Paid to study, research and communicate science

Paid to study, research and communicate science

Paid to study, research and communicate science Undergraduate scientists at the University of Saint Francis are receiving scholarships from the National Science Foundation to learn and share their knowledge with children, teenagers, the public and industry – and it’s...
How smart are smartphones at school?

How smart are smartphones at school?

How smart are smartphones at school? Teachers are divided as to whether mobile phones are a help or a hinderance in the classroom. With the majority of schools having a mobile phone ban, we discuss the positives and negatives of the use of smartphones in the...
Will this be in the exam, Miss?

Will this be in the exam, Miss?

Will this be in the exam, Miss? The most important question in many students’ minds, whether at school, college or university: will this be in the exam? We have all had the experience of studiously swotting for an exam, only to find that a short few months later, we...
Studying earthquakes to save lives

Studying earthquakes to save lives

Studying earthquakes to save lives Earthquakes occur often, and they can wreak havoc on infrastructure such as buildings and roads. Of course, earthquakes are a natural occurrence, but how can city planners and construction companies prepare for them and minimise...