It’s not every day a high school student makes the finals in a global competition. But Brentwood’s Adam Rakmanov has, and he’s up for a $250K scholarship prize.
Nashvillager Podcast: Tennesine (yes, that’s how it’s spelled)
Why is one of the newest elements named for the Volunteer State? Plus, a roundup of the news for March 2, 2026.
NashVillager Podcast: A waning trust in science
Who do you believe will steer you straight on matters of health, safety and the environment? Plus, the local news for September 26, 2025.
NashVillager Podcast: A world of STEM imagination
How does a focus on teaching STEM translate to imaginative learning experiences? Plus the local news for August 23, 2024.
Profile: Dr. Steven Townsend
It is nearly impossible to talk with Dr. Steven Townsend without getting excited about chemistry.
This Nashville high school houses thousands of bees. Here’s how they’ll enhance science learning.
Students at Stratford STEM Magnet High School get access to hands-on learning and serious research experience.
Listen: A Tennessee student’s podcast teaches the best way to stir your coffee
On a groggy morning, maybe you’ve wondered: What’s the fastest way to stir this creamer into my cup of coffee? A student at Tennessee Tech is trying to find the answer — and gaining national attention for his endeavor.
Nashville’s Massive Roost Of Purple Martins Is Inspiring New Research This Year
Local bird researchers have ramped up their efforts to learn from one of the area’s most amazing showcases of the natural world, as more than 100,000 purple martins fly in to roost each night in the trees surrounding the Nashville Symphony this month.
6 Insights — And Some Myth Busting — After Tennessee’s Tornadoes
The rash of Super Tuesday tornadoes in Tennessee is already prompting researchers to study just how the twisters formed and how intense they were. In the wake of the outbreak, WPLN News interviewed several weather experts about what happened, the science of tornadoes and some commonly held misconceptions.
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