Calling All Scientists!
We’re working to show middle-school students why studying chemistry matters – and we want to hear from you!
What’s New
They’re Up for the Challenge! Are You?
The National Challenge is only a few weeks away, and our 36 participants are studying hard for their chance to show off what they’ve learned in Philadelphia! Their efforts haven’t escaped the attention of local press – we’ve seen a steady stream of articles about our State Challenge winners and their national aspirations.
Sneak Peek: 2015 National Challenge
Curious about how the 2015 National You Be The Chemist Challenge® competition will connect our participants and guests with companies that support STEM education in their communities? Well, here’s a sneak peek…
Summer Science: Fun in the Sun!
The school year may be winding to a close, but summer break doesn’t have to be a vacation from learning science! Warmer weather is the perfect opportunity for students of all ages to get outside and explore the world around them.
Sneak Peek: 2015 National Challenge
Curious about how the 2015 NationalYou Be The ChemistChallenge® competition will be bigger and more action-packed than ever? Well, here’s a sneak peek…
Meet the Next Generation of STEM
While some students are just dipping their toes into the sea of STEM research and career opportunities, others are already making waves! A special U.S. News report profiles 16 young scientists (ages 13-21) who are “making extraordinary strides in medical research, energy, computer sciences and other STEM fields.”
Hands-On Science in the Ocean State
On May 16, 20 science teachers in Providence, RI attended one of our Essential Elements professional development workshops. Over bagels and coffee, local teachers brought their enthusiasm and curiosity to the fore as we guided them through our hands-on, interactive teaching methods, proven to get young scientists buzzing about chemistry.
Not Your Average Science Text
Veronica Berns wrote a doctoral thesis in chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her topic? Quasicrystals: arrangements of atoms structured like crystals – but with a few non-crystalline quirks. Her problem? None of her family or friends could understand what she was working on. Berns solved that problem with a little creativity…
Sneak Peek: 2015 National Challenge
Curious about how the 2015 National You Be The Chemist Challenge® competition will be highlighting chemistry and STEM-related jobs? Well, here’s a sneak peek…
Two Educators Awarded $150 Cash Prize
Thank you to all of the educators who participated in our Activity Guides survey! Your feedback and input is helping us to continually improve the quality of our hands-on K-8 science resources. In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, we have selected two survey participants at random to win a $150 cash prize!
