The Very Human Origins of the Modern Computer
The human computers responsible for modern computing are some of the great people lost to history. Here’s how they are inspiring a new generation of coders!
Sisal! The Plant that Points to Possibilities
You may not have heard of sisal, but this plant has the power to change lives! Meet the man who has figured out how.
Have You Heard of Cecilia Chiang?
She’s credited with completely changing how American’s view “Chinese food”. It takes quite a person to have this effect on a country, so let’s learn about her!
An Astronaut’s Perspective on Earth
What do you think it’s like to see Earth from space? Let’s hear from some astronauts.
Celebrating The World’s First Programmer!
Ada Lovelace is widely considered to be the world’s first computer programmer. Check out her remarkable story!
When Dance Creates Opportunities
Art has a way of opening doors for future generations. Heres the story of Hussein Smko, a dancer from Iraq who is creating opportunities for others.
Sally Ride: Pioneer, Astronaut, Icon
Sally Ride was the first American woman in space! A lot comes with that title, so let’s take a look at her journey.
What Do Astronauts Dream About?
When you’re living in space what do you dream about? What do you miss most about earth? Here’s a little perspective from an astronaut on those questions.
Discover the Man Who Sees Only with Sound! He’s Redefining What’s “Impossible”!
How can a man without eyes ride a bicycle or navigate busy streets? Using a form of echolocation, Daniel Kish is able to see with sound and teach others to do the same!
Solutions from the Spinach King
What if, more often, we saw problems in our communities and took matters into our own hands to fix them? Innovation happens when we see a problem, know the hardships involved in making it a reality, and press on anyway! For Lufefe Nomjana, the “Spinach King”, seeing a need in the community and innovating a solution has… [Read more »](/content/solutions-from-the-spinach-king/ "Read Solutions from the Spinach King"/index.html)
Sadie McCallum Shows Us Why Invention is for Everybody
The young inventor Sadie McCallum has a unique perspective on the world. When a problem arises as a result of her cerebral palsy she invents her way to brilliant solutions! Explore her work as an advocate and inventor!
Even Without A House, Girl Scouts Find A Home
Giselle Burgess has started a movement. By starting a Girl Scout troop for young girls experiencing homelessness, she is creating a safe haven and a home.
The Autism Advantage Makes This Business a Success
By tapping into the often-unrecognized potential of people on the autism spectrum, Rising Tide car-wash is giving their employees a chance to shine!
The Incredible Journey of Jane Goodall
Jane Goodall is widely considered the world’s primary expert on chimpanzees, but how did she get to this point?