I’m Ken Kuwako, a Science Trainer. Every day is an experiment. What if the ground you’re standing on suddenly turned into a wobbly, pudding-like liquid? This is ‘Liquefaction,’ a phenomenon you hear about in earthquake news. The idea of the ground turning into a liquid sounds like something out of an sci-fi movie, but it’s […]

Hi, I’m Ken Kuwako, your Science Trainer. Every day is an experiment. Static electricity is everywhere—that invisible yet definitely present mysterious force: the crackle when you take off a sweater in winter, the shock when you touch a doorknob! But did you know this static electricity has the power to manipulate water, almost like magic? […]

I’m Ken Kuwako, a Science Trainer. Every day is an experiment! “Zap!” The moment you touch a doorknob. “Crackle, crackle…” when you pull off a sweater. Static electricity plagues many of us during the dry winter months. But what if I told you that uncomfortable shock could be defeated with something as common as a […]

I’m Ken Kuwako, your Science Trainer. Every day is an experiment! Have you ever reached for a doorknob during the dry winter season and heard a sharp “ZAP!” that made you jump? That painful sting is an unpleasant rite of passage for many in the colder months. Well, a surprising solution to this common problem […]

I’m Ken Kuwako, your Science Trainer. Every day is an experiment. A Bunsen burner might look intimidating at first, but don’t worry. This article breaks down exactly how to use one. Every single step in operating a Bunsen burner is backed by a scientific reason. Why this specific order? Why does the color of the […]