Science Matters

Mary Coughter, a Ph.D. student at Virginia Commonwealth University, explains how human activity causes antibiotic resistant microorganisms in the James River and how these microbes can potentially affect life in, and along, the river.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month explore these resources that share the contributions of Latina and Hispanic people who have impacted and continue to make their mark in STEM fields.

Hispanic Heritage Month

Two summer interns talk about their experiences working with the creative teams at NASA.

Teachers on the Estuary Field Course, helps Virginia teachers bring coastal science back to their classrooms.

VPM Science Matters is a multi-media educational initiative of VPM, Central Virginia’s PBS & NPR stations. Through our “big loud voice” of Radio, Television and the Web, we strive to inspire our community to value science and understand its importance to our future.

Earth is entering the debris stream of Comet Swift-Tuttle and this is causing the annual Perseid Meteor Shower. The best time to watch the Perseid meteor shower might be the night/morning of August 11 - 13.

Local gardener, entrepreneur, and homeschool mom Christina Amen Smith talks about why she is passionate about pollinators.

Did you know that some insects walk on water? Find out how with entomologist Dr. Art Evans and VPM radio producer Steve Clark as they explore the science of water striders.

Learn how glider pilots enjoy the season of lift and avoid the sink as they ride thermals to reach great heights.