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STEM learning for the next generation of big thinkers

We bridge the gap between scientific discovery and K-12 education.

TEACH: Discover Science for Students

OUTREACH: Translate My Science

Galactic Polymath translates complex scientific research to make science matter for the next generation.

Galactic:
See the big picture through systems thinking

Polymath:
A creative, interdisciplinary problem solver

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STEM education made open access by:

HEY SCIENTISTS!

Powerful storytelling and distribution for your STEM research

We translate complex topics into engaging multimedia-rich lessons.

Benefits

Show students how STEM connects to, and enriches our lives

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Gain exposure in education and scientific communities to amplify your impact

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Secure more funding through grant writing

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Teach free classroom-ready STEM lessons

Fun, interactive and NGSS standards-aligned STEM lessons for K-12 students

Benefits

+ Culturally-responsive science resources for K-12

+ Students learn real-world applications through cutting edge research

+ All lessons align to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for education

+ Customizable lessons to meet the needs of your students

+ All resources are always free.

Sign-up for a free account and get access to cutting edge STEM lessons.

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HEY NONPROFIT LEADERS!

Your mission can educate, inspire and make lasting impact

Your hard work as a nonprofit work deserves awareness and action.

We turn your values into classroom-ready lessons that spark curiosity and shape future changemakers.

+ Your mission, ready to teach

+ A network of 250K+ teachers

+ NGSS alignment

+ SDG alignment

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Bioinspired design as a tool for integrative STEM in the high school classroom

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STRATEGY

Data Literacy Strategy

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Heard That Bird

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Make science matter

We believe in a generation of polymaths—curious, creative thinkers with the agency to dream big and solve even bigger problems. A lifelong pursuit of knowledge empowers them to think without limits, become better global citizens, and champion science for a brighter future.