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Janet Raloff
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Senior Editor, Science News
Washington
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college baseball, MLB college football,College basketball NBA, WNBA and Olympic sports.
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By Laura Sanders, Janet Raloff Verified| Science News Explores Verified average: (in science) A term for the arithmetic mean, which is the sum of a group of numbers that is then divided by the size of the group. blood-brain barrier: A barrier of tightly packed cells that carefully regulate what molecules can — and can’t — enter the brain. The barrier protects the brain from foreign substances in the blood and helps to maintain a constant environment for brain cells.
By Tina Saey Verified, Janet Raloff Verified| Science News Explores Verified antibodies: Any of a large number of proteins that the body produces from B cells and releases into the blood supply as part of its immune response. The production of antibodies is triggered when the body encounters an antigen, some foreign material. Antibodies then lock onto antigens as a first step in disabling the germs or other foreign substances that were the source of those antigens. avian: Of or relating to birds. cell: (in biology) The smallest structural and functional unit of an organism.
By Laura Sanders, Janet Raloff Verified| Science News Explores Verified average: (in science) A term for the arithmetic mean, which is the sum of a group of numbers that is then divided by the size of the group. blood-brain barrier: A barrier of tightly packed cells that carefully regulate what molecules can — and can’t — enter the brain. The barrier protects the brain from foreign substances in the blood and helps to maintain a constant environment for brain cells.
Company Info
Science News
The Society for Science is a non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to advancing scientific literacy and STEM education. Established in 1921, it aims to make science accessible to everyone through various publications, competitions, and grant programs. The organization operates with a mission to empower individuals with the knowledge and excitement of science. The Society for Science publishes *Science News*, a bi-weekly magazine that covers a wide range of scientific research, and *Science News Explores*, which is designed for younger audiences and educators. It also offers educational resources through Science News Learning, providing materials that integrate current scientific discoveries into classroom teaching. In addition to its publications, the Society organizes prestigious STEM competitions, including the Regeneron Science Talent Search and the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair. It supports educators and organizations through grant initiatives and professional development programs, fostering a community that encourages scientific exploration and mentorship.
Washington, D.C., United States
+1 202-785-2255
Founded: 1921