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Stem Cells

Role of stem cells in the body, different types of stem cells, and their potential in medicine. Developed by Carnegie Mellon students, Isabel Joyce and Cassandra Dodson.

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Enhancing STEM Education Through Diversity and Inclusion

Discover how the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning (CIRTL) aims to enhance excellence in STEM undergraduate education by developing a national faculty committed to implementing evidence-based teaching practices for diverse learners. Explore the concept of learning throug

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Hematopoiesis: Processes and Niches in the Human Body

Hematopoiesis, the process of daily blood cell production, involves maintaining the physiological balance of circulating blood cells. It includes the generation of billions of erythrocytes, platelets, and leukocytes to meet the body's needs. The location of hematopoiesis changes throughout human lif

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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), or chronic myelogenous leukemia, is a slow-growing form of cancer that affects the bone marrow and blood. Like acute myeloid leukemia, CML originates in the myeloid cells. When functioning properly, myeloid cells produce mature red blood cells, platelets and non-lymph

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Understanding Electricity and Circuits: Components, Cells, Batteries, and Ratings

Explore the fundamentals of electricity and circuits, including circuit components, cells, batteries, types of cells, primary vs. secondary cells, dry vs. wet cells, and ratings. Learn about the relevance of this knowledge in engineering and certifications like NABCEP PV Associate. Discover the work

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A Comprehensive Overview of ATS STEM Framework for Teachers

Explore the ATS STEM framework for teachers, focusing on key principles like problem-solving design, disciplinary knowledge, and integrated STEM practices. Discover how to incorporate transversal competencies and formative assessments into STEM education, supported by real-world contexts and appropr

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Understanding Motivation in Teaching and Learning

Motivation is vital in education, with various sources like instructor-induced, learner-induced, and God-induced motivation. Teachers play a crucial role in stimulating and motivating learners to excel. Developing expertise, enthusiasm, and empathy are key components in fostering motivation. This su

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Understanding Horizontal Distribution of Air Pressure and Pressure Belts on the Globe

The horizontal distribution of air pressure and pressure belts on Earth is characterized by isobars, indicative of high and low pressure systems. The regular zonal distribution of pressure belts is affected by the uneven distribution of land and water. Pressure belts are not solely induced by temper

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Understanding Blood Cells and Transport Mechanisms

Your blood, consisting of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma, plays a crucial role in transporting substances like oxygen, nutrients, and waste products throughout your body. Red blood cells are specialized for oxygen transport due to their unique adaptations, while white bloo

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Equivalence Relations and Partition Induced Relations

The concept of equivalence relations and partition-induced relations on sets are explored. Equivalence relations satisfy reflexivity, symmetry, and transitivity, making them important in various mathematical contexts. The relation induced by a partition of a set is shown to be an equivalence relatio

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STEM STARS Institute - Empowering Future STEM Educators

STEM STARS Institute focuses on enhancing science and math education for preK-12 students in the Deep South through innovative teacher residency programs. Supported by a National Science Foundation grant, the initiative aims to provide certified instructors to students in Arkansas, Mississippi, and

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Introduction to STEM Training for Nova and Supernova Awards

This presentation serves as a general introduction to Nova and Supernova Awards as part of a STEM training series for scouting staff. It covers topics such as understanding STEM, teaching Nova Awards, the Einstein Supernova Award, and incorporating STEM into scouting programs. The content includes i

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Understanding Stem Cells and Their Potential Applications

Stem cells are undifferentiated cells with the unique ability to develop into various specialized cell types, making them valuable for medical applications. Dr. J. Gowri explores the classification, features, and properties of stem cells, shedding light on their self-renewal and potency. These cells

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Understanding Stem Cells and Their Applications

Stem cells are unique cells that have the potential to develop into various types of cells in the body. They play a crucial role in renewing and repairing tissues, offering hope for treating various medical conditions. While adult stem cells can differentiate into limited cell types, embryonic stem

