Science

Metro Theater Company’s latest play is aimed at young girls interested in math and science. Director Julia Flood delves into what it took to put on the theater’s first in-person show since the pandemic began.

In her book "Brainscapes," a Washington University neuroscientist explains how the maps in our brains help us make sense of the world. She discusses it on "St. Louis on the Air."

Science Coach Executive Director Jill Malcom delves into what the program has to offer science teachers and sixth through 12th graders in St. Louis and across the country. Elijah Jones shares how he went from doing experiments in his front yard to getting a full-ride scholarship to study chemistry.

An orbit-bound experiment by two Lindbergh High School students is delayed at least another year after it was lost by a package delivery company.

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra plans to teach children about the science behind music in online lessons this month. SoundLab organizers said they hope the session gets more children interested in science and art.

The National Science Foundation has awarded Harris-Stowe State University $342,699 to provide students with research opportunities, experience and mentors. About 40% of African American college students who study science, technology, engineering and math switch their majors before graduating. Harris-Stowe professors say the program could keep Black students focused on STEM and prepare them for rewarding careers.

When Kenny Kinds got accepted into engineering school, it was the best and worst day of his life.As a teenager, he knew it wasn’t his dream. It was his…

Chanté Summers was expecting an uneventful day when she walked into her chemistry laboratory three years ago at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.…

Ben Routhier never imagined brain cells could be so tiny.As the 9-year-old squints through the eyepiece of a microscope for the first time, his…

The sign at Monsanto’s former headquarters now says Bayer.This week, Bayer’s acquisition of Monsanto officially got underway. While the $66-billion deal…