Antibiotic resistance has increased global deaths by 8% between 1990 and 2021 and is expected to be a leading cause of death by 2050 [1]. Based on projections, 11.1 million deaths due to Antimicrobial Resistance could be prevented if a…
Pickled vegetables have a long shelf life, which is achieved through a combination of preservation techniques and science. Acidity, salinity, and microbial activity in the pickling process enable longevity in the product. Depending on the time, temperature, and quality of…
One of my absolute favorite hobbies is baking, so I wanted to not only share my experience with baking but also discuss the science behind common baking ingredients. We’re going to be exploring five different ingredients: yeast, cream of tartar,…
If you’re a fan of Halloween, there’s a good chance you partook in one of America’s favorite passtimes this spooky season: watching a great horror movie. Something about getting cozy on the couch and watching a bloody zombie attack, or…
While often an overlooked and unrepresented population consisting of 1,252,418 students, or roughly 15% of the undergraduate student population at public 4-year institutions, transfer students now more than ever are now making up a larger percentage of student bodies across…
Magicians have been performing seemingly impossible feats to awe-struck audiences for millennia. With a simple flick of a hand or snap of a finger, magicians can make objects appear and disappear in the blink of an eye, make someone levitate…
Rise to Popularity Gel nail polish has become popular through the internet and social media platforms such as TikTok for its durability and easy application. It is relatively new to the market so there is not much research done on…