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An online publication and podcast produced by Science Centre Singapore exploring the universe from the heartlands. Previously known as I Saw the Science blog.

09/04/2026

Discover how the Unitree G1 Humanoid Robot learns how it does its moves! 🤖

Remember to catch the RoboFest at from 9 to 12 April!

Listen to the full vodcast where you get podcasts:

🎙️ Spotify for.edu.sg/voiddeckspotify
🎙️ YouTube for.edu.sg/voiddeckyoutube
🎙️ Apple Podcasts for.edu.sg/voiddeckapplepodcasts

For more info, including the episode transcript and resources, visit voiddeck.science.edu.sg/s3e2-how-to-train-your-robot

27/02/2026

A Blood Moon will be visible in Singapore’s skies on 3rd March 2026. But do you know why the moon turns red? 🔴

Explore the different types of lunar eclipses and discover why only a total lunar eclipse triggers the moon to appear red 🌕

Remember to catch the lunar eclipse with us live at on 3rd March 6pm onwards. Or tune in to our livestream at for.edu.sg/eclipse

Listen to the full vodcast wherever you get podcasts:

🎧 Spotify for.edu.sg/voiddeckspotify
🎧 YouTube for.edu.sg/voiddeckyoutube
🎧 Apple Podcasts for.edu.sg/voiddeckapplepodcasts

For more info, including the episode transcript and resources, visit voiddeck.science.edu.sg/s3e1-lunar-eclipse

13/02/2026

🌸✨ Want to see some CNY magic? These “flowers” bloom all by themselves in water!⁣⁣
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Repurpose your red packets into beautiful paper flowers that open to reveal hidden well wishes. 🧧♻️⁣⁣
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Learn about science, sustainability, and Spring Festival traditions in the activity guide at the link in bio. 🌺⁣⁣
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Photos from Void Deck's post 12/02/2026

🥵 Which shade structure provides more relief from the heat: sheltering under a tree or a bus shelter? Science has the answer!⁣

A 2024 Singapore study reveals that combining natural shade with artificial shade structures can limit extreme heat stress exposure by up to 92%. ⁣

The secret? It’s not just about coverage – it’s about combination! 🌳🏢⁣

Read the full story in our latest Void Deck article (link in bio) and discover how smart street shade strategies could cool our cities and help you beat the heat on your daily routes. 🌆☀️⁣

Special thanks to the Cambridge Centre for Advanced Research and Education in Singapore (CARES) HD4 programme team for facilitating this interview.⁣

28/01/2026

🧬 Why do some bats live 40+ years while most mice die at 2?⁣⁣
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Physicist-turned-biotech entrepeuener Dr. Peter Fedichev is using physics to crack ageing’s code—and his insights about “immortal” animals might surprise you.⁣⁣
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As Singapore becomes a super-aged society, could the secret to healthy longevity be hiding in the foundational laws of nature?⁣⁣
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Read the full interview in the link in bio! ⏱️🌀⁣⁣
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19/12/2025

Meet Singapore's most majestic living witnesses to history! 🌳📜🏛️

Discover a few of our 256 registered Heritage Trees—mature trees of botanical, historical, social, cultural and/or aesthetic value. From remarkable rain trees originating from Central and South America to rare native species like Keruing Kerut, hear the fascinating stories behind these green landmarks! 🌿📚

Explore Singapore's natural heritage and conservation with tropical forest ecologist Dr. Shawn Lum (Senior Lecturer, NTU Asian School of the Environment) in season 2 of Void Deck, a local science podcast by Science Centre Singapore! 🌱🔬

Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts:

🎧 Spotify for.edu.sg/voiddeckspotify
🎧 Apple Podcasts for.edu.sg/voiddeckapplepodcasts
🎧 YouTube for.edu.sg/voiddeckyoutube

For more info, including the episode transcript and resources, visit voiddeck.science.edu.sg/s2e4-ecology 🌠

Photos from Void Deck's post 18/12/2025

🦕 The asteroid killed the dinosaurs... or did it? Stunning new scientific evidence suggests some may have survived!⁣

Discover the untold story of survival in Amazing Dinoworld 2, now showing at Omni-Theatre! This immersive dome film follows two young Puertasaurus as they journey through wildfires and freezing blizzards to reach a safe refuge in what is now Antarctica. 🌍❄️⁣

