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Hypersonics

Students explore thermodynamics and the importance of heat transfer as it relates to speeds over Mach 5.

It’s All in Your Head

Students discover the mechanics of concussions, test and evaluate different helmet materials, and walk away with a better understanding of how future technologies can make athletic play safer.

Jack and the Beanstalk (TEA)

Students will engage in a STEM challenge to build the tallest structure in 25 minutes that can hold a toy figure (Jack) for one minute.

Looking Into Lactase

Students explore enzymatic activity by investigating the mechanism behind lactose intolerance.

Magnets Push, Magnets Pull (TEA)

Students learn about how magnets work and design a solveable magnet maze!

Maintaining a Balance (TEA)

Students will put on their engineering hats to assist in maintaining species populations within an ecosystem.

Metrology: The Science of Measurement

Students will learn the difference between precision and accuracy while using tools like rulers and calipers to measure items and calculate standard deviations.

Micropipette Challenge

This activity introduces students to micropipettes, a commonly-used laboratory tool.

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Mixing Things Up

Students are challenged to determine if powdered drink mixes like Gatorade combine with water to create a mixture or chemically react to create a new substance called Gatorade.

female students smiling in biotechnology lab

Mystery of the Crooked Cell

Students explore genetic diseases and tracing genetics through the use of Punnett squares and gel electrophoresis.

high school student works on wires in lab

Ohm’s Law

Students will work to understand how devices like a three-speed fan or a dimmer switch adjust the flow of electricity in a circuit to have different outputs.