hollyastuart
@hollyastuart.bsky.social
Advocate for Equity & Access in STEAM Education • Get kids DOING science • Education Specialist for Foldscope Instruments • I ❤️ all things science and art • Science Is Fun! • #FearlessMicroscopy #FearlessAstronomy
November 15, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Reposted by hollyastuart
Ever used a microscope to break out of an escape room?
The EMBL programme ‘Summer of Science’ offered children, families, and even scientists a unique way to experience science through a collection of creative activities.
Learn more: www.embl.org/news/lab-mat...
The EMBL programme ‘Summer of Science’ offered children, families, and even scientists a unique way to experience science through a collection of creative activities.
Learn more: www.embl.org/news/lab-mat...
November 7, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Ever used a microscope to break out of an escape room?
The EMBL programme ‘Summer of Science’ offered children, families, and even scientists a unique way to experience science through a collection of creative activities.
Learn more: www.embl.org/news/lab-mat...
The EMBL programme ‘Summer of Science’ offered children, families, and even scientists a unique way to experience science through a collection of creative activities.
Learn more: www.embl.org/news/lab-mat...
This week I had a great time sharing @teamfoldscope.bsky.social resources with Spartanburg School District 7 science educators and the Rock Hill Schools 7th graders at the career day hosted by Rawlinson Road Middle School!
Inspiring educators and students one microscopic view at a time!
Inspiring educators and students one microscopic view at a time!
November 14, 2025 at 4:10 PM
This week I had a great time sharing @teamfoldscope.bsky.social resources with Spartanburg School District 7 science educators and the Rock Hill Schools 7th graders at the career day hosted by Rawlinson Road Middle School!
Inspiring educators and students one microscopic view at a time!
Inspiring educators and students one microscopic view at a time!
Reposted by hollyastuart
We are collaborating with #RAYNGrowingSystems at #NSTAFall2025! We're using #Foldscopes to watch changes in root development under various pH levels in #EdRack. Join the workshop on 11/14 at 8:00 am in room M100J and visit booth #449 to learn more!
#NSTA #NSTEM
#NSTA #NSTEM
November 11, 2025 at 4:52 PM
We are collaborating with #RAYNGrowingSystems at #NSTAFall2025! We're using #Foldscopes to watch changes in root development under various pH levels in #EdRack. Join the workshop on 11/14 at 8:00 am in room M100J and visit booth #449 to learn more!
#NSTA #NSTEM
#NSTA #NSTEM
Aaaaand that’s a wrap on the North Carolina Science Teachers Association 2025 Conference! I really enjoyed the connections and partnerships developed at the @teamfoldscope.bsky.social booth over the past couple of days! See you next year NCSTA!
November 8, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Aaaaand that’s a wrap on the North Carolina Science Teachers Association 2025 Conference! I really enjoyed the connections and partnerships developed at the @teamfoldscope.bsky.social booth over the past couple of days! See you next year NCSTA!
Making connections here at NCSTA 2025 Conference!
@teamfoldscope.bsky.social , The Need Project, Mark Case, Guilford County Schools, & Southern Guilford High School
@teamfoldscope.bsky.social , The Need Project, Mark Case, Guilford County Schools, & Southern Guilford High School
November 7, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Making connections here at NCSTA 2025 Conference!
@teamfoldscope.bsky.social , The Need Project, Mark Case, Guilford County Schools, & Southern Guilford High School
@teamfoldscope.bsky.social , The Need Project, Mark Case, Guilford County Schools, & Southern Guilford High School
North Carolina Science Teachers Association 2025 conference attendees - did you miss yesterday’s packed @teamfoldscope.bsky.social session? No worries, you can still stop by booth #403 to learn about the tool that will make science accessible and fun for all of your students!
November 7, 2025 at 12:59 PM
North Carolina Science Teachers Association 2025 conference attendees - did you miss yesterday’s packed @teamfoldscope.bsky.social session? No worries, you can still stop by booth #403 to learn about the tool that will make science accessible and fun for all of your students!
@teamfoldscope.bsky.social is ready for the #NCSTA Conference! Come by booth 403 and join me at 2:30 on 11/6 for a workshop. Build your own #Foldscope to take home!
