
By Gary Jiang
The color purple is more than just a rare color, serving as a window into the mysterious processes of color expression in our natural world.
Unlocking of a "Dead" Galaxy from the Dawn of Time
Peering into the depths of our solar system, astronomers confront the daunting reality: we barely scratch the surface of understanding the boundless void that surrounds us.
Why We Don’t Stop Believin'
By Karina Gupta
Cognitive biases make humans extremely susceptible to misinformation. Evolutionary advantages, brain activity, and human nature may help explain this vulnerability and provide insight into how it can be avoided.
Resolving the Grandfather Paradox
By Sophie Zhao
The grandfather paradox has intrigued the scientific community for decades regarding time travel and causality. Though some believe that the paradox can’t happen, others believe that quantum mechanics can resolve the paradox.
New York City is Sinking
By Sonya Cisse
Our school is just as vulnerable to flooding as the rest of the buildings in the neighborhood—as students, we can help by spreading awareness about the BPCA’s project and volunteering with the BPCA to help keep our city safe.
Taste Bud Evolution
By Grace Jung
Kids and vegetables have historically been a problematic combination. However, there is a scientific reason behind it.
The Drug Behind the Hollywood Tragedy
American-Canadian actor Matthew Perry’s recent death has sent shockwaves into the world and raised numerous questions about the future of ketamine.
Euthanization: Ethics vs. Legality
The ethical dilemma surrounding euthanization raises questions about the importance of life in the face of chronic pain and suffering, the medical autonomy of individuals, and the obligations of medical professionals.
A Student’s Worst Nightmare: Sleep?
By Isabel Cho
Though people recognize the importance of sleep, they often find that creating a healthy sleep schedule is difficult because of the effects of sleep deprivation and oversleeping.
Confronting Flaws Within Rising Facial Recognition Technology
By Hana Hirata
Understanding the processes necessary for accurate facial recognition aids in comprehending the flaws of AI and how it can be improved, especially in crime.
Night of the Living Robots
By Elma Khan
Using human cells, scientists have developed tiny “biological robots” that possess the potential to promote and speed up cell regeneration and repair.
Gatorade: Is It Worth the Hype?
By Ryan Yang
Gatorade is marketed as an effective sports drink that replenishes and hydrates the body. However, it is not actually the best option for most athletes.
How Renewable Energy Powered the Super Bowl
By Sonya Cisse
As the host for the 58th annual Super Bowl, held on Sunday, February 11, 2024, Allegiant Stadium employed these sustainable energy practices to accommodate over 65,000 fans, reporters, staff members, and athletes in the 1.8 million square-foot building.
Visible In NYC: The April 8th Solar Eclipse
By Sophie Zhao
For the first time in decades, New York State will be in the path of totality for the eclipse on April 8, 2024. Learn more about how eclipses work, scientific research on eclipses, when to view the eclipse this year, and how to watch it safely!
Unveiling the Duel: Handwritten vs. Typed Notes
Handwriting notes has been consistently shown to promote better learning, memory retention, and information recall compared to typing, as it engages the brain more actively in the encoding process, facilitating improved connectivity across brain regions and ultimately enhancing academic performance.
Piggy Pumps: A New Era in Kidney Transplantation
69 genetic edits were made to a pig’s kidney to successfully suit the needs of a human being.
The Science Behind Abortion Pills
By Aarya Balakrishnan, Sonya Cisse
As restrictions over reproductive healthcare continue to increase, many women turn to a simpler, self-administered, method of abortion—medication abortion.
Oppenheimer: The Father of the Atomic Bomb
By Sonya Cisse
Oppenheimer is a complicated historical figure who raises important questions about science in society.
The Science Behind Rejection
By Isabel Cho
Rejection, though a painful process physically and neurologically, is an important experience for students to learn and grow from.
Bilingualism on the Brain
Multilingualism, beyond cultural and educational benefits, may have effects on the brain that could improve cognitive function throughout life.
Astronaut Cognitive Issues: Houston, Are the Neurons Ready to Take Off?
By Tashfia Diha
An overlooked side of being an astronaut is their mental health, specifically cognitive issues, and how these can stem from space radiation and prolonged microgravity.
The Power of Language
Using positive language instead of negative language can greatly impact our mindset, well-being, and productivity by activating motivational centers in the brain and reducing stress.
Beyond the Label: Unveiling the Nanoplastics in Modern Society
By Isabel Cho
According to a recent study, bottled water contains 100 times more tiny plastic particles than previously thought.
A New Method of Execution: Nitrogen Hypoxia
By Ryan Yang
Nitrogen hypoxia is a novel method of execution. However, its ethics remains a question.
Why Are We Scent-Imental?
The connection between scents and emotions explores how our sense of smell can significantly influence our mood and well-being. There are many uses of odors ranging from creating personal experiences to marketing strategies.
A Breakthrough in Alzheimer’s Research
By Maya Soni
How a practice banned in 1985 can help cure an elusive disease.
