Sundials: Do they Really Tell Time?

Sundials have been around since the days of the Sumerians, some five thousand years ago, and were the earliest known means of keeping time. As to whether you can actually tell time by using a sundial, that's a bit trickier.

Solar Flares Affect The Earth, Atmosphere and Perhaps Human Behavior Too

Solar flares heat up the Atmosphere of Earth and cause extreme weather and this is well documented indeed. But do solar flares also affect the human mind or brain and thus affect human behavior too? This question was recently brought up in an online think tank and Sue asked

Plato and Quantum Physics (Part 2)

The mathematical formulation of quantum theory presents some difficulties in as much as it leads to some apparently ridiculous results. This is illustrated by Schrodingers' Cat paradox. The critical role of the observer in creating observation is discussed in the light of the paradox.

Plato and Quantum Physics (Part 1)

Plato lived in fifth and fourth century B.C. Quantum physics emerged only in the twentieth century. It is remarkable to see how his words resonate with those of some eminent quantum physicists.

Mechanical Clocks

Mechanical Clocks - a transitional step between Ancient Clocks and Atomic Clocks

Competitions Past and Present: A Short History of Science Fairs

Science fairs past and present have been and continue to be important to the scientific community.

Understanding the Scientific Method

A useful breakdown of the scientific method. Especially useful for students working on science fair projects.

Astrology - A Little Background

Wonder how this astrology thing got started? We're going to take a brief look at when it all started as a serious science over 4000 years ago until it became more myth than science in the 1600s.

Will a Rise in Sea Level Cause More Earthquakes

Recently we have all been reading about Climate Change and the melting of polar ice caps. Some of the predictions in the next 150-years are dire indeed as scientist discuss anywhere from a 9 to 36 foot rise in sea level.

How Does My DNA Work?

Simple explanation and understanding of DNA - the genetic code of life.

Evolution: Teaching Students Both Sides

Students should be presented both views on the evolution and intelligent design controversy.

Web Cam Astrophotography Basics

Learn the basics of doing astrophotography with a web cam. Find out what web cams, accessories and software you will need to get started.

All for One, One for All: Fireants

Fireants are descended from wasps, which accounts for their aggressive behavior. Each ant colony is a unit, as a whole and most of their workers are females.

Are Religious Nut Cases Really Entitled to a Scientific Opinion? WTF

Often some one with religious beliefs which are very strong will enter the scientific research field and upon every experiment will insist that whatever the results they cannot conflict with the belief of their god? Recently one such nut case linear thinking human came to an online think tank