# Grasping Memory: The Mechanics of Recall and the Reasons for Forgetting The human brain functions as an exceptional information processor, able to hold a computational equivalent of a **petabyte**—or **100 million gigabytes**. This amounts to the equivalent of **4.7 billion books**. Such a remarkable capacity is made possible by **86 billion neurons**, **400 miles […]
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# The Function of Computer Science in Finance and Economics ## Introduction In recent decades, **Computer Science** has seen a growing presence in **finance and economics**. Leading financial institutions are **utilizing technology** to enhance the speed and accuracy of their investment choices. Firms such as **JP Morgan, Chase, and Barclays** employ **supercomputers** to oversee risk […]
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# Beyond the Five Senses: Investigating Lesser-Known Senses Among Humans and Animals We were mostly educated that humans possess five senses—sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. While these five senses are essential for our interaction with the environment, contemporary science has revealed that humans have many more senses, potentially numbering in the dozens! Furthermore, a […]
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# Welcome Back to STEM from Scratch! ## A Fresh Start for an Enthusiastic Community Welcome back to **STEM from Scratch**’s monthly newsletter! It’s been some time since our last update, and we’re thrilled to reconnect with our inquisitive and creative readers. In case you missed it, **STEM from Scratch** has recently transformed and is […]
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# Johannes Kepler: The Astronomer Who Transformed Our Perception of the Universe ## Introduction Johannes Kepler (1571–1630) stands as a pivotal figure in the annals of astronomy. His contributions established the groundwork for contemporary celestial mechanics and played a vital role in the 17th-century scientific revolution. Kepler’s breakthroughs, notably his laws of planetary motion, provided […]
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# Researchers Create Water-Degradable Polymers from Inedible Seed Oil Scientists have effectively synthesized water-degradable polymers using chemicals obtained from **Brassica carinata** seed oil, setting a foundation for more eco-friendly substitutes to traditional plastics. These **polyesteramides**, developed at the **University of Florida**, preserve their mechanical integrity even with brief water exposure, while significantly breaking down under […]
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# Simon Marius: The Overlooked Astronomer of the Early Telescope Era On **26 December 1624**, Simon Marius, a mathematician, astronomer, and court scientist, died—signifying **four hundred years** since his passing. Despite his impactful contributions to the dawn of telescope-based astronomy, Marius’ legacy has been obscured by the disputes linked to his discoveries and the allegations […]
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# **Charles Babbage: The Mathematician Who Imagined the Future** When individuals come across the name *Charles Babbage* (1791–1871), they usually connect him with the creation of early mechanical computers. Nevertheless, Babbage was much more than just a groundbreaking mathematician. He was an innovator, engineer, economist, reformer of science, founder of scientific associations, and a person […]
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