Shared Science Blog

  February is the month of love, let's keep our hearts pumping with some STEM-ulating fun facts plus a hands-on activity. Also 2009-2024, we're celebrating our 15th anniversary! and look forward to providing STEM ed and resources to kids throughout the LB community. Don't hesitate to reach out to us to bring our programs to your school or neighborhood too. Read on!   Fun Facts About Your Heart Did you know that your heart beats more than 100,000 times a day? It's true! Plus, your heart is roughly the size of your fist and is guarded by your ribs and breastbone. Link To Article: 24 Fun Facts About the Heart (healthline.com) The Effects of the "Love Hormone" Oxytocin, widely known as the "love hormone", plays a significant role in increasing feelings of trust, empathy, and attachment between individuals. Its effects are particularly strong in promoting social bonding behavior among loved ones. Link To Article: Oxytocin: The love hormone - Harvard Healt