ScienceNet - features answers to interesting questions relating to a broad spectrum of scientific disciplines, organized into a searchable database. The site also provides an opportunity to ask questions by email.
Scientific American: Ask the Experts -
- current and archived questions and answers in the fields of astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, mathematics, physics, computers, environment, and medicine.
Ask a Scientist - - physics, chemistry, mathematics, computer science, polymer science, display engineering, and information management. Biology and life sciences are not their areas of expertise.
MAD Scientist Network - provides answers to science questions, edible and inedible experiments, a tour of the Visible Human Project, and an index of resources and web links.
NEWTON BBS - a place for K-12 science, math, and computer teachers and their students to communicate. Includes the Ask A Scientist program that has fielded over 10,000 questions.
Science Whatzit - the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry will try to answer your science questions and stumpers that you just can't find the answers to.
Ask A Curator - professionals have expertise in California invertebrate and vertebrate zoology, California anthropology, and the Chumash Indian culture.
Ask a Scientist - get thoughtful, serious answers to your science questions in a wide range of biological disciplines from scientists at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
Ask Mr. Calculus - help with your math questions for subjects up to and including calculus. Includes answers to past AB and BC Calculus free response questions.
Ask Dr. Physics - program to help K-12 students acquire a better understanding of the physical world. Send Dr. Physics a question and the Doctor will email you back as soon as possible.
Ask the Folks at the Little Shop - they will do their best to answer your physics questions, including advice about science projects, homework assignments, and things you have always wondered about.
APA Help Center - The American Psychological Association (APA) offers information on "How To Find Help with Life's Problems," including when to seek help and where to find it, workplace psychology, stress, depression, family
problems, and the connection between mind and body.
Dismal Scientist, The - Economics is the subject, with emphasis on the United
States. Statistics and rankings for states or Metropolitan
Statistical Area (MSA) are available based on factors
such as demographics, income, population density,
number of new business incorporations, etc. Forecasts
and summaries of major economic releases are
expressed in clear, non-technical language.
Jefferson, Thomas - 1743-1826 - site from the foundation that maintains Jefferson's home
summaries of major economic releases are
expressed in clear, non-technical language.
Hearst, William Randolph - 1863-1951 - A concise biography and timeline of the legendary media
mogul, as well as a handful of well chosen photographs,
constitute the core of this site.
FAQ on Hasidic Culture (Chassidism) - Three-part discussion of questions on Chassidism
(Hasidism): Part 1: Origins of Hasidism, different
Hasidic groups, Rebbe Nachman's Breslov movement,
misconceptions in the media. Part 2: Hasidic garb,
customs, mannerisms. Part 3: Hasidic beliefs, how to
become a Hasid, observing the Sabbath, some medical
issues.
Science of Particles, The - site provides an explanation of particle physics, "the science of the
fundamental nature of matter." Included is information about elementary particles,
matter and energy, quantum mechanics, electro weak and color forces, and
particle accelerators and detectors
Neuroscience for Kids - Explore the nervous system, using experiments,
activities, and games to learn about the brain, spinal
cord, neurons, and senses. The site, which includes links
to other sites and current events in the field, is
appropriate to students of all ages.
From Stargazers to Starships - This high-school level tutorial focuses on three topics: Astronomy of the Earth’s motion in space which includes information, and some experiments and projects
that teach concepts about the calendar, seasons, Kepler’s laws, building a
sundial, and more; Newtonian mechanics has some projects for understanding
Newton’s laws and discussion of mass and motion; and Spaceflight and
Spacecraft demonstrates the principle of the rocket, covers Goddard and early
rockets, and moves on to discussions of future spacecraft propulsion efforts such
as nuclear power and space sails.
Mint, The - An economics and money management primer that addresses how to earn, budget, save, and invest money in today's society. Issues covered include the stock
market, credit cards, inflation, income, expenses, interest rates, the relationship
between higher education and earning potential, and more. Designed for middle
school and high school students, with a section for teachers and parents
National Academy Press Reading Room - 1000+ books , free for the reading, first page to last. Available in a variety of versions, including scanned pages in image format, hypertext HTML books, and as Adobe Acrobat PDF files.
Youth Crime Gun Interdiction Initiative -ATF - The Treasury Department's Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) recently placed this October, 1998 report online. The report examines the illegal youth firearms market in 27 different communities, based on the results of crime gun traces conducted by the ATF. Part I of the report summarizes the general findings and describes gun tracing efforts and new initiatives by local law enforcement agencies.
Public Agenda Online - provides eighteen issue guides that cover topics such as crime, education, environment,
immigration, social security, and welfare. Each issue guide contains an overview of the issue, a
news digest of recent stories, background data, various perspectives on the issue, resources for
more information, and analyses of related public opinion drawn from major public opinion polls.
Extreme Weather Sourcebook - Created by the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), this site offers easy access to
data on the economic damage from hurricanes, floods, and tornadoes in the United States and its
territories. Time spans for each type of extreme weather vary, with hurricane data covering
1925-95, tornadoes 1950-95, and floods 1983-96; however, all damage data is reported in
constant 1997 dollars to simplify comparisons.
National Directory of Teacher Programs and Resources in Art Museums - NGA - this directory is aimed at K-12 educators, school administrators, and museum professionals. These users are encouraged to use the site to learn
about "the rich multidisciplinary resources available, often free of charge, at art museums across
the United States and in Puerto Rico."
Abraham Lincoln Historical Digitization Project - digital versions of documents, images, and even music related to Abraham Lincoln's life in Illinois
from institutions throughout that state. Users will be able to access materials via browsing
chronological and thematic sections or searching database sets.
