Biden Appoints New Science Board Member, Chicago Schools Get $41M Boost

President Biden appoints Dr. Juan Gilbert to the National Science Board, emphasizing the need for diverse voices in science policy. Meanwhile, Collins Academy STEAM High School in Chicago receives a $41 million investment to enhance its science and arts programs, showcasing community resilience. Plus, China unveils its ambitious roadmap for space exploration through 2050, and young scientists present innovative projects aimed at solving environmental challenges.

Sources:
https://www.wcjb.com/2024/10/16/president-biden-appoints-university-florida-professor-national-science-board/
https://www.wbez.org/education/2024/10/15/north-lawndale-schools-get-a-41-million-science-and-art-makeover
https://www.universetoday.com/168905/china-releases-its-first-roadmap-for-space-science-and-exploration-through-2050/
https://www.twincities.com/2024/10/15/3m-young-scientist-competition-maplewood-minnesota/

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:43) President Biden appoints University of Florida professor to National Science Board
(00:03:17) North Lawndale schools get a $41 million science and art makeover
(00:05:50) China Releases its First Roadmap for Space Science and Exploration Through 2050.
(00:08:24) Young scientists showcase problem-solving projects at 3M in Maplewood