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Empowering Future STEM Educators for a Brighter Tomorrow

Delve into the world of STEM education through the lens of Dr. Karen E. Irving's insightful roadshow in February 2018. Explore the challenges and opportunities in preparing the next generation of STEM professionals. Discover the importance of effective teaching in bridging the gap between STEM conte

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Building Bridges Grant Program for STEM Education

TCU Building Bridges Grant Program offers funding opportunities for Tribal Colleges & Universities faculty-led teams to enhance STEM education, research, and curriculum. The program aims to increase student engagement in STEM activities, enrollment in STEM degree programs, and strengthen STEM capaci

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Identifying Plant Cells Under Microscope

Observing well-defined cells with clear presence of cell walls would help conclude that the cells are plant cells, distinguishable from animal cells by the absence of cell walls. The detection of nuclei within each cell is a common characteristic observed in both plant and animal cells.

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Understanding Magnetic Flux and Induced Current in Loops

Explore concepts related to magnetic flux and induced current in loops through visual scenarios involving uniform magnetic fields, loop movements, and changes in magnetic flux. Test your understanding with multiple-choice questions on induced EMF, loop bending, and maximizing magnetic flux. Enhance

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Transforming Your School into an Inclusive STEM Learning Center

Transforming a school into an inclusive STEM learning center involves creating a conducive environment for all students to excel in STEM disciplines. By implementing project-based learning, focusing on core STEM subjects, and addressing workforce development strategies, schools can empower diverse l

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Exploring STEM Careers Through Hands-on Activities

Dive into the world of STEM careers with engaging activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire future problem solvers. Discover how hobbies and interests can lead to exciting opportunities in the STEM field, while building confidence and a sense of belonging in the STEM community. Join us for

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Comprehensive Guide to Setting Up a K-6 STEM Laboratory

In this STEM lab design project, elementary schools are provided with a comprehensive booklet to help them establish a K-6 STEM laboratory. The booklet comprises five parts - Introduction, Description of the Space, Tools & Materials, Safety, and Resources. It covers the essence of STEM education, th

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Transforming STEM Education in Scotland: Key Findings and Recommendations

This document presents key findings from a survey on professional learning in STEM conducted in June 2017 for Scotland's learners, with insights from educators. The survey received a strong response from various practitioners, highlighting the importance of tailored STEM CLPL programs to achieve Sco

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Promoting STEM Diversity in Education with STEM Person of the Week

STEM Person of the Week is a teacher-led intervention program aimed at reducing stereotypes around science and scientists. Through posters, postcards, and presentations, students are introduced to diverse STEM role models and encouraged to focus on positive attributes. The initiative helps break dow

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Exploring Morphogenesis and Regenerative Medicine in Computing with Biological Parts

This course delves into the intriguing world of morphogenesis, focusing on how cells express proteins based on their environment and the potential applications in regenerative medicine. Through studying animals' abilities, hypothesizing algorithms, and exploring bioelectricity, the course aims to un

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Comparison of Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic Cells in Cell Biology

Cells are the fundamental units of life, but viruses are an exception as they lack cells. Eukaryotic cells have a defined nucleus with a nuclear membrane housing chromosomes, while prokaryotic cells lack a membrane-bound nucleus and other organelles. Eukaryotic cells are larger, containing membrane-

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Cell Division Mechanisms in Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells

Prokaryotic cells divide through binary fission, while eukaryotic cells undergo mitosis with nuclear division and cytokinesis. Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and divide by replicating DNA and forming two identical daughter cells. Eukaryotic chromosomes, associated with histone proteins, undergo co

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Understanding Stem Cell Transplantation: Removing Sleepy Immune Cells and Fighting "The Bad Boys

Stem cell transplantation involves addressing the issue of immune cells failing to recognize and eliminate tumor cells, known as "The Bad Boys." By removing the dormant immune cells and replacing them with new ones from a compatible donor, the therapy aims to empower the immune system to target and

