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Science Saturday Special: Microscopes

Microscopes are specialized tools that allow scientists to see tiny things that are invisible to us with our eyes alone. Let's zoom in!
Looking into a Microscope, Modified from a photo by Zach Veilleux

Get ready to explore the highly specialized tools 🔍 that scientists at The Rockefeller University use to see 👀 some very ⚛ tiny 💊 things. For this Science Saturday Special, we will take a tour of a few different kinds of microscopes 🔬 and learn how scientists use them to gather information about the world 🌏.

Science Saturday is a science festival for kids and kids at heart, normally hosted at The Rockefeller University. Watch our webinar on microscopes, and read on to dive in!

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  • Life Science,
  • Scientific Process & Ethics,
  • Art in STEM,
  • Engineering Design,
  • Science & Society,
  • Scientific Methodology,
  • Categorization & Classification,
  • Experimental Evaluation,
  • Mathematical Deduction

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RockEDU's science festival for kids and kids at heart

Disan Davis

Disan is a scientist and educator striving to share her curiosity and love of science with others
Research Associate for the STEM PUSH Network
University of Pittsburgh

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Jeanne was once rescued by the FDNY after getting her head stuck in a fence. She then grew up to become a biochemist.
Executive Director, RockEDU Science Outreach
The Rockefeller University

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Odaelys utilizes her passion for teaching and mentoring students.
Director of Research
Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC)

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Jerlyn spends her time creating rich, attention-grabbing, digital experiences by concentrating on inclusive and accessible design
Design Director & Founder
Design Lady, LLC

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