Environmental Science at the Paris Olympics

The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics are in full swing, showcasing fantastic feats of athleticism every day. While the Olympic games are renowned for their prestige, entertainment value and socio-economic benefits, the environmental impact of the Olympic games has become a…

DNA Extraction Necklaces

Camp Edvotek is back with another summer science activity related to Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) extraction. This is a quick and easy activity that will teach campers about the biochemistry of DNA and the principles behind DNA isolation methods. Campers will…

Agar Art: A Summer STEAM Activity

While many view art and science as separate fields, they often overlap. Art frequently guides, challenges and inspires the scientific process while scientific advancements have contributed to many artistic works. Incorporating art into scientific subjects is a great way to…

The Science of Fireworks: Illuminating the Night Sky with Chemistry

Fireworks have fascinated people for centuries with their brilliant colors, stunning patterns, and thunderous sounds. But behind the spectacle lies an interesting application of science, primarily based in chemistry and physics. In this blog post, we want to dive into…