Year: 2020

Wisconsin MRSEC Educational Video Award

2020 Education & Outreach Science at Home Video Competition

Wisconsin Science Festival – A Virtual Hit!

Last week marked the annual Wisconsin Science Festival, and although we weren’t able to interact face-to-face, members of our MRSEC worked together to share their stories and science with folks all across the state. Below are some of the Science Festival highlights from us! MRSEC Director and IRG1 Co-Lead Paul Voyles and IRG1 Co-Lead Mark …

New At-Home Activity – Tapping Triboelectric Nanogenerator

If you or someone you know loves exploring the cutting edge of science and technology, then you’ll love our new activity: the Tapping Triboelectric Nanogenerator! Triboelectric nanogenerators are devices that convert kinetic energy from our everyday movement and turn it into useful electricity. Follow along to create a simple version of this state-of-the-art technology for …

Improv for Science Communication Podcast Episode from Sustainable Nano

The folks over at Sustainable Nano discuss Improv for Science Communication, with a shoutout to UW MRSEC! Check it out!

MRSEC Activities at Home!

Looking for high quality science and engineering activities that your young learner can do from the comfort of your home? Well then, we’ve got you covered! Check out our At Home Science Activities page! On that page, you’ll find videos guiding you through the activities, links to more detailed information, and age range. All the …

MRSEC Games Take Stay-at-Home Kids to the Next Level

RET 2020 Program Now Accepting Applications

The 2020 Research Experience for Teachers program is now accepting applications! All middle and high school science, technology, engineering, and mathematics teachers are invited to apply for this incredible opportunity.