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The Science Behind Becoming “Superhuman”

Every day, your body works behind the scenes to do incredible things. When seen on the big screen, you might think they're meant for a sci-fi movie, but these bodily feats are real and happening inside you all the time. Cells continuously repair damage, your heart...

Advancing Medical Research and Tech at FSU and FAMU

Get ready to experience stories of scientific innovation and medical marvels in the new IMAX documentary, "Superhuman Body," sponsored locally by FSU Health.  I celebration, let take a look at local breakthroughs being made right here in Tallahassee. Across the...

What To Expect for the 2026 Tallahassee Film Festival

It’s that time of year again, and Challenger Learning Center is getting ready to welcome in the Tallahassee Film Festival for a weekend of cinema, creativity, and connection on October 9-11. Whether it’s a screening in our IMAX theatre or the planetarium, this weekend...

The Hidden STEM In Everyday Life

STEM is in every moment of your day, even when you don't notice it. There’s chemistry in the breakfast you cook, engineering in the roads you travel, and electricity in the sky during a storm. You’ll see science everywhere once you start looking for it – here's a few...

What Is a Solstice and Equinox?

We’ve just marked the first day of Fall on September 22nd with something called the Autumnal Equinox. As we settle into the falling leaves and pumpkin spice season, you might be wondering what the word equinox actually means, and how it’s different from a solstice....

Crafts To Celebrate The Start of Fall

Our Zero G initiative encourages us to think differently about waste and find creative ways to make a positive impact on our planet. For your next craft project, try repurposing recyclables or everyday household items instead of throwing them away. Explore these fun...

4 Astronomy Events to Look Out for This Fall

As everyone settles back into school routines, we’re also stepping into one of the best stargazing seasons of the year. Autumn brings cooler evenings, crisp air, and wide open skies that are perfect for spreading a blanket on the lawn and watching the night unfold....

Homeschooling To the Max

Homeschooling can be a great way to engage your kids in active learning and help them excel in their interests. While we're getting into the new school year, now's the perfect time to maximize your homeschooling strategy. Here's four tips to keep in mind for...

Unique Careers in STEM

Are you a student interested in STEM, but the available careers don’t interest you? You may not realize that there are limitless opportunities beyond what you have been introduced to already. Here are our top five unique careers in STEM we bet you’ve never...