Mystery of the Missing Teacher
In this lab the students will be creating genetic fingerprints to compare DNA that was found at a crime scene with the victim and the suspects.
Predicting Forest Health: Sudden Oak Death in Coast Live Oak Trees
Sudden Oak Death (SOD) is a disease caused by an introduced oomycete (water mold) called Phytophthora ramorum and is infecting various tree species in the Northern & Central California range, most specifically coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia), the dominant oak species in this range.
Sterilizing Drinking Water Using Sunlight: A Design Challenge
The Boehm Lab focuses much of its research on issues dealing with fresh and saltwater contamination and water quality.
Advanced Science Experiments in the Classroom for 12-14 Grade students.
This active stem learning experiment aims to provide a set of advanced laboratory skills to meet the 21st century technology standard to the students. This experiment asks the students to synthesize and quantify a compound that has real application in the medicinal world.
Designing a Thermal Cup
Students recommend the best material for 7-11 store’s cup -- one that keeps hot beverages hot, and cold beverages cold. Using a computer model, students test different cup materials and gather evidence to support their recommendation.
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Student-created Molecular Simulations that Model and Visualize Molecular Motion
The Markland research group at Stanford University develops simulation approaches to modelling chemical systems. When experimental techniques are insufficient for observing atomic-level phenomena, scientists use advanced computer simulations to model complex systems.
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Code Collab
This is a two-day Makerspace lesson in which students work in teams to create JavaScript apps using snippets of code. Using a custom-designed app, each student will be given random snippets of code to choose from.
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Computer Science HotDAM!
Computer Science Hot Digital Assets Management! is a curated and searchable database of current digital media resources (websites, podcasts, videos) for learning and teaching Computer Science. It can be used by students and CS teachers alike, both emerging and experienced.
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Understanding Git and GitHub
At FX Palo Alto Laboratory, research projects are shared among researchers using the Git and GitHub collaboration tools. GitHub and Git are essential technologies for sharing coding with other programmers.
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