What are auroras and how can you spot them?
Have you ever seen aurora borealis, or the Northern Lights? If not, this may be your chance: Astrophysicist, Dr. Parshati Patel, explains why auroral activity are expected to peak over the next year.
Are all stars similar to our Sun?
Stars are bright, giant balls of super-hot gas composed mostly of hydrogen, some helium and small amounts of other elements. But are they all the same?
Get Ready for a Rare Celestial Event – A Solar Eclipse – on April 8th!
On April 8th, Canadians will have the chance to witness either a partial or total solar eclipse. But what is a solar eclipse? Astrophysicist, Dr. Parshati Patel, explains why this eclipse is so unique, and how to safely experience it.
Quick Question: What state of matter is Jell-O?
Welcome to Quick Question, where STEM experts answer your questions! In this edition, chemist Carine Nemr explores the properties of Jell-O.
Quick Question: Why do Cookies Smell so Good?
Have you ever wondered what makes cakes and cookies smell so good? Spices and flavourings like cinnamon, almond extract, and vanilla are considered “aromatics”. They add lovely smells and flavours to baking.
Quick Question: Why are Prehensile Tails Special?
Here, Christine Song, environmental scientist and Virtual Outreach Coordinator and STEM Communicator at CAGIS, explains why prehensile tails are special.
Quick Question: Why is the Pupil Black?
Discover why the pupil is black in this edition of Quick Question.
Quick Question: Are there male and female trees?
Welcome to Quick Question, where STEM experts answer your questions! In this edition, Dr. Gerry Gourlay answers if there are male and female trees.
Quick Question: How do waves form?
Here, Dr. Ruth Musgrave, who is an assistant professor of oceanography at Dalhousie University in Halifax, talks about where ocean waves come from.
