US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell advocates for increased recruitment of Indian students in STEM fields, emphasizing India’s strategic importance. Simultaneously, he suggests limiting Chinese access to sensitive technology programs, citing security concerns. This move reflects escalating US-China tensions and underscores the growing competition for technological dominance.
Calgary author Maria Marianayagam’s latest book, The Amazing Power of Girls, aims to inspire young girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). By introducing foundational physics concepts like gravity and buoyancy, the book aims to ignite a passion for STEM subjects in young minds.
Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy believes that “Conceptual Physics” by Paul G. Hewitt is a must-read for children across India and hopes to translate the book into all Indian languages. He emphasized the importance of translating more books into Indian languages to enhance communication and foster a better understanding of complex ideas, particularly in STEM subjects.
The highly anticipated STEM in the Park event is set to return to Memorial Gardens in Crawley on Saturday, May 18, from 11 am to 4 pm. This exciting event is dedicated to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) activities, providing children and families with an opportunity to explore these fields through hands-on activities and career advice.
A UCLA professor responds to criticism of the university’s data science course, arguing that data science education is vital and should not be seen as a mathematical afterthought. They emphasize the importance of teaching statistical concepts early on and highlight the limitations of an outdated mathematics curriculum. The professor also questions the value of the quadratic equation compared to the practical knowledge gained in data science courses.
Indian students from the New Delhi area and Mumbai have emerged victorious in NASA’s annual Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC). The KIET Group of Institutions, Delhi-NCR, won the ‘Crash and Burn’ category, while the Kanakia International School from Mumbai bagged the ‘Rookie of the Year’ award.
According to Technavio, the global K-12 robotic toolkits market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 19.02% from 2023 to 2027. This growth is driven by the increasing demand for multi-functional tools and technological advancements. Key factors influencing the market include the growing purchasing power, the digital age, and the integration of STEM education into the curriculum.
High school sophomores from Forest Hills Public Schools’ STEM Academy have launched a successful soap-making business called Handmade in the Hills. Over the past two years, they have sold over 5,000 bars of handmade, all-natural soap.
