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This layer group contains raster versions of sea level rise planning scenarios for Hampton Roads, Virginia. The scenarios are based on the Hampton Roads Planning District Commission's (HRPDC) Sea Level Rise Planning…
Updated Oct 6, 2026
Science Museum of Virginia
Makerspace Lets Teens Mix Up Their Summer Routine
Updated Mar 25, 2026
Science Museum of Virginia
Mid-September is traditionally considered the peak of hurricane season. These turbulent storms develop in the oceans, but are there any places along the world’s oceans that don’t experience hurricanes?
Updated Mar 25, 2026
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We humans are prone to a lot of experiences. Sometimes we ask questions, sometimes we learn things, sometimes we itch. All three of these experiences are at the heart of today’s science story. So, why do we itch?
Updated Mar 25, 2026
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Usually, when we hear about evolution, we think of things like Charles Darwin way back in the day studying finches and tortoises. Human evolution is often discussed in huge swaths of time and about what differentiated…
Updated Mar 25, 2026
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Which human has the biggest brain on Earth? Well, it might be you!
Updated Mar 25, 2026
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What’s the difference between an inventor and an innovator? Was Nicola Tesla an inventor or an innovator? What about computer prototyper Ada Lovelace? Was Frederick Jones, who received more than 60 patents related to…
Updated Mar 25, 2026
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This here insect is about as welcome as a rattlesnake at a square dance, partner! The Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) is native to China, but was first detected in the United States in Pennsylvania in 2014. By 2018, Virginians…
Updated Mar 25, 2026
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What if helping science simply means you play more video games? Talk about a win, win … and you don’t even have to move off the couch!
Updated Mar 24, 2026
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If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for an antacid after an indulgent round of feasting, you’re in good company—the ocean is taking antacids, too! Our stomachs produce acid to digest all the food we eat. Sometimes,…
Updated Mar 24, 2026
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Raise your hand if you’re an early adopter. Were you the first among your friend group to have a cellphone? Did you buy one of the first electric vehicles off the assembly line? Were you streaming long before the rest…
Updated Mar 24, 2026
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Most of the events in the movie take place in a small American desert town called Asteroid City, the name arising from its proximity to a 5,000-year-old impact crater. As a starting point, this is an excellent bit of…
Updated Mar 24, 2026
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A team of researchers has just translated brain activity into a recognizable version of a song. Which song? Pink Floyd’s “Another Brick in the Wall.” Part 1, to be specific.
Updated Mar 24, 2026
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Sometimes we want a bit of extra star power: shining, sparkling and oh-so-full of energy. They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, so why not copy the stars? Literally!
Updated Mar 24, 2026
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Combating allergies is a great example of how science impacts our day-to-day medical needs. Over the years, scientists have made numerous attempts to combat many allergies through pills, injections, unpleasant gooey…
Updated Mar 24, 2026
Datathon 2025
This dataset focuses on tracking and analyzing traffic fatalities in Virginia over a 29-year period. It breaks down the fatalities by the person type (e.g., driver, passenger, pedestrian, etc.) and the vehicle type…
Updated Mar 24, 2026
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Perhaps you've heard that familiar old saying that lions are the king of the jungle. For a long time now, lions have been considered the top of the ecosystem in their natural habitats. However, recently something has…
Updated Mar 24, 2026
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You can use it to decorate, you can starch your clothing with it and you can eat it, too! Rice: what more can this amazing food do? Some scientists are thinking it could help address our growing population’s need for…
Updated Mar 24, 2026
Science Museum of Virginia
What’s your go-to winter weather gear? Gloves? A stocking cap? Thick wool socks? What about something else you can put on, something that is essential for preventing and healing chapped lips? That’s right, we’re talking…
Updated Mar 24, 2026
Science Museum of Virginia
Flying can be stressful. Getting your things packed, getting to the gate on time, going through TSA, buying those expensive airport snacks and then you still have to also worry about the global climate impacts of jet…
Updated Mar 24, 2026
