Stem Facts
02/11/2021
Almost all cultivated carrots before the 16th century were purple in colour, with yellow and white carrots rarely appearing in mutant varieties. The Dutch farmers once […]
Study of living organisms, systems, evolution, functions, interactions, and diversity.
Stem Facts
02/11/2021
Our fingers wrinkles when it is exposed to water for a longer period. Why does this happen? This is not because the skin absorbs the water, […]
02/11/2021
Dr Felicita Fedelis shares her journey into science communication, from early curiosity to research and inspiring public understanding of science.
Stem Facts
13/10/2021
Recent scientific research has revealed a fascinating case of “iterative evolution” involving the Aldabra white-throated rail bird. Previously thought to have gone extinct approximately 100,000 years […]
Stem Facts
13/10/2021
The wildebeest are members of the antelope family but they resemble a small cow in appearance. They move in large herds that can contain up to […]
Stem Facts
13/10/2021
Giraffes have an unusual dietary habit to enable them to grow to their full potential height. Giraffes eat mostly leaves and rarely grass, but from time […]
Article
01/10/2021
Discover the environmental benefits of recycling coffee grounds: nutrient-rich fertiliser, waste reduction, and sustainable soil enrichment.
Article
14/09/2021
A fossil skull dug up along a river in Harbin, China, raised multiple questions related to the human lineage as the skull was once part of […]
Stem Facts
09/09/2021
The coelacanths belong to an ancient order which is more related to amphibians. This living fossil was thought to have gone extinct 66 million years ago, […]
Stem Facts
09/09/2021
Our brain uses about 20 percent of the total calories we consume, mostly in the form of glucose. We often feel extremely happy after eating something […]
Stem Facts
09/09/2021
In a way, yes! Our body indeed runs on electricity. For this to happen, our neurons have to communicate with one another quickly. These neurons shoot […]
Stem is Fun
03/09/2021
Test your knowledge of biology with this activity sheet! (Part 2) Part 2 Part 3
