Industry Insights
Welcome to Pink Space Theory's Industry News page, your go-to source for the latest updates and insights in STEM news and STEAM education in Northern Virginia. Here, we cover exciting developments, innovative practices, and inspiring stories in the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Explore how our STEM classes for kids are making an impact
The Beauty of Genetics
Have you ever wondered how you got your looks? Why you have blue eyes when your brother has brown eyes, or why your sister is a red-head when no one else in the family is. Why you may be left-handed, but both your parents are right-handed. All of your basic characteristics- hair color, eye color, hand dominance, etc.- come from your genes. These genes are found…
Women in Science: How Eteroa Lafaele Got into Software Engineering
“[My] internship is where I learned about computer science. I wanted to use more creativity. I wanted a different challenge. With computer science, everyday I had to switch gears. I knew no one in the field who was a Pacific Islander. There were no Pacific Islanders in tech…
Women in Science: How Kathryn Found a Career in Engineering
As a field that has traditionally been male-dominated, science is now progressing into a more balanced field. One young female Australian scientist, Kathryn, was always interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. She grew up in the sugarcane farming area…
Women in Science: Kaylee Ahern & Her Bright Future in Neuroscience
“I won an award for Science,” Kaylee told us when I asked her about what sparked her desire to pursue a career in science. “I had a really good Biology teacher in high school. He told me…
Women of STEM: The Arts
I know what you may be thinking, “Wait… There’s no A in STEM.” And you’re absolutely right- there isn’t. But maybe there should be. ..
Women of STEM- Past, Present, and Future
Our history is filled with amazing women taking charge of their lives, finding their passion, and pursuing their dreams in the STEM world. Some of these women you may have heard of before, like Marie Curie…
From Stories to STEM
Storytelling has been a part of all of our lives since the very beginning. You learn to read by looking…
Intro to Computer-Aided Design Using Fusion 360 - Digitally Fabricate A 3D Printed Face Mask
We are excited to offer an 8 session workshop on computer aided design using Fusion 360 from July 27 - August 12. The workshop will take place on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays…
HerStory: Anita Timmons the Systems Engineer
Anita Timmons has always adored problem-solving and figuring out puzzles. After a military career, she felt drawn to pursue a career in electronics and engineering…
NASA and SpaceX Questions Answered
On Saturday, May 30, 2020, the United States opened a new era of human space travel…