Articles

Cucumbers Do not Grow Underground!
(Science Fun Time: Stories and Activities)

Children connected to nature see how plants grow, understanding what grows above or below ground, and the work involved in farming.


Uranus and Halley: Two Coincidental Discoveries
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

William Herschel detected  a strange object, which was a turning point, while Edmund Halley died before seeing the comet he predicted to return.


Dopamine and Food
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

On the International Day of Happiness, we have to highlight how food and happiness are deeply intertwined.


The Ladies of the Coding World
(Computers and Information Technology)

While women are yet to be fully incorporated in all work fields, in the field of computer science, there is a severe lack of women working in it.


Helicobacter Pylori: The Silent Stomach Invader
(Health and Diseases)

There are several reasons for obscure stomachache, one of which is a hidden enemy that would be the H. pylori, which we explore in this article.


Sweet or Savory: Which Is a Healthier Breakfast Option?
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Breakfasts are considered by many the most important meal; the “best meal” can refer to a healthy nutritious, or simply a delicious breakfast.


The Brain in Your Belly
(Human Body)

Our gut is home to a vast community of microorganisms known as the gut microbiome; this interesting community plays a vital role in our health.


Introduction to Animal Behavior
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Animal behavior includes processes through which animals perceive the world and the internal state of their bodies, and react to changes.


Working out and Fasting
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Some people may think that working out while fasting can pose a health risk, but this is not true and is actually the opposite.

Pencils in a Plastic Water Bag
(Science Fun Time: Stories and Activities)

What do you think would happen if you poked a plastic bag filled with water using sharp pencils?

Gaia: Studying Star Clusters in the Milky Way
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

In late 2013, the European Space Agency launched the Gaia space observatory mission that observed more than one billion celestial objects.


Egyptian Women to Whom Girls Owe Their Education
(Education, Business, and Society)

Examples of women who stood up to the limiting rules of society: Princess Fatma Ismail, Huda Shaarawi, Nabaweya Moussa, and many more.


Water Filters
(Physical and Chemical Sciences)

Out of all the water on Earth, freshwater makes up about 3% only; yet, is it really safe to drink?


Komodo: A Living Dragon with Iron-Coated Teeth
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

While dragons are mythical creatures, the Komodo dragon is a real, living lizard and is one of the closest living examples of a dinosaur.


Dark Web: The Hidden Part of the Internet
(Computers and Information Technology)

The internet we commonly access is known as the surface web; hidden beneath the surface lie the worlds of the deep web and dark web.



Interesting Facts about your: Ears, Nose, and Mouth
(Human Body)

While most parts of the body stop growing and increasing in size in adulthood, the ears and nose appear to continue growing into old age.

Prospects of Discovering Rogue Planets
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

The discovery of rogue planets has prompted many questions about the accuracy of the current theories about planets and stars formation.

Science Communication: What is it?
(Education, Business, and Society)

Science communication generally refers to public communication presenting science-related topics to non-experts.


Educational Conundrum
(Education, Business, and Society)

Education is the most important factor in developing any country; thus, education reform should be at the top of any country’s agenda.


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