You don’t need a lab coat to be a scientist. You need curiosity, collaboration, and a problem worth solving. Dr. Jenny Briggs is a fire scientist and assistant dean, working at the intersection of research and real-world impact.

How does one cell become many? 🧫🧪 Marie, also known as Lab Skills Academy, zooms in on the first 24 hours of HeLa cells growing in a dish. #BioTech #Cells #Biology #Microscope #Science This project is part of IF/THEN®, an initiative of Lyda Hill Philanthropies.

Join us this Saturday, March 28 from 10:00AM–4:00PM, to celebrate Women’s History Month 2026 with a dynamic mix of performers, speakers, and community organizations at the Museum of Science. Get tickets: bit.ly/4bMy5yF

There are galaxies moving away from us faster than light due to the expansion of space... 🌌🧪

You can pop a balloon with just a lemon! 🍋🎈🧪 @alexdainis.bsky.social explains the chemistry behind this surprising reaction, starting with the oil in a lemon peel. #Chemistry #ScienceExperiment #STEM #Education #Science

Your brain can change your body… just by believing. 🧠🧪 The placebo effect happens when expectation activates brain regions linked to pain and reward, triggering the release of chemicals like endorphins and dopamine. Your thoughts can activate real physiological responses.

Did our Sun grow up somewhere else entirely? ☀️🧪 A new study suggests our Sun was born much closer to the Milky Way’s center and then migrated outward billions of years ago.

HIV is still here, and the science behind fighting it is still evolving. 🧪 Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Lawrence Corey, Former President of the Fred Hutch Cancer Center, discuss how HIV remains a major public health challenge, even as treatment has been transformed by modern antiretroviral therapy.

Would you rather time travel to the past or see the future of science? ⏳🧪

On April 22, join us for a conversation on Indigenous knowledge, land stewardship, and climate resilience, led by Indigenous voices. Explore how traditional ecological knowledge offers vital insights for building a more sustainable and resilient future.

The reason why mint makes your mouth feel cold has just been discovered. 🧪 New research from @dukehealth.bsky.social shows that menthol, the cooling compound in mint, activates a cold-sensing protein channel found in the cells of your mouth, skin, and eyes.

Sharks having best friends sounds impossible, but science just proved it. 🦈 Bull sharks are not just lone hunters, they form social bonds and choose who they spend time with. Males are the most connected, while older females are the most sought after.

The most remote place on Earth is closer to space than to land. 🌊🚀 Point Nemo is about 2,700 km (1,700 miles) from the nearest land. The closest humans are often astronauts on the ISS, orbiting about 400 km above Earth.

Why do red-headed side-neck turtles need “murky” water? 🐢 Meet Mimosa, a red-headed side-neck turtle and one of the newest residents at the museum. #Turtles #AmazonRainforest #Wildlife #Reptiles #Science

What celestial event is on your bucket list to witness? 🌌

Are we finally going back to the Moon? 🚀🧪 NASA has re-rolled the Artemis II rocket to the launchpad after key repairs, bringing the agency closer to launching its first crewed mission of the Artemis program, with a launch attempt targeted for April 1, 2026.

On Saturday, March 28 step into the vibrant world of Barbie Land in Greta Gerwig’s Barbie as part of our Women’s History Month Celebration. Get tickets for free here: bit.ly/3NwfiOU

You know that fresh, earthy smell right before or after rain? It’s called petrichor. 🌧️ When raindrops hit dry soil, they release plant oils and a compound called geosmin made by soil bacteria, sending that scent into the air.

Did you know the Sun is only 20 galactic years old? ☀️ 🧪 This project is part of IF/THEN®, an initiative of Lyda Hill Philanthropies. #Space #Science #WomeninSTEM #Universe #Astronomy

Better health starts with stronger questions and the science to answer them. Dr. Jessica Taaffe is a global health scientist driven by research that improves lives around the world. For her, the most rewarding part is seeing science turn into healthier futures.

There are more Rubik’s Cube combinations than grains of sand on Earth. 🧩 A standard cube has about 43 quintillion possible configurations, while scientists estimate there are roughly 7.5 quintillion grains of sand on Earth. Yet every one of those combinations can be solved in 20 moves or fewer. 🤯

Join us on Saturday, March 28 for a Women’s History Month Celebration filled with local scientists, live performances, and family activities! Connect with neighborhood organizations and enjoy a special, one-day-only free screening of Barbie. Learn more: bit.ly/4bMy5yF

"In Search of Earth’s Secrets" is a new temporary exhibit at the Museum of Science. Enjoy hands-on experiences while learning about earthquakes, volcanoes, and the dinosaur extinction. Learn more: bit.ly/4bg4HR9

How does salmon end up in the forest? 🐻🧪 @thenatureeducator.bsky.social explains that when grizzly bears catch spawning salmon they carry them into nearby forests, where ... This project is part of IF/THEN®, an initiative of Lyda Hill Philanthropies.

Flow state is when your brain enters deep focus. 🎯 During flow, activity in parts of the prefrontal cortex temporarily quiets, reducing self-doubt and distraction. That shift allows intense concentration and creativity.