Go behind the scenes with director Mr. Kazuki Ueda to learn how the team brought these prehistoric giants to life—from using human actors with 5-metre poles to recreate dinosaur movements, to layering over 10 sounds (including lion growls, bird songs, and even children’s voices!) to create a single dinosaur’s fearsome roar. 🎬✨⁣

Based on groundbreaking fossil discoveries, this film blends cutting-edge CGI with real locations to tell a deeply human story of resilience and hope that transcends 66 million years.⁣

Ready to step into prehistoric times? Read the full behind-the-scenes article (link in bio) and book your tickets to experience this epic journey on Southeast Asia’s largest seamless dome screen!⁣

🎟️ Special SG60 promotion: Just $6 for Singapore Citizens and PRs (U.P. $14) until 31 Dec 2025!⁣

Photo credits: NHK Science⁣

16/12/2025

Is your phone making you more kiasu? 📱🤔💭

When we're constantly seeing our peers' achievements online, does it fuel our fear of missing out? And what about all that "brain rot" internet content we consume?

Unpack the psychology behind our phone use and discover what behavioural science says about social media, FOMO, and digital wellness with Dr. Jean Liu (Associate Professor of Psychology, Singapore Institute of Technology) in season 2 of Void Deck, a local science podcast by Science Centre Singapore! 📲🧠

Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts:

🎧 Spotify for.edu.sg/voiddeckspotify
🎧 Apple Podcasts for.edu.sg/voiddeckapplepodcasts
🎧 YouTube for.edu.sg/voiddeckyoutube

For more info, including the episode transcript and resources, visit voiddeck.science.edu.sg/s2e3-psychology 🌠

Photos from Void Deck's post 15/12/2025

♻️✨ Secondhand textiles + digital fabrication = runway-ready sustainable fashion!⁣

At the DFS X Artist Grand Finale, over 100 makers proved that eco-conscious design can be absolutely stunning. From iridescent jellyfish gowns made with plastic to solarpunk farmer uniforms with LED lights, these looks showcased what’s possible when technology meets sustainability. 🌊👗⚡⁣

This unique STEAM initiative brought together students from 8 schools, including 3 SPED schools, and seniors from Yuhua Sewmates and Adventist Active Centre @ Kallang Trivista, with mentorship from Temasek Polytechnic and . Sponsored by Applied Materials and supported by SG Eco Fund, DFS X Artist is weaving communities together whilst crafting a more sustainable future! 🌍⁣

Swipe to see the participants’ stunning fashion pieces using 3D printing, laser cutting, and electronics. Read the full story in the ! 💚⚙️⁣

12/12/2025

Could durian be the secret to a sustainable future? 🌱👑🍈

Discover how Singapore scientists are transforming the King of Fruits' discarded husks and seeds into antibacterial bandages, biodegradable food packaging, and natural food stabilisers! With 700,000 tonnes of food waste generated annually in Singapore (that's 2 bowls per person daily!), innovative upcycling solutions are more crucial than ever. ♻️🔬

Explore the fascinating world of food technology and circular economy with Prof. William Chen (Michael Fam Endowed Professor and Director of Food Science & Technology Programme at Nanyang Technological University) in season 2 of Void Deck, a local science podcast by Science Centre Singapore! 🍃🧪

Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts:

🎧 Spotify for.edu.sg/voiddeckspotify
🎧 Apple Podcasts for.edu.sg/voiddeckapplepodcasts
🎧 YouTube for.edu.sg/voiddeckyoutube

For more info, including the episode transcript and resources, visit voiddeck.science.edu.sg/s2e2-foodtech 🌠

09/12/2025

What technologies are used to train Singapore's top athletes? 🔬❤️‍🔥👟 ⁣

Go behind-the-scenes of elite athlete training and discover the surprising tech helping Team Singapore athletes perform their best—from 3D motion capture to eye trackers, magnetic gates, and more. 🏊🎥📈⁣

Jump into the exhilarating field of sport biomechanics with Dr. Marcus Lee (Director and Principal Sport Biomechanist at the High Performance Sport Institute, Sport Singapore) in season 2 of Void Deck, a local science podcast by Science Centre Singapore! 🏅💻⁣

Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts:⁣

🎧 Spotify for.edu.sg/voiddeckspotify ⁣
🎧 Apple Podcasts for.edu.sg/voiddeckapplepodcasts ⁣
🎧 YouTube for.edu.sg/voiddeckyoutube ⁣

For more info, including the episode transcript and resources, visit voiddeck.science.edu.sg/s2e1-sport-science 🌠⁣

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