Hands-on Science: The Mark of Maker Culture

To think big in science, sometimes you have to think small. Nanochemistry is a scientific field that studies matter on a microscopic scale to create materials with world-changing potential. Dr. Suze Kundu explores the possibilities on this episode.

Electrical engineering takes science out of the lab and into your pocket — and your car, your home, the nearest comic book convention, and beyond. Our guest explores how engineering can improve everything from cosplay to health and fitness.

What happens when you take science out of the lab and into your home? The scientific method gets empirically delicious in our chat with Matt Hartings, chemistry professor and author of "Chemistry in Your Kitchen."

If we can predict the future, can we change it? Disaster researchers like Mika McKinnon can. Her research in geophysics helps predict natural disasters and minimize potential damage. Join us for a fascinating discussion about science, science fiction, and the next frontier of human advancement.

Do you wish you knew more about science? You're not alone. But the truth is, it's easier now than ever before to learn. Our guest shares how adults can continue learning -- and have fun doing it, too.

We often ask adults how we can make science fascinating for kids. Why not ask a kid who is already a scientist and inventor? We talk to award-winning youth scientist Gitanjali Rao about what inspires her.

What better way to explore science and technology than by building your own wondrous creations? We explore the hands-on science of maker culture with our guest, Dr. Lucy Rogers.

How can we get people past the "clickbait headline" level of scientific knowledge? And will genetic editing give us genius babies riding velociraptors? Science teacher & communicator Joanne Manaster answers the tough questions.

How can teachers meet the unique learning needs of students at multiple skill and background knowledge levels? Dr. Jeff Terry shares his thoughts.

What's the point in thinking like a scientist, even if you're not one? How does scientific thinking advance human beings as a species? We ask expert scientists and educators in this bonus highlights episode.