Join us on March 22 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM for a member exclusive night at the Museum of Science! Get tickets: bit.ly/3Phxhck

Why does the “Celtic Curse” run in some Irish families more than others? 🧬🍀🧪 @alexdainis.bsky.social breaks down the “Celtic Curse,” also known as hereditary hemochromatosis. #Celtic #Genealogy #DNA #PublicHealth #Science

Is Artemis taking a step back to move forward? 🚀🧪 NASA’s latest shake-up means Artemis 3 won’t land on the Moon. Instead, it will stay in Earth orbit to test critical systems like docking and next-generation spacesuits.

Do you think we’ll discover alien life in our lifetime? 👽

On April 15, Mass Innovation Nights launches at the Museum of Science, kicking off a new chapter for Boston’s original grassroots innovation showcase. 🧪 🎟 Free with pre-registration through the link here: bit.ly/4sevOlP

Your body already carries microbes that could disarm peanut allergies. 🥜🧪 #Peanuts #Allergies #PublicHealth #Biology #Science

A comet is headed our way, and it could get SO bright you'll be able to see it in broad daylight. 👀☄️🧪 youtube.com/shorts/ZnRhM...

Your brain can’t feel pain. 🧠 Brain tissue itself has no pain receptors, which is why surgeons can sometimes perform brain surgery while patients are awake and responsive. Headaches come from surrounding tissues, nerves, and blood vessels, not the brain itself.

Did you know you can figure out pi using pie ingredients? 🥧🧪 @alexdainis.bsky.social uses pecans to explore Buffon’s needle, a famous probability problem that can help estimate pi. youtube.com/shorts/59pAw...

What’s a technology you can’t imagine living without? 🤔

How do sea turtles find home across thousands of miles of open ocean? 🐢🧪 Alannah Vellacott dives into the science behind sea turtle navigation and the remarkable ability that helps these animals return to the same beach where they were born. #SeaTurtles #Wildlife #Oceans #MarineBiology #Science

On Saturday, March 14 celebrate Pi Day with us! Join us for a day of math and science with a special onsite gift offer, guest presentations, and hands-on activities. Learn more: https://www.mos.org/pi-day

How does a baby boa survive without parents?🐍🧪 Meet Kronos, a Brazilian Rainbow Boa. Unlike many snakes that hatch from eggs, Brazilian Rainbow Boas are live-born, or ovoviviparous, and arrive with the instincts and anatomy they need from day one. #Snake #BabyAnimals #Reptiles #RainbowBoa #Science

Antarctica holds about 90% of Earth’s ice. ❄️ If it all melted, global sea levels could rise by roughly 60 meters (about 200 feet). One frozen continent has the power to reshape coastlines worldwide.

Science doesn’t just live in labs. It lives in forests, tidepools, and city parks. Dr. Jessie Rack studies ecosystems and teaches others how to read the stories nature is telling.

Did you know there are clouds in space? ☁️🌌 Unlike fluffy Earth clouds made of water droplets, nebulae are enormous clouds of gas and dust that can stretch hundreds of light-years across and contain the ingredients to form new stars and solar systems.

On April 9, join us for ¡A Bailar!, an evening of conversation, performance, and celebration highlighting the power of dance in wellness and community. Register to attend here: https://www.mos.org/events/a-bailar-winter2026

Should we be worried about a black hole in our galaxy? ​ Astrophysicist @erikahamden.bsky.social introduces us to our cosmic neighbor: a stellar-mass black hole called Gaia BH1. #Space #Science #WomeninSTEM #Universe #Astronomy

Some birds can sleep while flying. 🐦 Species like frigatebirds can rest one half of their brain at a time while the other half stays alert, a process called unihemispheric sleep. It lets them stay airborne for days without fully waking up. Would you want that ability? 👇

On April 6, join us for a conversation with acclaimed forest ecologist Suzanne Simard celebrating When the Forest Breathes. Purchase tickets here: https://www.mos.org/events/when-forest-breathes-author-suzanne-simard

There are more possible chess games than atoms in the observable universe ♟️🌌 Chess has about 10¹²⁰ possible games, known as the Shannon Number. That’s far more than the roughly 10⁸⁰ atoms scientists estimate exist in the observable universe. What’s your go-to first move? ♟️

You can’t breathe without photosynthetic microbes. 🦠 Quinten Geldhof, also known as Microhobbyist, breaks down how around 2.5 billion years ago, cyanobacteria evolved oxygen-producing photosynthesis, transforming Earth’s atmosphere and making complex life possible.

Could microbes survive a trip from Mars to Earth? 🧪 That question is at the heart of panspermia, the idea that life could spread through space on meteorites.

Human intestines add up to an incredible distance. 🧬 One adult’s intestines are about 25 feet (≈7.5 meters) long. Multiply that by 8 billion people, and humanity has roughly 60 million kilometers of intestines. That’s enough to wrap around Earth about 1,500 times. 🌍

Is your dog learning new words by eavesdropping on your conversations? 🐶🎾🧪