Food Health
Posted: October 21, 2020

Is Chocolate Healthy?

Chocolate is a healthful food, right? Maybe that’s what you’ve heard because there are hundreds of legitimate research studies that link chocolate and cocoa to positive health outcomes. But is there any truth to that?

Is Chocolate Healthy?
Posted: October 21, 2020

Celebrate National Chemistry Week with Sticky Science Activities

National Chemistry Week is October 18-24. You, your family, and/or your students can participate with these sticky science suggestions!

Celebrate National Chemistry Week with Sticky Science Activities
Posted: October 15, 2020

Bridging Scientific Data and Lived Experiences to Equitably Prepare for Climate Change

New federal grant funds will support community nonprofits collaborating to equitably develop green resiliency strategies with Richmond communities.

Bridging Scientific Data and Lived Experiences to Equitably Prepare for Climate Change
Posted: October 14, 2020

Stroll in the Sunshine: Vitamin D and the Immune System

Vitamin D, which is technically not a vitamin at all, is important for immune system health. With October's milder temperatures, taking a midday stroll in the sunshine will help your body convert a protein from ultraviolet rays into vitamin D3.

Stroll in the Sunshine: Vitamin D and the Immune System
Posted: October 9, 2020

Ada Lovelace: Computer Programming Pioneer

Ada Lovelace's computer programming idea provided the foundation for tech advances reflected in AI and machine learning we rely on today. Each October we celebrate her work and recognize the contributions of women in STEM.

Ada Lovelace: Computer Programming Pioneer