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Stigma, ineffective instruction at the root of Lasallians’ math anxiety

Math anxiety is born from a messy combination of terrible circumstances, including poor teaching strategies, preconceived biases, and the fear of failure.

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Exploring the world of biology beyond medicine

To study biology is to study life. Despite its complexity and importance, a biology degree is still often reduced to a mere stepping stone to medical school.

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What’s in a coconut? For Filipinos, it can be liquor

The properties of lambanog are largely determined by its chemical makeup. Changing its composition may not only alter its flavor but also increase the risk of alcohol poisoning.

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The last drop? Examining the complex relationship between coffee and climate change

A brewing climate crisis poses a threat to global coffee production, potentially turning a daily beverage into a high-priced luxury item.

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Heated waters: How geopolitical tensions affect research

In a world of constant change and development, politics plays an enormous role that affects all fields, including the physical sciences.

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Shining the light on life beyond death

Near death experiences have fascinated people for centuries. Neurological studies tell us if these are simply cerebral illlusions or ethereal glimpses of the afterlife.

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Investigating X-linked parkinsonism dystonia, the disease found only in Filipinos

Most prevalently seen in Panay Island of the Philippines, X-linked parkinsonism dystonia is a disease interestingly found only in Filipino people.

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Reaching stratospheric heights: A return to the ozone layer

The depletion of the ozone layer has become overshadowed by other issues. But has our efforts been enough or do more extensive measures need to be taken for its restoration?

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With reactions in succession, chemical compounds liberate fireworks and byproducts

Picture a flower unfolding with a rumble against the night sky. Glittering greens, brilliant blues, and riveting reds—nothing screams “celebration” like fireworks. Worldwide, these spectacular explosions are a regular feature of national holidays, religious festivals, and the start of a new year. Powering these displays is a medley of chemicals that have been used and…

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Para po! Exploring E-jeepneys and the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program

In the fight for more sustainable transportation methods, e-jeepneys bring mother nature hope. However, not everyone is sharing the same positive sentiments.