To become a dominant voice in Science and Technology advocacy by promoting and popularizing Science and Technology to meet national developmental needs
22/12/2025
December 22, 2025
Your daily science fact
Relaxation and positive social interaction during holidays can down‑regulate genes associated with stress and inflammation.
Further reading: Epel _et al.,_ 2016
https://doi.org/10.1038/tp.2016.164
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22/12/2025
Theme for the week: Interesting holiday facts
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19/12/2025
December 19, 2025
Your daily science fact
Even with advanced reactors, it is not possible to eliminate radioactive waste entirely, but it can be significantly reduced in its volume, radioactivity, and lifespan.
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Coal plants release more radioactive material into the environment annually than nuclear plants under normal operation.
Further reading:https://www.iaea.org/sites/default/files/2025-09/bull553sept2014_0.pdf
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18/12/2025
December 18, 2025
Your daily science fact
Radioactive decay rates are not influenced by temperature, pressure, or chemical state.
Further reading: McDuffie et al., 2020
https://doi.org/10.48550/arXiv.2012.00153
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16/12/2025
The Sunyani Branch Honorary executives of the Ghana Science Association (GSA) conducted an outreach program to selected Senior High Schools and a Basic School in the Sunyani Municipality on Monday, December 15. The initiative aimed to promote science and technology among the youth and encourage them to pursue careers in these fields.
During the visit, the team distributed copies of "Everyday Science for Schools", a magazine published by the Association, to students of Sunyani Senior High School, St. James Seminary, Odumaseman Senior High School, Notre Damme Girls Senior High School, Kyem Amponsem, and UENR Basic School.
This outreach aligns with GSA's mandate to advance science and technology in Ghana and empower the next generation to solve real-world problems.
16/12/2025
December 16, 2025
Your daily science fact
Deep geological repositories for nuclear waste rely on multiple engineered and natural barriers, not a single container.
Further reading: Apted and Ahn, 2010
https://doi.org/10.1533/9781845699789.1.3
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16/12/2025
December 15, 2025
Your daily science fact
No radiation-related deaths have ever been attributed to licensed dry cask storage.
Further reading: Guo, 2025
https://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.1008789
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16/12/2025
Theme for the week:* Nuclear waste management
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11/12/2025
✨ A New Chapter for the Ghana Science Association! ✨
Yesterday, Wednesday, 10th December 2025, the Ghana Science Association (GSA) marked a significant milestone as national officers gathered at 10:00 am for the official Exchange of Button Ceremony, ushering in a new leadership phase.
The ceremony opened with inspiring remarks from the Incoming National President, Dr. Selina Ama Saah, setting an optimistic tone for the Association’s future. Mr. Forson Dzotor, Scientific Coordinator, followed with a clear overview of the meeting’s purpose and an insightful presentation on the structure and operations of GSA and its Secretariat.
The outgoing National President, Prof. Gideon Helegbe, presented the major highlights of the handing-over notes, sparking a productive discussion among members. The Association’s financial state was then transparently presented by the Outgoing Treasurer, Dr. Esther Marfo-Ahenkora.
A symbolic exchange of files and essential documents among all officers signified a smooth and united transfer of responsibilities. The ceremony concluded with a confident acceptance statement from Dr. Selina Ama Saah, reaffirming her commitment to advancing scientific excellence across Ghana.
11/12/2025
December 11, 2025
Your daily science fact
Cell towers constantly broadcast synchronization signals even when no users are attached.
Further reading: Lin, 2018
https://doi.org/10.1109/MVT.2018.2813339
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10/12/2025
December 10, 2025
Your daily science fact
Bluetooth uses frequency hopping 1600 times per second, reducing interference and improving resilience.
Further reading: Vergetis et al., 2005
https://doi.org/10.1109/JSAC.2004.842544
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09/12/2025
December 9, 2025
Your daily science fact
Forward error correction (FEC) can consume up to 25% of total transmitted bits on long-haul optical systems.
Further reading: Ramanujam et al., 2000
https://doi.org/10.1109/LEOS.2000.893884
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