Unit 1: Maintaining Dynamic Equilibrium II

Learn about how human vision works as well as some common types of vision problems.

Consuming sugary foods and drinks activates your brain’s reward system - the same system that can cause addiction.

This brain model helped doctors better explain things to their patients. Learn about this Ingenium artifact and make your own version using 3D printing!

The human brain has many different parts. Each one plays a different function. But they all work together to manage complex thoughts, feelings and behaviours.

Zoetropes are an early form of animation technology. Learn about this Ingenium artifact and make your own version of this artifact using 3D printing!

Learn how sound travels in waves and how it is measured in this backgrounder.

Teen brain development prepares teens for adulthood, but also affects their emotions.

Temperature is an important part of life on Earth and life in space. This backgrounder explains what temperature is, how it affects people and how it is controlled on the International Space Station.

Spending time outside has important physical and psychological benefits. It can even help you learn better!

Viruses can make you feel awful! This article explains how feeling bad might be your immune system’s way of helping you heal.

What is the difference between sound and noise? How do they affect your hearing? And is noise always a bad thing?

This backgrounder explains what noise is, how it is measured, and how it affects our hearing, wellness and more.

Get your hands cold for science and explore the topic of sensory adaptation.