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CRISPR-Cas9 – Genetic Scissors at Work

CRISPR-Cas9 – Genetic Scissors at Work

Isabella Limbert, SciTech Reporter March 22, 2023

In 2020, the Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to Jennifer A. Doudna and Emmanuel Charpentier for their development and understanding of the gene-editing tool, CRISPR-Cas9. Charpentier has been quoted...

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ChatGPT is changing the future of education

Arianna Heyman, Features Editor March 15, 2023

In recent weeks, the media has been dominated with stories covering ChatGPT. The artificial intelligence bot, developed by artificial intelligence research laboratory OpenAI, has had its share of promoters...

The future of mRNA technology

The future of mRNA technology

Isabella Limbert, SciTech Reporter March 15, 2023

“mRNA” has become a buzz word from the COVID-pandemic and well-known vaccines from both Pfizer and Moderna. Is mRNA a new technology? Surprisingly, no! While the rest of the world is learning about...

Light Pollution: Dimming our skies

Light Pollution: Dimming our skies

Isabella Limbert, SciTech Reporter March 15, 2023

How harmful can light really be, anyway? (Hint: It’s more hurtful than you think!) Deep in the canopy of the Great Smoky Mountains, fireflies perform a “light dance” every June as their mating...

Opinion: White Noise? No, red flag

Opinion: ‘White Noise?’ No, red flag

Isabella Limbert, SciTech Reporter February 22, 2023

If you were anywhere on Twitter or Letterboxd this past December, you’ve probably heard of White Noise starring Adam Driver and Greta Gerwig. In this very odd (but good in its own way) movie, a family...

My Gut Can Do What?

My Gut Can Do What?

Isabella Limbert February 15, 2023

The gut microbiome is a beautiful and magical place that many would rather not think about. It’s a bunch of bacteria, how can it possibly be beautiful? Scientists certainly believe so! Part of what...

The Chicken, the Egg, the Petri Dish

The Chicken, the Egg, the Petri Dish

Isabella Limbert, SciTech Reporter February 15, 2023

According to the USDA, poultry — specifically chicken — is the second most consumed meat in the world. But with all of this chicken consumption, what are the potential setbacks and how can we improve...

Students explore the diverse ecology of Ecuador. Photo courtesy of Oakland University News.

Environmental exploration in Ecuador

Arianna Heyman, Features Editor January 25, 2023

This past December, Oakland University students were given an opportunity to embark on a study abroad trip to Ecuador to experience the natural beauty of the country firsthand. The trip allowed students...

What to expect of the weather this winter

What to expect of the weather this winter

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter December 7, 2022

As Michiganders are experiencing warmer winter each year, we are faced with enduring the closest impact of climate change. The climate of the Midwest is altering, much like the rest of the planet. This...

A few interesting STEM careers

Gabrielle Gappy, Science & Technology Editor December 7, 2022

STEM encompasses of course science, technology, engineering and mathematics — very broad categories. However, most students are unaware of the full extent of job opportunities available with a degree...

Upcoming STEM events

Gabrielle Gappy, Science & Technology Editor November 23, 2022

A few weeks ago, The Oakland Post published a story on different events to attend for fun during late fall and early winter. In addition to recreational activities, Michigan has some exciting STEM attractions,...

Potential ‘tripledemic’ winter: Flu, RSV and COVID-19

Gabrielle Gappy, Science & Technology Editor November 16, 2022

If you were to ask someone if they knew anyone sick right now, they would probably say yes. Although we are not in the midst of peak COVID-19 cases like we were in the past few years, other illnesses have...

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