NCSciFest sets new Guinness World Record
…Carolina, the Festival had to postpone or cancel over 800 events in April for public and K-12 audiences due to the rapidly changing coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. In place of an…
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Launch America!
May 26, 2020 By Nick Eakes There is a shining example of hope, perseverance, and discovery on the horizon from the partnership of NASA and SpaceX. NASA’s Commercial Crew Program planned to launch two astronauts to the International…
Take a walk through the solar system—in your own neighborhood.
…Take 10 big steps to get to Mercury. Pack a very special spacesuit for Mercury’s daytime side, where temperatures can reach 800 degrees Fahrenheit. At night it can be more…
Happy birthday, Durham! Your city flag is astronomically wonderful.
…the Pleiades are represented on Durham’s city flag. This star cluster (which has a number of other names, including the “seven sisters”) is located in the constellation Taurus the Bull,…
Skywatching At Home: How dark is your sky? Leo knows.
…outside your home for Globe at Night, an annual international citizen-science campaign to measure the impact of light pollution on the night sky. To participate: 1) Go outside at least…
Skywatching at home: See the space station fly (April 6, 2020)
April 6, 2020 By Amy Sayle Are you feeling stuck at home? Consider following the advice of retired astronaut Scott Kelly, who spent nearly a year living on the International…
What’s up in the pre-dawn sky?
…the bright orange star Arcturus. From there, “speed on to Spica,” another bright star. Wave hello to people in outer space. On several occasions over the next few days, the International Space…
Morehead awarded $50,000 grant to provide science education resources for rural NC
…Research shows that there are a number gaps in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) knowledge and participation among students in rural communities like northeastern North Carolina. Sociocultural and systemic factors…
Tips for viewing the 2019 Geminid meteor shower
…view, cutting down on the total number you’ll see. You can still enjoy a meteor viewing outing, as long as you adjust your expectations. Credit: Matt Lochansky Viewing tips: Choose…
Yoga Under the Stars: Benefits beyond the mat
…out one of the Yoga Under the Stars: NCSciFest Edition sessions on Wednesdays, April 8, 15, 22, and 29. Tickets are required and will be available to purchase starting Friday, March 6. We’ll…