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Overview of Small Intestine Histology and Function

The small intestine is a key organ in the digestive system responsible for the digestion and absorption of nutrients. It is divided into the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum, each with specific functions and structures like plicae circulares, villi, microvilli, and crypts of Lieberkühn. The intestinal

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Voice-Induced Vowel Lengthening in Phonology Research

Exploring the phenomenon of voice-induced vowel lengthening, this research delves into spontaneous vs. non-spontaneous voicing patterns and the documented transmission of voicing from vowels/sonorants to voiceless obstruents. The study discusses various theories on voice transmission from sonorants/

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Understanding Faraday's Law of Induction and Lenz's Law

Faraday's Law of Induction states that a changing magnetic field induces an electromotive force (emf) in a conductor, producing an induced current. Lenz's Law complements this by determining the direction of the induced current to oppose the change in magnetic field. This phenomenon is demonstrated

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Understanding Stem Cells and Cell Potency in Animal Cells

Stem cells play a crucial role in animal cells, offering the potential to differentiate into various cell types. Totipotent stem cells are the most versatile, capable of developing into any cell type in the embryo, including extra-embryonic cells. Pluripotent stem cells can give rise to all body cel

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Adjacency Labeling Schemes and Induced-Universal Graphs

Adjacency labeling schemes involve assigning L-bit labels to vertices in a graph for efficient edge determination. The concept of induced-universal graphs is explored, where a graph is universal for a family F if all graphs in F are subgraphs of it. Theorems and lower bounds related to adjacency lab

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Recommendations for Advancing STEM Education

The Subcommittee on STEM Learning and STEM Learning Environments provided three key recommendations for guiding NSF-EHR investments in the coming years. These recommendations include capitalizing on emerging trends in STEM learning, developing coordinated research programs, and creating a knowledge

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The Impact of STEM Ambassadors in Education

STEM Ambassadors, like Mark Gallaway, play a crucial role in inspiring and educating students, teachers, and corporations in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. They help improve presentation skills, boost confidence, and enhance understanding of STEM subjects. Through t

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Creating a Diverse STEM Center: Overcoming Challenges and Promoting Inclusion

STEM CORE at Texas Tech University aims to enhance STEM education, outreach, and research while promoting diversity and inclusion. Despite funding and faculty support challenges, they focus on providing services to faculty, K-12 outreach, and fostering an inclusive STEM community through strategic i

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Empowering STEM Education in Victoria: A Call to Action for MAV Council

Encouraging MAV Council to support the creation of a Victorian STEM group focused on primary and secondary education. The proposal includes establishing a Special Interest Group named STEM ED VICTORIA. The document highlights the essential skills, ways of thinking, and knowledge valued in STEM field

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Addressing the Gender Gap in STEM Majors: Insights from Leading Women

Successful women leaders in science and engineering are collaborating with informal science organization leaders to address the gender gap in STEM majors. They aim to encourage girls to enroll and persist in STEM K-15 curricula, fostering a sense of belonging in technology and engineering discipline

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Insights into Successful K-12 STEM Education Initiatives

Delve into a comprehensive report on successful K-12 STEM education, focusing on identifying effective approaches in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The report outlines criteria for determining success in STEM education, emphasizing goals to expand student participation in STEM ca

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Understanding Commercial Cells and Batteries in Chemistry

Commercial cells and batteries are essential sources of electrochemical electricity. There are two main types: primary cells, which are one-time use and irreversible, and secondary cells, which are rechargeable and reversible. Examples include dry cells and lead storage cells. The components and rea

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Understanding Fuel Cells: Definition, Working, and Applications

Fuel cells are electrochemical cells that generate electricity through reactions between fuel and an oxidizing agent like oxygen. They offer high efficiency compared to traditional power plants. The working of fuel cells involves hydrogen and oxygen reacting to produce electricity. NASA has utilized

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