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Gwen Healey Akearok
Executive and Scientific Director
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How can chemistry help you take care of your teeth?
STEM Explained
What are your teeth made up of? What chemistry is at work in your mouth? Why do some people get cavities even if they brush regularly?
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The Benefits of Going Outside
STEM Explained
Spending time outside has important physical and psychological benefits. It can even help you learn better!
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Sound vs. Noise
STEM Explained
What is the difference between sound and noise? How do they affect your hearing? And is noise always a bad thing?
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Noise on Earth and on the International Space Station
Backgrounders
This backgrounder explains what noise is, how it is measured, and how it affects our hearing, wellness and more.
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Light on Earth and on the International Space Station
Backgrounders
This backgrounder explains what light is, how it is measured, and how it affects people on Earth and astronauts on board the International Space Station.
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Brigitte Potvin
Career Profiles
Research Manager & Engineer
Dean Simon
Career Profiles
Registered Dietitican, Private Consultant
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Winnica Beltrano
Founder & Principal Advisor
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Norbert Lake
Career Profiles
Chiropractor and Healthcare Consultant
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Ben Sit
Career Profiles
Registered Dietitian
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Emily Stencel (Video)
Beauty Entrepreneur
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Kelly White
Career Profiles
Registered Massage Therapist
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Shakib Rahman
Career Profiles
Knee and Hip Clinic Research Assistant