*Terminology explanations found at the bottom of this page Coronaviruses are viruses that infect the upper respiratory system and invade … Read More “Coronavirus 101”
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Connecting Climate Change to Australia’s Devastating Bushfires
By Laura Porter-MuntzOn While the idea of experiencing raging fires in extreme heats is difficult to grasp here in Canada when cold winds … Read More “Connecting Climate Change to Australia’s Devastating Bushfires”
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Some Superb Science Clubs to Join in 2020
By Acadia ClubsOn Missed out on the club extravaganza? Need to find some extra circulars to keep yourself busy? Trying to expand your … Read More “Some Superb Science Clubs to Join in 2020”
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The Kingston Sand Barrens Need Your Help: A Letter from the students of ESST 3003
Dear Readers, We are a group of students from Acadia university currently conducting research on the Kingston Sand Barrens, the … Read More “The Kingston Sand Barrens Need Your Help: A Letter from the students of ESST 3003”
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New Kid on Campus: Hydroponics
By Laura Porter-MuntzOn You may have heard about the new hydroponic unit that’s been established on campus up by meal hall, but maybe … Read More “New Kid on Campus: Hydroponics”
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Science Snapshots
By Laura Porter-MuntzOn Featured: A Zebra Longwing (Heliconius charitonia) at the Canadian Museum of Nature’s Butterfly exhibit. (Source: Laura Porter-Muntz) Zebra Longwing butterflies … Read More “Science Snapshots”
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God and Science?
According to the most recent Statistics Canada census taken in 2011, 76.1% of Canadians reported having an affiliation with a … Read More “God and Science?”
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A Guide to some Common late-season Nova Scotia Mushrooms
By Bruce MallochOn Although known for containing some tasty edible species, the fascinating Kingdom Fungi also play crucial ecological roles in our environment. … Read More “A Guide to some Common late-season Nova Scotia Mushrooms”
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Biology Teaching Gong Show: A Recap
By Natalie WederOn Acadia’s Biology Research Gong Show recently took place on October 23rd, where professors gave short PowerPoint presentations outlining their current … Read More “Biology Teaching Gong Show: A Recap”
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“That which has long been known”: The Role of Indigenous Communities in Science
By Laura Porter-MuntzOn When you travel, people often use the phrase “be like one of the locals” as advice to fully immerse yourself … Read More ““That which has long been known”: The Role of Indigenous Communities in Science”