STEM: Technology

Bionics helps extend and save lives. Bionics is the science of building machines that mimic living things. Researchers and engineers are building better and better technologies to solve… Read More →

Cryobiology is the science of cold. By studying animals in freezing temperatures, scientists learn how to use cold to make surgeries safer and preserve living organs. Cryobiology helps treat Read More →

Drones are helpful robots that can be flown with radio control. Ranging from the size of a quarter to a sixty-foot wingspan, drones have proven useful in lots of unique ways. Discover the… Read More →

Forensic science is the use of scientific knowledge to solve a crime. All evidence is important to a forensic scientist, from fingerprints and bones to hidden messages and even bugs. Discover Read More →

With nanotechnology, engineers use atoms to change the world. Nanotechnology is the science of rearranging atoms and molecules. By studying nature, scientists have used this tiny technology… Read More →

Blast off in this exciting exploration of these essential space machines! When were rockets invented? How fast do they go? Learn about the history and uses of rockets, plus explore how… Read More →

Rovers traverse parts of space that people can't easily get to. While they explore they use special tools, take samples, and search for signs of life. Readers will love learning about these… Read More →

How can you watch your favorite TV shows almost anywhere? How do scientists learn what's happening in far-off galaxies? Readers discover how satellites make our lives easier and keep people… Read More →

How do we know if there is water on Mars? How do we know what planets look like? We send probes to look around! Readers learn how scientists use space probes to study planets in our solar… Read More →

Astronauts live and study on space stations as they orbit Earth. What are space stations? How do they help scientists learn about Earth and space? Learn about early space stations, how the… Read More →

How far can telescopes see? How do scientists get huge telescopes into space? Find out how big space telescopes help us learn more about our universe, plus discover how scientists will use… Read More →

Drones are everywhere! Whether they are steered by a pilot or flying on their own, these robots help humans explore new places, stay safe, and have fun. Learn more about how drones fly and… Read More →

Can fracking be a clean, green, and safe way to power our lives? Discover the answer to this critical question and find out how sustainability is being achieved through science as the energy… Read More →

Look to the future! Discover the problems with energy and the renewable energy technology combatting it. Find out about clean energy; what it means and how it is the best solution for air… Read More →

Beneath the earth is a treasure trove of heat energy, but how can it help us power our lives? Discover the answer to this critical question and find out how sustainability is being achieved… Read More →

Off the coast of Perú, gentle giants swim beneath the waves. Thanks to the work of Kerstin Forsberg, giant manta rays have become a symbol of hope for ocean conservation in the region. Mantas Read More →

GPS has forever changed how we travel and find places. But what is the story behind this amazing technology, how does it work, and who invented it? Readers discover all this and more in this Read More →

Today's engineers are creating ever-evolving technology to solve our energy crisis. This book explores the engineering evolution in our need for energy, from past to present, and the… Read More →

Whizzing and spinning, zipping and zapping; machines are great for having fun! Head to the theme park and see how rollers coasters roll and how bumper cars bump. Learn how ice cream stays… Read More →

Robots help people in many situations. Some robots rescue people trapped by tornadoes or earthquakes. Others explore volcanoes and the seafloor. And some help scientists protect our… Read More →