Plugged In and Taking Off: Electric Planes Hit the Skies
By Imtiaz Ahmed
Electric aircraft promise a cleaner and cheaper future for aviation, but overcoming existing technological hurdles will be key to a complete revolution in the aviation industry.
Your Gut Microbiome Might be Giving You Social Anxiety
By Sonya Cisse
Recent scientific research has shown that bacteria in the gut microbiome is related to having Social Anxiety Disorder. The research is anticipated to revolutionize future treatment.
Growing Green: Assessing the Realities of Organic Farming
The idea that the organic label always means environmentally friendly is questioned by the ongoing debate about how organic farming affects the environment. Even though organic farming tries to avoid artificial pesticides and make soil healthier, recent research shows we need a careful approach that considers both helping the environment and producing food efficiently, especially as more people pick organic products.
Baricitinib: A Cure for Type I Diabetes?
By Erica Wong
Type I Diabetes requires demanding treatment through the injection of insulin into the body; however, a pre-existing drug, baricitinib, may reduce the need for insulin injections.
Hycean Planets: Exploring New Horizons in the Search for Extraterrestrial Life
By Vinson Chen
Hycean planets may be the key to finding extraterrestrial life in the near future.
Polar Lights: A Mirage Concealing the Sun’s Destructive Activities
By Gary Jiang
Though the polar lights are beautiful and mesmerizing, they conceal the truth about solar storms and the chaotic, destructive nature of the Sun.
Start Holding Your Breath: Unexpected Exposure to Second-Hand Smoking
By Grace Jung
A deep dive into the dangerous health consequences of secondhand smoke.
Born Out of This World
By Sophie Zhao
Dutch Company SpaceBorn United proposes the use of special IVF technology to make human reproduction in space possible.
From Smoke To Diamonds: Transforming CO2 to Precious Gems
By Elma Khan
A revolutionary environmentally-conscious process has allowed for the production of synthetic diamonds using carbon dioxide from the air.
The Bacteria (And Worms) That Can Save the World
Bacteria and mealworms are possible saviors to our plastic and rubber pollution crises.
Ozempic’s a “Game Changer,” but Only if You Can Get Your Hands on It
By Amy Zhou
The diabetes medication Ozempic has become popular as a weight-loss drug, leading to problems for people who need it the most.
Purple: Nature’s Rarest Color
By Gary Jiang
The color purple is more than just a rare color, serving as a window into the mysterious processes of color expression in our natural world.
Visible In NYC: The April 8th Solar Eclipse
By Sophie Zhao
For the first time in decades, New York State will be in the path of totality for the eclipse on April 8, 2024. Learn more about how eclipses work, scientific research on eclipses, when to view the eclipse this year, and how to watch it safely!
Unveiling the Duel: Handwritten vs. Typed Notes
Handwriting notes has been consistently shown to promote better learning, memory retention, and information recall compared to typing, as it engages the brain more actively in the encoding process, facilitating improved connectivity across brain regions and ultimately enhancing academic performance.
Piggy Pumps: A New Era in Kidney Transplantation
69 genetic edits were made to a pig’s kidney to successfully suit the needs of a human being.
The Science Behind Abortion Pills
By Aarya Balakrishnan, Sonya Cisse
As restrictions over reproductive healthcare continue to increase, many women turn to a simpler, self-administered, method of abortion—medication abortion.
Oppenheimer: The Father of the Atomic Bomb
By Sonya Cisse
Oppenheimer is a complicated historical figure who raises important questions about science in society.
The Science Behind Rejection
By Isabel Cho
Rejection, though a painful process physically and neurologically, is an important experience for students to learn and grow from.
Unlocking of a "Dead" Galaxy from the Dawn of Time
Peering into the depths of our solar system, astronomers confront the daunting reality: we barely scratch the surface of understanding the boundless void that surrounds us.
Bilingualism on the Brain
Multilingualism, beyond cultural and educational benefits, may have effects on the brain that could improve cognitive function throughout life.
Astronaut Cognitive Issues: Houston, Are the Neurons Ready to Take Off?
By Tashfia Diha
An overlooked side of being an astronaut is their mental health, specifically cognitive issues, and how these can stem from space radiation and prolonged microgravity.
Why We Don’t Stop Believin'
By Karina Gupta
Cognitive biases make humans extremely susceptible to misinformation. Evolutionary advantages, brain activity, and human nature may help explain this vulnerability and provide insight into how it can be avoided.
The Power of Language
Using positive language instead of negative language can greatly impact our mindset, well-being, and productivity by activating motivational centers in the brain and reducing stress.
Kessler Syndrome: The Space Debris Domino Effect
By Imtiaz Ahmed
The growing threat of Kessler syndrome and space debris in general threatens the satellites that make our daily lives possible, and will require technological advancements and international cooperation to deal with.
