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Elaina Hancock
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A Total Eclipse of the Heart (of America)
On Aug. 21, a solar eclipse will be visible throughout North America for the first time in 38 years. UConn astronomer Cynthia Peterson explains what to expect.
August 14, 2017 | Elaina Hancock
New Program Immerses Teens in STEM Challenges
A new summer camp to encourage girls to pursue STEM disciplines gave teens the opportunity to build and operate underwater robots.
July 24, 2017 | Elaina Hancock
In Making Decisions, Are You an Ant or a Grasshopper?
Although it may seem less appealing, the ant's strategy of delaying gratification in the children's fable by Aesop should not be viewed in a negative light.
July 19, 2017 | Elaina Hancock
Tick-hiker’s Guide to the Galaxy
To avoid ticks, you must think like a tick.
June 23, 2017 | Elaina Hancock
Invasion of the Gypsy Moths
Despite the havoc caused by thousands of gypsy moths in New England this year, UConn experts offer two signs of hope: many of the affected trees will grow new leaves, and a fungus has recently begun to kill the moths.
June 16, 2017 | Elaina Hancock