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September 17, 2024

Foldscope In The Classroom: All About Me!

At the start of the new school year learn about yourself on a microscopic level,
Learn the microscopy techniques you will be using throughout the year,
Use your Foldscope to take pictures of your microscopic self and share the results on the Microcosmos!

September 09, 2024

Foldscope Explores... Chloroplasts!

I picked up some moss during a recent hike. Moss is beautiful enough on its own: the soft texture, the gentle green color, and the individual tufts that look like miniature trees. But there is something special about looking at moss under a Foldscope 2.0! Read on to find out what I saw!

September 03, 2024

Foldscope Explores… Looking For Fall Colors

When September arrives, my thoughts automatically drift to the fall (even when the temperatures are still hitting 90 degrees F!). I search for the first signs of leaves changing color, relish in the occasional cool morning breeze, and savor the sunsets that come a little earlier each evening. Read on to enjoy some fall-like colors discovered on a sunny, September day.

August 21, 2024

Foldscope In The Classroom: Microscopy Scavenger Hunt

Set the stage for learning about microscopy in the outdoors,
Develop an understanding of the relationship between an observation and an inference,
Share your Foldscope images on the Microcosmos!!

August 12, 2024

Foldscope Explores… Butterfly Scales and Light!

I found a butterfly in my house last week. I have no idea how it got into my house, but it had gotten trapped under a piece of furniture and dried out. I decided to dedicate it to science by looking at its wings under my Foldscope 2.0! Read on to find out what I saw!

August 09, 2024

2024 Microscopy And Microanalysis Conference

The 2024 Microscopy and Microanalysis (M&M) Conference took place in Cleveland, Ohio during the last week of July. The Microscopy Society of America (MSA) invited Foldscope to be a part of this event. Holly Stuart, Education Specialist, and Ken Ta, Director of Sales, represented Foldscope at MSA’s Megabooth.

August 05, 2024

Foldscope Explores… Well Educated Tardigrades!

On a recent trip to Boston, I had the opportunity to explore the campuses of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Harvard University. Of course I collected moss samples to see if there were any well educated tardigrades on their campuses. Read on to find out what I discovered under my Foldscope 2.0!

July 22, 2024

Foldscope In The Classroom: Insect Wing Adaptations

Summary:

The shape, structure, and color of insect wings vary greatly from species to species,
The design of insect wings has inspired artists and scientists in their work,
Use your Foldscope to explore the wonder of wings and share it on the Microcosmos!!

July 15, 2024

Foldscope Explores… Mystery Eggs!

One morning, I noticed a group of what looked like tiny dots on the side of my house. Because insects tend to congregate there when the porch light gets turned on at night, I thought maybe they were insect eggs of some sort. Well, you know me, I just had to take a closer look at them under my Foldscope 2.0! Read on to find out what I saw!

July 08, 2024

Foldscope Explores… Connections!

Have you ever looked at an object under a microscope and thought to yourself, “Hey, that reminds me of …?” This type of thing happens a lot to me when I look at samples with my Foldscope 2.0! And this is a great skill to have as a scientist!

June 17, 2024

Foldscope In The Classroom: Sunscreens

Summary:

There are two types of sunscreen: chemical and physical,
It is possible to tell them apart with a Foldscope (creating some beautiful images in the process!),
Use your Foldscope to observe sunscreen on a microscopic level and share your discoveries on the Microcosmos!!

June 10, 2024

Foldscope Explores… Where Has The Bee Been?

Ever wonder which flowers in your garden the bees are visiting? Did you know that you can find out with your Foldscope? I found a dead bee on the ground and took a closer look at it under my Foldscope 2.0! Read on to find out what I saw!

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