Tag: STEM Outreach
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Bringing the Night Sky to Rural Classrooms: Telescopes in Schools for Better Astronomy Education
Unlocking the Night Sky for Rural Students In many rural areas, students enjoy darker skies thanks to limited light pollution, but they often lack the resources to explore astronomy beyond occasional classroom mentions. Telescopes in schools offer a practical bridge between curiosity and discovery, turning clear night skies into a living laboratory. When students can…
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German Engineer Becomes First Wheelchair User to Blast into Space
Breaking Barriers: A Momentous Spaceflight In a historic ascent that captured global attention, a German engineer who uses a wheelchair became the first person with a disability to blast into space. The mission, carrying five other passengers, lifted off on a dream-come-true rocket ride that marked a significant milestone for accessibility in private space travel.…
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Cornwall Grants Propel TECgirls Reach for the Sky to Inspire Aviation Careers for Young Women
Overview: A generous grant to boost women in aviation A government grant close to £100,000 is set to transform opportunities for young women in Cornwall who dream of careers in aviation, aerospace, and engineering. The funding supports TECwomen CIC’s TECgirls Reach for the Sky project, an initiative designed to inspire and equip girls and young…