NSF Science Now Episode 17

The video covers several NSF-funded research projects. Vanderbilt University developed super capacitors that enhance energy storage and management in devices. Duke University studied infants' numerical cognition, linking early abilities to later math skills. Michigan State University used UAVs to improve crop management by monitoring stress factors. The Galaxy Zoo 2 project, led by the University of Minnesota, involved citizen scientists in classifying galaxies, contributing to understanding the universe's evolution.

What is a key advantage of the novel super capacitors developed by Vanderbilt University scientists?

• They store energy through chemical reactions.

• They are cheaper than traditional batteries.

• They are made from recycled materials.

• They charge and discharge in seconds.

According to the Duke University study, what ability in infants is linked to better math skills later in life?

• Ability to count objects

• Ability to recognize numerical changes

• Ability to walk early

• Ability to speak early

What technology is Michigan State University using to help farmers manage crops?

• Ground sensors

• Weather balloons

• Unmanned aerial vehicles

• Satellite imagery

What was the main goal of the Galaxy Zoo 2 project?

• To discover new planets

• To classify nearby galaxies

• To find extraterrestrial life

• To map the Milky Way

How did the Galaxy Zoo 2 project ensure the accuracy of galaxy classifications?

• By using advanced AI algorithms

• By having each image classified over 40 times

• By using high-resolution telescopes

• By consulting professional astronomers