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Society for Science to host peer-led conference for middle school educators

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Making up for lost time: a young innovator reimagines transit in Zimbabwe

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A teenager created wearable tech to help anyone prone to falling

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Forging connections and community through science

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Society Alumni share reflections during Pride

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The beauty of science: solving problems, discovering marvels

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