The Office of Undergraduate Research organizes the Symposium of Student Scholars twice per year, offering students a unique ...

The setup of the ingenious computer that works with tension and springs. Credit: St. Olaf College It has no wires, no silicon ...

Researchers from St. Olaf College and Syracuse University in the US have unveiled a computer that functions entirely through ...

On April 16th at the Hollywood Theater, a film shot entirely in Portland and with a bicycle as a central character, will have its Oregon premiere. A Simple Machine is more than just a film, it’s a ...

When you push or pull with a simple machine, you are applying a force and doing work. And, if you get more force out of a machine than you put into it, then that machine has a mechanical advantage.

In case you've faced some hurdles solving the clue, Simple machine with a fulcrum, we've got the answer for you. Crossword puzzles offer a fantastic opportunity to engage your mind, enjoy leisure time ...

Nick (played by Richard Blackmon) rides across the Broadway Bridge in a still from the movie. A movie shot in Portland and based on a book by a Portland author will have its hometown premiere next ...

“Necessity is the mother of invention,” and in the kitchen, that’s especially true. From ancient tools to modern gadgets, simple innovations have profoundly shaped our food culture. These aren’t your ...

The question that’s stumping top AI researchers isn’t about consciousness or doomsday scenarios. After interviewing dozens of developers at companies including OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta, Amelia ...

After seeing Donald Trump in action for more than a decade, I take him seriously and literally. A year ago, I wrote about how we shouldn’t take for granted what the president might do when it comes to ...