Author: Romelyn Yamio
Women in STEM: Why so few?
Pexels Despite years of collective efforts to overcome gender barriers, women remain wildly underrepresented in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and…
What can you do with a Physics degree?
For many, Physics is one of the toughest subjects to grasp, let alone master. With classical problems (which are surely…
Is the Philippines ready for the Internet of Things?
The Internet of Things (IoT) is indeed a promising concept. We’ve seen how it can translate what used to be mere…
Understanding the basics of the Internet of Things
What if your refrigerator could tell when you’re already running out of food AND notify your phone to order more?…
Breaking the stigma: Why we need to talk about suicide
It’s a school night, and you’ve been spending the last few hours before bedtime scrolling through your Facebook news feed.…
Bigger, brighter, and smarter: The 2017 Philippine Nuclear Science Quiz
The search for the next “nuke” wizards is on again, at this year’s Philippine Nuclear Science Quiz (PNSQ)! The Department…
Why haven’t we cured cancer yet?
(Updated on February 4, 2020) “Why haven’t we cured cancer yet?” How many times have you heard this question, or variants…
Why you shouldn’t stare at a solar eclipse unprotected
Unless you were living under a rock during the past week, you’ve probably already heard about this. A rare and spectacular…
Can you really get superpowers from radiation?
(Updated November 20, 2018) Ever notice how a lot of superhero (and supervillain) origin stories seem to be rooted in the…
