Envt. is killing kids in an Ind. Trump county By Paul Katula • Jan 4, 2019 As Trump tries to rollback environmental regulation, some supporters and foes are pushing in the opposite direction.
Nutrition guidance helps reduce student obesity By Press Release • Dec 28, 2018 Children whose schools teach about making healthy eating choices tend to show a reduced trend toward obesity, more so than physical activity.
Adenovirus outbreak at U.Md. By Paul Katula • Dec 7, 2018 An outbreak of the very common adenovirus is happening at the U. of Md., College Park. Some strains can be deadly.
U.S. tornado alley expands eastward By Press Release • Oct 30, 2018 Research has detected a pattern in the occurrence of tornadoes related to climate change: 'Tornado Alley' is expanding.
It looks like this if teachers put research to practice By Press Release • Oct 24, 2018 Teachers (& future professors) always try to reach students with innovative ideas. Here's a look at a few research-based approaches.
Scientists look to expand crime solving by genetics By Press Release • Oct 19, 2018 Scientists use computational models ways to use genetic ancestry databases to solve crimes could potentially be expanded.
Algebra 1 PARCC question: shirts and ties By Paul Katula • Oct 15, 2018 Solving systems of linear equations (2 equations in 2 unknowns) comes up in many algebra 1 classes across the nation.
Bees stopped flying during total solar eclipse By Press Release • Oct 12, 2018 A total solar eclipse brings other occurrences, including one observed by citizen scientists in US elementary schools last year.
Hurricane Michael: Cat. 4 in Florida By Paul Katula • Oct 10, 2018 Power losses and other damage on Florida's Gulf Coast from Hurricane Michael. Schools are closed through at least Thursday.
Do students prefer textbooks or tech? By Paul Katula • Oct 10, 2018 Does tech improve learning? Or is it just the first step of many? Students and teachers may see the question differently.