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Mars Rover Gets GPS-Like Tech to Navigate Without Earth
Innovation4d ago

Mars Rover Gets GPS-Like Tech to Navigate Without Earth

NASA's Perseverance rover can now figure out exactly where it is on Mars without waiting a full day for help from Earth. The breakthrough means the rover can explore much more terrain and conduct more science experiments.

Space.com3 min read
Random Science Experiments Beat Careful Planning, Study Finds
InnovationFeb 20

Random Science Experiments Beat Careful Planning, Study Finds

Scientists who randomly choose experiments may develop better theories than those who carefully plan each test. A new computer model challenges what we've always believed about the scientific method.

Phys.org - Technology2 min read
Boston Lab Lets AI Run Real Science Experiments 24/7
InnovationFeb 11

Boston Lab Lets AI Run Real Science Experiments 24/7

A new Boston facility just opened where AI doesn't just analyze data but actually runs chemistry experiments on its own, learning from each result to design the next test. This could speed up discoveries in medicine and materials that normally take decades.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read
Portland Man Kicks Rock 210 Miles, Turns It Into Sphere
Community HeroesFeb 4

Portland Man Kicks Rock 210 Miles, Turns It Into Sphere

A Portland thrift store owner kicked the same rock every day for 200 days across nine states to see if it would become perfectly round. The journey not only worked but also became a viral sensation that doubled his business.

Upworthy2 min read
Pasadena Students Lead Hands-On STEM Fair for Peers
InnovationFeb 4

Pasadena Students Lead Hands-On STEM Fair for Peers

Students at Fusion Academy Pasadena took center stage at their annual STEM fair, leading interactive activities and showcasing projects they built throughout the year. The event transformed young learners into confident teachers, sharing their passion for robotics, science experiments, and engineering with families and friends.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
6th Grader's Cat Science Project Answers Burning Question
Daily MixJan 30

6th Grader's Cat Science Project Answers Burning Question

A curious sixth grader used the scientific method to settle a question every cat owner has secretly wondered about. His clever experiment with non-toxic lipstick put minds (and countertops) at ease.

Upworthy2 min read
NASA Sending 3 New Moon Experiments to Study Radiation & Heat
InnovationJan 22

NASA Sending 3 New Moon Experiments to Study Radiation & Heat

NASA just selected three groundbreaking science experiments headed to the moon by 2028, marking a major step forward in understanding our lunar neighbor. These missions will help protect future astronauts and unlock mysteries about the moon's past.

Phys.org3 min read