Stem Facts
05/01/2022
A hummingbird is not only able to fly backwards but also upward, downwards as well as sustain hovering. These abilities of the hummingbirds are contributed by […]
Article
02/12/2021
Perfume has a rich history, blending science and art—learn how scents are made, why they last differently, and how they connect to our body chemistry.
Stem is Fun
16/11/2021
Test your knowledge of biology with this activity sheet! (Part 2) Part 1 Part 3
Stem is Fun
16/11/2021
Test your knowledge of biology with this activity sheet! (Part 2) Part 1 Part 2
Article
16/11/2021
Burping is your body’s way of releasing excess gas, often from swallowed air or fizzy drinks. Eating slowly and skipping soda can help reduce it.
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 […]
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
Explore the chemistry behind baking a cake: from leavening agents to Maillard reactions, each ingredient plays a vital role in creating a delicious masterpiece.
