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Human Body Science: The Scientist Says…

Your link to scientists! Discover science facts from the experts from established institutions with renown in the field (museums, universities, or government offices) and find out about the lives and work of scientists.

At these sites, experts answer questions from curious people seeking science answers.

The Neuroscientist Network
        A team of neuroscientists will answer kids' questions about the brain and nervous system, such as "Why do I see stars after standing up quickly?" and "How much sleep does a third grader need?" Peek at the hundreds of questions and answers (organized for quick searching) before submitting a question of your own.

Kids' Health Q & A
        For the many health questions kids ask, such as "What's wrong with biting my nails?" or "Why does eating ice cream give me a headache?" Kids' Health has articles that can help to provide answers.

Scientific American's Ask the Experts
        Scientists answer questions about geology, astronomy, biology, chemistry, computers, the environment, mathematics, medicine, and physics.

Mad Scientist Network
        Includes a thorough archive of answered questions in all science disciplines, an area to submit a question of your own, links to other Ask a Scientist sites, and information about careers in science.

The Last Word
        A Q&A site from the British periodical New Scientist filled with truly unique and fascinating science tidbits.


The Franklin Institute gratefully acknowledges the generous support of the National Science Foundation and Unisys Corporation.

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The Franklin Institute is the Demonstration Site for the Eisenhower Mid-Atlantic Consortium, providing science and math resources for teachers.

This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 9819641.
Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.

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