Learning
What to know about returning to school in the fall under new public health guidelines
New guidance from public health officals sets guidelines for students and teachers return to school in the Fall.
How a grant will address gaps in adolescent mental health access in Brazos Valley
A new grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration awarded to Dr. Carly McCord at Texas A&M University looks to reduce a shortage of adolescent mental health professionals by providing necessary funding and training.
How otters’ muscles enable their cold aquatic life
Sea otters are the smallest marine mammal. As cold-water dwellers, staying warm is a top priority, but their dense fur only goes so far. We have long known that high metabolism generates the heat they need to survive, but we didn’t know how they were producing the heat — until now.
Project-based learning activities in high school increase women’s interest in STEM
In the United States, many students, especially women, do not pursue STEM because their interest in it is not fostered and the content is not tailored to their interests. In 2017, the number of STEM job openings outnumbered the amount of available graduates.