Experimental Musings

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.

An artificial pancreas is a fully automated system that senses glucose readings and increases or decreases insulin delivery with a smart-control algorithm. This innovation could help millions living with Type 1 diabetes, especially children, achieve better glucose management.

Inspiration is a tenet of the Museum. But it isn’t always about what the Museum is doing to inspire others. Sometimes staff draw inspiration from community projects and citizens. Project Engage is just such an initiative.

Recently scientists took a look into the relationships between humans and their assorted animal companions during our current lockdown lifestyle to explore how pets affect us during a pandemic. 

For Alopecia Awareness Month, we're shedding some light on alopecia areata provided by our scientist in residence who has both personal experience and scientific knowledge of the medical condition.