Science
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.
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.
Taste Bud Evolution
By Grace Jung
Kids and vegetables have historically been a problematic combination. However, there is a scientific reason behind it.
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.
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.
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.
The Joy of Sleep Deprivation
By Erica Wong
While a continuous lack of sleep may hinder our health, new research has shown that mild sleep deprivation could rapidly reverse depressive side effects for a short period of time.
A Snapshot of the World of Electrons
By Sophie Zhao
The 2023 winners of the Nobel Prize in Physics developed and implemented a technique to record electron behavior.
Why Is Paper So Tear-ible?
By James Li
Our schools remain paper-dominated despite the economic and environmental consequences; digitization provides a solution with numerous advantages.
Can Humans Harness the Limb Regeneration Abilities of Salamanders?
The remarkable adaptations of salamanders provide a glimpse into the future of regenerative medicine and its application to humans.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
According To Consciousness, Lemons Aren’t Sour
By Elma Khan
Consciousness is not a new phenomenon: it even precedes the Big Bang.
The Possible Cosmic Culprit Behind Computer Errors
Cosmic rays—streams of charged particles—can negatively affect terrestrial technology.
The Science Behind Autumn’s Spectacular Leaf Transformation
By Vinson Chen
Shedding light on why and how some trees’ leaves turn yellow, orange, and red each fall, and why others don’t.
Brain Fog in the Air
Recently, connections were discovered between exposure to air pollution and gradual, short-term memory loss.
Earth’s Desert Disease
By Gary Jiang
Desertification is a detrimental process that is slowly converting Earth’s biomes to fragile deserts as a result of human practices and needs to be dealt with fast or else it will become unstoppable.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Taste Bud Evolution
By Grace Jung
Kids and vegetables have historically been a problematic combination. However, there is a scientific reason behind it.
A New Method of Execution: Nitrogen Hypoxia
By Ryan Yang
Nitrogen hypoxia is a novel method of execution. However, its ethics remains a question.
A Breakthrough in Alzheimer’s Research
By Maya Soni
How a practice banned in 1985 can help cure an elusive disease.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Joy of Sleep Deprivation
By Erica Wong
While a continuous lack of sleep may hinder our health, new research has shown that mild sleep deprivation could rapidly reverse depressive side effects for a short period of time.
A Snapshot of the World of Electrons
By Sophie Zhao
The 2023 winners of the Nobel Prize in Physics developed and implemented a technique to record electron behavior.
According To Consciousness, Lemons Aren’t Sour
By Elma Khan
Consciousness is not a new phenomenon: it even precedes the Big Bang.
The Possible Cosmic Culprit Behind Computer Errors
Cosmic rays—streams of charged particles—can negatively affect terrestrial technology.
Why Is Paper So Tear-ible?
By James Li
Our schools remain paper-dominated despite the economic and environmental consequences; digitization provides a solution with numerous advantages.
Can Humans Harness the Limb Regeneration Abilities of Salamanders?
The remarkable adaptations of salamanders provide a glimpse into the future of regenerative medicine and its application to humans.
The Science Behind Autumn’s Spectacular Leaf Transformation
By Vinson Chen
Shedding light on why and how some trees’ leaves turn yellow, orange, and red each fall, and why others don’t.
Brain Fog in the Air
Recently, connections were discovered between exposure to air pollution and gradual, short-term memory loss.
Rejection to Triumph: Katalin Karikó
Karikó’s incredible journey from impoverished beginnings in Hungary to making discoveries integral to vaccine development is a testament to her success.