The Influence of Thomas Gresham on Finance and Learning

The Influence of Thomas Gresham on Finance and Learning

Mathematical instruction in England during the late sixteenth century was noticeably behind that of continental Europe. Unlike the advancements occurring across Europe, where universities and schools began to integrate mathematical subjects into their programs, England faced challenges in nurturing proficiency in applied mathematical sciences such as navigation, cartography, and surveying. Throughout the medieval era, the […]

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Investigating the Basics of Psychology and the Human Mind

Investigating the Basics of Psychology and the Human Mind

The domain of psychology has been significantly influenced by the contributions of several prominent figures. Key among them are Carl Jung, Sigmund Freud, and Abraham Maslow, each of whom has provided essential concepts that have shaped contemporary understanding of the human psyche and behavior. Sigmund Freud, who was born in May 1856 in Austria, was […]

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Opportunities Offered in March

Opportunities Offered in March

STEM from Scratch is dedicated to linking youth with STEM opportunities, nurturing a varied future generation of innovators. Here are the thrilling prospects available this March: ### McMaster University I-STEP: Black Youth IMHOTEP STEM Enrichment Program The IMHOTEP STEM Enrichment Program offers Black high school students in Hamilton and Halton hands-on STEM experiences and leadership […]

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"Reassessment of Pentacoordinate Oxygen Cluster Shows Its Recognition"

“Reassessment of Pentacoordinate Oxygen Cluster Shows Its Recognition”

In a pioneering theoretical analysis, researchers in China have introduced an innovative star-shaped beryllium-centric dianion, [O©Be₅O₅]²⁻, which presents the first instance of a stable planar pentacoordinate oxygen within a compact multiply charged anion. This assembly features a central oxygen atom linked to five beryllium atoms arranged in a flat configuration, a structure not previously observed […]

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Research Reveals Influence of Environment on the Activity of Individual Catalytic Atoms

Research Reveals Influence of Environment on the Activity of Individual Catalytic Atoms

Transforming Catalysis with Platinum NMR Spectroscopy Scientists in Switzerland have recently made a significant leap in their comprehension of platinum-based single-atom catalysts by utilizing platinum NMR spectroscopy. This novel technique has uncovered how the effectiveness of these catalysts is affected by their atomic attachments to different substrates, potentially leading to smarter catalyst design. Single-atom catalysts, […]

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New Milestone in Deep Space: Largest Aromatic Molecule Discovered, Twice the Size of Earlier Find

New Milestone in Deep Space: Largest Aromatic Molecule Discovered, Twice the Size of Earlier Find

Scientists have recently achieved a significant breakthrough by detecting cyanocoronene for the first time in interstellar space. This molecule, consisting of seven fused benzene rings and a cyano group, was identified in the Taurus molecular cloud, a region renowned for its complex chemistry and its potential for stellar formation. The identification of cyanocoronene indicates that […]

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Growing Military Demand Strains Metal Supply Chains

Growing Military Demand Strains Metal Supply Chains

The requirement for materials essential to the defense sector has increased dramatically due to intensified geopolitical conflicts, particularly between major powers such as the US and China. Although the quantities needed for these materials are relatively small, their role in military technology is crucial. The scenario is further complicated by China’s control over the supply […]

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Alan Turing's Documents Auctioned for a Historic £465,400

Alan Turing’s Documents Auctioned for a Historic £465,400

A set of scholarly articles authored by the esteemed codebreaker Alan Turing, including his only chemistry paper, has been sold at auction for over £465,000. These documents, almost obliterated by their former owners who failed to appreciate their historical significance, achieved more than three times their anticipated price, establishing a new benchmark for Turing’s creations. […]

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