Science Days: 30th of August The discovery of HeLa cells marked a pivotal moment in medical science. This event revolutionized research and treatment. It continues to shape healthcare today. The cells themselves were not identified in 1871. Their correct discovery timeline is 1951. Their origin story begins with Henrietta Lacks, an African American woman. Her…

Science Days: 12th–13th of August The Perseids meteor shower is one of the most anticipated celestial events of the year. It reaches its peak on the nights of 12th–13th of August. This annual spectacle is renowned for its high frequency of bright meteors. It features long-lasting streaks. Stargazers worldwide are drawn to this event for…

Science Days: 6th of August On the 6th of August, 1945, the world entered a new and sobering chapter of history. At 8:15 AM local time, the U.S. bomber Enola Gay dropped an atomic bomb, code-named Little Boy, over the Japanese city of Hiroshima. The explosion, which unleashed the unprecedented power of nuclear fission, devastated…

Science Days: 30th of July Every year, during the warm nights of late July, skywatchers witness the Delta Aquarids meteor shower. This celestial event enchants stargazers with streaks of light darting across the sky. The meteor shower peaks on the nights of the 30th of July. It offers an opportunity to reconnect with the natural…

Science Days: 20th of July On July 20, 1969, humanity achieved one of its greatest milestones. Millions watched in awe as astronaut Neil Armstrong descended the ladder of the Apollo 11 lunar module and set foot on the Moon, uttering the iconic words: “That’s one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind.” This…

Science Days: 4th of July  On July 4, 2012, physicists at CERN (the European Organisation for Nuclear Research) made an announcement. This electrified the scientific community. They discovered a new particle consistent with the Higgs boson. This breakthrough marked the culmination of decades of research. It confirmed a key component of the Standard Model of…

Science Days: 21st of June The June Solstice occurs on the 21st of June (or occasionally June 20). It marks a pivotal moment in Earth’s annual journey around the Sun. For the Northern Hemisphere, it is the longest day of the year, signalling the start of summer. In the Southern Hemisphere, it is the shortest…