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Campus life is flourishing as students continue to settle into their studies and activities. This week, we celebrated the feast day of St. Agnes of Rome, a day rich in meaning and tradition for both the Church and the city. On Wednesday, Pope Leo blessed two small white lambs in Saint Peter’s Basilica in honor…

For the first time in more than half a century, human beings are preparing to journey once again into lunar space. NASA’s Artemis II mission, currently scheduled to launch February 2026, will send four astronauts on a crewed flight around the Moon, marking humanity’s first return to the Moon’s vicinity since Apollo 17 concluded the…

One of the enduring strengths of solid-state physics (the study of matter in electrical, magnetic, thermal, and optical properties) is its ability to redefine how we think about the material world. Recent research from Florida State University provides a striking example. Their study, published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society demonstrates how skyrmion-like…

We are excited to announce the dates for this year’s high school summer programs at CatholicTech! Experience life as a CatholicTech student this summer, immersing yourself in the culture of Italy while taking courses from our renowned faculty. Students will also have the opportunity to attend Papal events and take trips to Rome with our…

As the construction industry faces growing pressure to reduce its environmental impact, researchers are increasingly turning to innovative, sustainable alternatives to traditional building materials. One of the most significant challenges is concrete, whose production contributes heavily to global carbon emissions. In response, scientists are exploring materials that not only reduce emissions but actively remove carbon…

Ultra-processed foods are becoming a staple in pantries around the world, but new research shows that these convenient staples are worsening health globally. A major series of papers from 43 international experts warns that ultra-processed foods (or UPFs) are reshaping diets and driving a surge in chronic health issues. Their conclusion? The only way to…

Today, the church celebrates the feast of Saint Nicholas of Myra, a holy bishop whose reputation for sanctity and charity lives on in the character of the red-dressed jolly Saint Nick of Christmas time. Nicholas was born in the 3rd century in Asia Minor, and later became the bishop of Myra. Known for his deep…