Ethanolamine, a component of the lipid membranes that protect biological cells, has been detected in space, in the Sagittarius B2 molecular cloud. ow.ly/Ac5T50F2QFq

A giant tortoise found in 2019 in the Galapagos Islands has been identified as a species considered to be extinct for a century, Galapagos National Park announced cnn.it/2TKL1zD

A cell videoed through a microscope. DNA in the nucleus (blue), mitochondria (yellow), and the cytoskeletal protein VASP (purple) are shown. #CellBiology #microscopy #SciArt

Happy World Oceans Day! Check out the Ocean of Plastics unit that is designed to help students raise public awareness and take action against the global crisis of plastic pollution in our oceans. #WorldOceansDay #NGSS nextgenscience.org/resources/midd…

These NKC Schools high school pathway educators are wrapping up day 3 of 4 of the Pathways Institute. To say they have been absolute rock stars doing some really hard work is an understatement. I am so impressed by and excited about the experiences they are designing for kids!!

This month's NGSS Now features 2 new resources from STEM Teaching Tools that provide guidance for science educators and leaders to support community-centered learning for all students in their classrooms. Check them out: stemteachingtools.org/brief/73 stemteachingtools.org/brief/74

Our paper on the only purple-green eukaryote known is out! This is a unique eukaryote that harbours two distinct photosynthetic endosymbionts: purple bacteria and green algae: advances.sciencemag.org/content/7/24/e…

Take a few moments to enjoy the view of this incredible species, first recorded in 1909

"We have the skills to address climate change in time. All we need is the global will to do so." Sir David Attenborough is speaking to G7 leaders about how the world can tackle #ClimateChange together 🌏 #G7UK #COP26 #TogetherForOurPlanet

"Staying below 1.5 degrees is the only chance we have of avoiding these tipping points and stabilising our world again" 👉 #COP26 People’s Advocate, Sir David Attenborough, addressing G7 Leaders. #TogetherForOurPlanet 🌏 #G7UK | #ClimateAction

#MO Administrators: Interested in learning about ways to support 3D science learning? Sign up for a 2 day workshop in Columbia, MO on June 30-July 1 #MOsci #MOedchat #MOEducation*Workshop registration, materials, and lunch provided. Register at bit.ly/NGSXPLANS

An absolutely remarkable story of survival, perseverance, and passion for nature and science. nytimes.com/2021/06/18/sci…

Been looking for a way to introduce the concepts of how energy can manifest itself and move between systems? You will LOVE our Energy Forms and Changes simulations! #edtech #STEM #remotelearning #OER phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/…

New research shows coelacanths live 100 years, do not become sexually mature until age 55, and have a 5 year long gestational period! reuters.com/lifestyle/scie…

While the summer solstice is the longest day of the year, it's not the hottest. That's because water's high specific heat, meaning it takes a while to both heat up and cool down, giving Earth a 6-week lag behind the Sun. Map: @Climatologist49

Happy Day to Antarctica! To us: here begins the long slide into shorter days… Get out and enjoy it!

Last day leading a learning session with NKCS administrators (secondary in this case). It’s been a great ride, and all sorts of cool things to come. Retiring after 30 in MO, and heading to a KS classroom to become a Bobcat & teach Honors Bio, Zoology, & Outdoor Bio! #pumped

One final tweet from me: Please join me in welcoming Molly Palmer to NKCS! Molly will be taking the reins on the mission of SCIENCE in NKCS... as well as this account. She is excited about joining the crew, and you'll love working with her!

Refresh. Recommit. Re-energize. US Department of Ed and ISKME Announce New #GoOpen Pledge with National Virtual Convening! Read about these important updates here: goopen.us #GoOpen #OER