Various psychologists from history have influenced our current understanding of psychology. This article will explore three key figures in the field: Carl Jung, Sigmund Freud, and Abraham Maslow. Sigmund Freud was born in May of 1856 in Austria to Galician Jewish parents. He was a neurologist who made many significant observations, but this article will […]
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Introduction to CRISPR CRISPR is a groundbreaking instrument that is altering lives and making significant impacts in the healthcare sector. CRISPR, an acronym for “Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats,” exists in prokaryotes—tiny, unicellular organisms lacking organelles. These sequences are found within the genomes of prokaryotes, which organize a cell’s DNA in clusters. As a […]
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### Queen’s University – Summer of Science 2025 **Program Overview:** Queen’s University presents a complimentary, virtual “Summer of Science” program running from July to mid-August 2025. Consisting of 12 afternoon sessions, it emphasizes physics, chemistry, and technology. Conducted by members from the McDonald Institute and Carbon to Metal Coating Institute, it addresses subjects like dark […]
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Joyful summer, dear readers! Welcome to the June edition of STEM From Scratch, where we delve into the captivating realm of CRISPR and uncover thrilling opportunities to spark your passion for STEM disciplines. **CRISPR: Decoding the Genetic Blueprint** This month, we’re examining CRISPR, an innovative technology that has reshaped the arena of genetic research. CRISPR, […]
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Computational Chemistry’s New Phase: The Impact of AI Agents and LLMs Computational chemistry is experiencing a substantial shift, spurred by the evolution of large language models (LLMs) and the emergence of AI ‘agents’. This transition promises to broaden the field to enthusiasts outside of traditional experts, democratizing a realm historically reserved for trained professionals. In […]
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Thirty kilograms of deadwood and grass. Temperatures surpassing 500 degrees Celsius. Hours of collective effort to keep the flames alive. Almost 10,000 years ago, a small band of hunter-gatherers in northern Malawi conducted what researchers now identify as Africa’s oldest documented cremation, converting the death of a single woman into a memorable social act. The […]
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A significant number of individuals diagnosed with head and neck cancer derive minimal advantage from immunotherapy, even though these medications are transforming treatments for other conditions. This trend has puzzled oncologists for many years: identical diagnosis, dramatically different results, with scant explanations for why the immune system responds vigorously in some instances while remaining inactive […]
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The UK’s New Year Honours List for 2026 has recognized several esteemed individuals from the chemical sciences community for their remarkable contributions to diverse fields. Among those honored is Claire Gallery-Strong, who has been designated a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for her contributions to the nuclear sector. She is acknowledged […]
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Anyone who has followed my explorations over the years should recognize my appreciation for both polymaths and scholars who defy conventional expectations. Given this, I was thrilled when asked if I would like a review copy of a fresh biography of the seventeenth-century anatomist, palaeologist, geologist, and religious convert, Nicolaus Steno (1638–1686). Naturally, I accepted […]
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The Advanced Research and Invention Agency (Aria) gained attention with its £57 million funding commitment towards high-risk, high-reward research, especially in contentious climate cooling methods. Jamie Durrani spoke with Mark Symes, an electrochemist overseeing the geoengineering initiative at Aria, to explore the agency’s vision and activities. **Motivation and Role at Aria:** Mark Symes was attracted […]
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