The Secret Behind Springtime Sniffles
New insight into the molecular mechanisms behind allergic reactions has been unveiled, which leads us a step closer to banishing the infamous seasonal congestion.
How Renewable Energy Powered the Super Bowl
By Sonya Cisse
As the host for the 58th annual Super Bowl, held on Sunday, February 11, 2024, Allegiant Stadium employed these sustainable energy practices to accommodate over 65,000 fans, reporters, staff members, and athletes in the 1.8 million square-foot building.
What's Funny? The Science of Laughter
By Gary Jiang
Although laughter is an extremely simple gesture as a reaction to something funny, it is a lot more complex in its usage from an evolutionary standpoint and in social interactions of our daily lives.
The Fountain of Youth May be Within You
Tools to live a longer life, once only thought to be achieved through mythical means, could live closer to home than we thought.
Resolving the Grandfather Paradox
By Sophie Zhao
The grandfather paradox has intrigued the scientific community for decades regarding time travel and causality. Though some believe that the paradox can’t happen, others believe that quantum mechanics can resolve the paradox.
Beyond the Label: Unveiling the Nanoplastics in Modern Society
By Isabel Cho
According to a recent study, bottled water contains 100 times more tiny plastic particles than previously thought.
A New Method of Execution: Nitrogen Hypoxia
By Ryan Yang
Nitrogen hypoxia is a novel method of execution. However, its ethics remains a question.
New York City is Sinking
By Sonya Cisse
Our school is just as vulnerable to flooding as the rest of the buildings in the neighborhood—as students, we can help by spreading awareness about the BPCA’s project and volunteering with the BPCA to help keep our city safe.
Why Are We Scent-Imental?
The connection between scents and emotions explores how our sense of smell can significantly influence our mood and well-being. There are many uses of odors ranging from creating personal experiences to marketing strategies.
Taste Bud Evolution
By Grace Jung
Kids and vegetables have historically been a problematic combination. However, there is a scientific reason behind it.
A Breakthrough in Alzheimer’s Research
By Maya Soni
How a practice banned in 1985 can help cure an elusive disease.
Plugged In and Taking Off: Electric Planes Hit the Skies
By Imtiaz Ahmed
Electric aircraft promise a cleaner and cheaper future for aviation, but overcoming existing technological hurdles will be key to a complete revolution in the aviation industry.
The Drug Behind the Hollywood Tragedy
American-Canadian actor Matthew Perry’s recent death has sent shockwaves into the world and raised numerous questions about the future of ketamine.
Your Gut Microbiome Might be Giving You Social Anxiety
By Sonya Cisse
Recent scientific research has shown that bacteria in the gut microbiome is related to having Social Anxiety Disorder. The research is anticipated to revolutionize future treatment.
Growing Green: Assessing the Realities of Organic Farming
The idea that the organic label always means environmentally friendly is questioned by the ongoing debate about how organic farming affects the environment. Even though organic farming tries to avoid artificial pesticides and make soil healthier, recent research shows we need a careful approach that considers both helping the environment and producing food efficiently, especially as more people pick organic products.
Baricitinib: A Cure for Type I Diabetes?
By Erica Wong
Type I Diabetes requires demanding treatment through the injection of insulin into the body; however, a pre-existing drug, baricitinib, may reduce the need for insulin injections.
Euthanization: Ethics vs. Legality
The ethical dilemma surrounding euthanization raises questions about the importance of life in the face of chronic pain and suffering, the medical autonomy of individuals, and the obligations of medical professionals.
A Student’s Worst Nightmare: Sleep?
By Isabel Cho
Though people recognize the importance of sleep, they often find that creating a healthy sleep schedule is difficult because of the effects of sleep deprivation and oversleeping.
Confronting Flaws Within Rising Facial Recognition Technology
By Hana Hirata
Understanding the processes necessary for accurate facial recognition aids in comprehending the flaws of AI and how it can be improved, especially in crime.
Hycean Planets: Exploring New Horizons in the Search for Extraterrestrial Life
By Vinson Chen
Hycean planets may be the key to finding extraterrestrial life in the near future.
Night of the Living Robots
By Elma Khan
Using human cells, scientists have developed tiny “biological robots” that possess the potential to promote and speed up cell regeneration and repair.
Polar Lights: A Mirage Concealing the Sun’s Destructive Activities
By Gary Jiang
Though the polar lights are beautiful and mesmerizing, they conceal the truth about solar storms and the chaotic, destructive nature of the Sun.
Start Holding Your Breath: Unexpected Exposure to Second-Hand Smoking
By Grace Jung
A deep dive into the dangerous health consequences of secondhand smoke.
Born Out of This World
By Sophie Zhao
Dutch Company SpaceBorn United proposes the use of special IVF technology to make human reproduction in space possible.
Gatorade: Is It Worth the Hype?
By Ryan Yang
Gatorade is marketed as an effective sports drink that replenishes and hydrates the body. However, it is not actually the best option for most athletes.
