STEM NEWS

Math: A Winona State researcher explores whether math models can be used to predict relapses in those with addiction disorders.

Robotics: U of MN and industry researchers are developing a solar-powered, self-driving mower for use by farmers.

Health: U of MN researchers find greater health benefits to walking in green spaces than urban spaces.

Biology: A team of researchers conclude that a sixth mass extinction occurred 260 million years ago.

Microbiology: Researchers have found that a hormone released by bones drives the fight or flight response in mammals, not adrenaline.

Genetics : Scientists are exploring whether CRISPR can help reduce worldwide biodiversity loss.

Natural History: An ancient skull discovered three years ago in Ethiopia is shaking up the human evolutionary tree.

LOCAL RESOURCES FOCUS: Upcoming Events

Guided Birding Walk at the Bell Museum

September 21, St. Paul

Smithsonian Magazine Day at the Bakken Museum

September 21, Minneapolis

MAS Program Updates

Science Bowl
ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS OCTOBER 1!
High School Science Bowl :
January 25, 2020
Macalester College
Team Entry Deadline: December 15, 2019