“Hidden Figures” Movie Reveals Women in STEM

“Hidden Figures” Movie Reveals Women in STEM

Many people are surprised to learn that the historic moon landing in 1969 happened thanks to African American women mathematicians and engineers working at NASA. A movie based on the women’s true story, Hidden Figures, comes out December 25 starring Taraji P....
2016 STEM Gift Guide

2016 STEM Gift Guide

Tis the season of giving, and whether you’re trying to please the budding engineer in your life or subtly incorporate learning into your child’s play time, STEM (science, tech, engineering and math) toys make great gifts. We asked Base 11’s fellows what their favorite...
Female Scientists Lead the Way in Antarctica

Female Scientists Lead the Way in Antarctica

The largest all-female expedition ever to Antarctica — 76 scientists strong — is currently visiting the icy continent.  Women astronomers, engineers, doctors and science journalists from around the globe have come together for the three-week voyage.  Their...
5 Ways to Make Your Community College a STEM Accelerator

5 Ways to Make Your Community College a STEM Accelerator

Community colleges are stepping up to the plate to become STEM Accelerators that attract and retain more students to STEM fields, and prepare them for success in STEM 2.0. It’s no secret that growth in STEM jobs — a broad category including science, technology,...