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Cybersecurity: A STEM Career to Consider

          Cybersecurity or IT security is the protection of computer systems, servers and networks from malicious cyber attacks. It has become a professional and personal matter people are concerned with since new cyber threats appear constantly. >>Cyber Threats           They are unlawful attacks to access data and damage information carried out by spies, hackers, terrorist groups, criminal organizations and hostile nations. Examples are Denial of Service (DoS) Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks  Spam (unwanted or unsolicited emails and messages) Botnet Malware (malicious software) Cyberterrorism Phishing (fake communication used to trick people to give out credit card details and personal information) Ransomware Spyware. >>Targets Financial System  Government  Large Corporations  Consumer Device, etc. >>Cybersecurity Tips Update your Software and Operating systems regularly Use Strong Password  Do not click or open links or email attachments from unknown s

Cryptocurrency Basics

  Cryptocurrency is an digital currency which is an alternative form of payment created using encryption algorithm. THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT CRYPTOCURRENCIES ●It is secured by Cryptography  ●It doesn't rely on Central Banks or trusted third parties to verify transaction  ●It is powered by Blockchain ●A Cryptocurrency wallet is needed to use it. Before we dive in fully, Here are keywords to learn about in Cryptocurrency world: Block - collection of transaction data on a cryptocurrency network.  Blockchain - a technology that maintain records of transaction and keeps track of crypto and its owner. NFTs - non-fungible tokens. DeFI - decentralized finance. Private key - necessary to sign transactions and write them in blockchain. Bitcoin  (CRYPTO:BTC) - first and most valuable cryptocurrency [founded by Satoshi Nakamoto in 2009] Bitcoin Mining - process  by which Bitcoin transactions are validated digitally on the Bitcoin network and added to the blockchain ledger . It is done by solvi

5 Hacks to Build a Career in STEM - EstheraSTEM

Studying science, technology, engineering and mathematics(STEM) open many opportunities ranging from working in a lucrative field to using problem-solving skills to save the world and much more... However, building a career in STEM requires commitment and hardwork alongside Passion and keen interest to learn STEM and join it's field. Hacks to Build a Career in STEM 1. Know your Passion and stick to it. 2. Start exploring early. Tip: Don't wait till you're about to graduate before you begin to explore STEM fields! Start early! 3. Join a Support group or Community. Tip: Join or get involved with a community that can help and guide your pathway to STEM fields. Don't forget to ask for feedback and seek improvements 4. Believe in Yourself. Tip: The only thing that's stopping you is you! Don't forget to build up high self-esteem and never capitalise on failure. 5. Make your Uniqueness or Difference an Advantage. Tip: Never disregard your difference instead use it

HOW TO VOLUNTEER FOR EstheraSTEM

Quoted from " WikiHow Post on Volunteering " Volunteering is the act of giving your time and services to a person or organization  without  the expectation of  monetary reward ... Volunteering for EstheraSTEM Here are 3 things to do before Preparing to  Volunteer for EstheraSTEM   ● Focus on your Passion When I mean passion, I mean your pursuit or anything you seem enthusiastic in doing... If you plan on  Volunteering for EstheraSTEM , you've got to passionate about introducing more students to STEM. ● Identify your Skills Skills are knowledge and abilities you have to perform and execute a particular task and also make a difference. Skills needed to Volunteer for EstheraSTEM range from Communication skills, Teamwork, Compassion, Time management, Willingness to help, Commitment, etc ●Then, Decide  If you're ready  to Volunteering for Us. After these things, ■Research more about  EstheraSTEM (It's Mission, Vision and Goal) ■Browse for  Open Volunteer Position on E

SCIENCE OLYMPIAD QUESTIONS - EstheraSTEM

 Note: These questions was taken from HummingBird Science Olympiad Class 8 Preparatory Booklet which I took part in 2018 ... Without Further ado, Here is It... Note: There are 17 Units in the Olympiad! The Questions you see here are chosen randomly. ~~~~~ 1. ________ is not present in an animal cell. (a) Cell membrane (b) Cell wall (c) Mitochondria (d) Nucleus 2. ________ is also known as the power house of the cell. (a) Centrosome (b) Cytoplasm (c) Mitochondria (d) Nucleus 3. From what is the cell wall made up of? (a) Fats (b) Proteins (c)Cellulose (d)Mitochondria   4. _______ is the longest cell. (a) The paramecium (b)The muscle cell (c)Skin cells (d)Nerve cells 5.______ is the negative electrode in a dry cell. (a)Carbon rod (b)Manganese dioxide (c)Zinc container (d)none of these 6. _____ is the positive electrode. (a)Anode (b)Cathode (c)Any of these (d)Both of these 7. Which of the following is used to prevent rusting of iron by electroplating?  (a)Nickel (b)Zinc (c)Copper (d)Steel

Biology: A STEM Career to Consider - EstheraSTEM

        A Biologist is a Scientist who conduct research in Biology. They are interested and passionate in studying Life on Earth .         They specialize in a particular branch e.g Zoology, Ecology, Genetics, Microbiology, Anatomy, Botany, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Physiology and much more. >>They Conduct their Research using Scientific Method . Observation ⬇️ Classification ⬇️ Inference ⬇️ Measurement ⬇️ Identification ⬇️ Hypothesis ⬇️ Experiment  ⬇️ Control/Conclusion ⬇️ Law/Theories. BUILDING A CAREER IN BIOLOGY (AS A BIOLOGIST)         Since Biology have diverse branch which specializes in a specific Research focus. Hence to be biologist, you have to choose a branch or Research Focus in Biology you are interested in.  Related COURSES Genetics - study of features of an organism Evolution - study on how living organism are developed Physiology - study of how an organism body part function,etc. CAREER OPTIONS ▪Microbiologist               ▪Wildlife Biologist ▪Biotechnologis

Guest Posts Ideas for EstheraSTEM

  In this blog post, I'll give out a list of STEM Concepts you can write on for a Guest Post on EstheraSTEM. Here is It: Data Security   Cryptocurrency Coding Programming  Nanotechnology  Web design Artificial Intelligence(AI) Cybersecurity   Robotics  Genetics  Statistics  Geometry Algebra STEM Careers   STEM DIYs Projects  and more related STEM Concepts. If you're Interested in Submitting a Guest Post to Us, kindly Visit our Guest Post Page .