November 6, 2025 at 1:20 PM
@teamfoldscope.bsky.social is ready for the #NCSTA Conference! Come by booth 403 and join me at 2:30 on 11/6 for a workshop. Build your own #Foldscope to take home!
Adventures In Astronomy: Full Moon!
Experiencing the beauty of looking up!
Experiencing the beauty of looking up!
November 4, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Adventures In Astronomy: Full Moon!
Experiencing the beauty of looking up!
Experiencing the beauty of looking up!
Reposted by hollyastuart
Happy Halloween! Are you celebrating by searching for ghosts and spiders with your #Foldscope?
October 31, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Happy Halloween! Are you celebrating by searching for ghosts and spiders with your #Foldscope?
Reposted by hollyastuart
Imagine a world where our students think of science not as a list of vocabulary words, but rather as a series of beautiful images. Read this Microcosmos post, grab some art supplies & a #Foldscope, & start creating & discovering!
#ArtsIntegration #EduSky
microcosmos.foldscope.com/post/IX18Bf1...
#ArtsIntegration #EduSky
microcosmos.foldscope.com/post/IX18Bf1...
October 24, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Imagine a world where our students think of science not as a list of vocabulary words, but rather as a series of beautiful images. Read this Microcosmos post, grab some art supplies & a #Foldscope, & start creating & discovering!
#ArtsIntegration #EduSky
microcosmos.foldscope.com/post/IX18Bf1...
#ArtsIntegration #EduSky
microcosmos.foldscope.com/post/IX18Bf1...
Adventures In Microscopy: Fall Leaves
Is anyone else getting #Wicked vibes?
Maple and oak leaves viewed under a #Foldscope 2.0 at 50x magnification.
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful
Is anyone else getting #Wicked vibes?
Maple and oak leaves viewed under a #Foldscope 2.0 at 50x magnification.
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful
October 17, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Adventures In Microscopy: Fall Leaves
Is anyone else getting #Wicked vibes?
Maple and oak leaves viewed under a #Foldscope 2.0 at 50x magnification.
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful
Is anyone else getting #Wicked vibes?
Maple and oak leaves viewed under a #Foldscope 2.0 at 50x magnification.
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful
Adventures In Microscopy: Desmids!
This sample was gathered at the base of a waterfall I saw while hiking.
Desmids have high degrees of symmetry which remind me of paper snowflakes. Enjoy!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #Microscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #Foldscope #ScienceIsFun #EduSky
This sample was gathered at the base of a waterfall I saw while hiking.
Desmids have high degrees of symmetry which remind me of paper snowflakes. Enjoy!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #Microscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #Foldscope #ScienceIsFun #EduSky
October 2, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Adventures In Microscopy: Desmids!
This sample was gathered at the base of a waterfall I saw while hiking.
Desmids have high degrees of symmetry which remind me of paper snowflakes. Enjoy!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #Microscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #Foldscope #ScienceIsFun #EduSky
This sample was gathered at the base of a waterfall I saw while hiking.
Desmids have high degrees of symmetry which remind me of paper snowflakes. Enjoy!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #Microscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #Foldscope #ScienceIsFun #EduSky
Adventures In Microscopy: Marigold Pollen
Each of the pollen grains is covered in tiny little spikes. As always, I love how lighting can change the appearance so much! Enjoy! (#Foldscope 2.0, 340X)
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful
Each of the pollen grains is covered in tiny little spikes. As always, I love how lighting can change the appearance so much! Enjoy! (#Foldscope 2.0, 340X)
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful
September 12, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Adventures In Microscopy: Marigold Pollen
Each of the pollen grains is covered in tiny little spikes. As always, I love how lighting can change the appearance so much! Enjoy! (#Foldscope 2.0, 340X)
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful
Each of the pollen grains is covered in tiny little spikes. As always, I love how lighting can change the appearance so much! Enjoy! (#Foldscope 2.0, 340X)
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful
"w/ the little creatures, nobody really cares [if it is alive or dead.] But I think it makes a difference in how you connect to a creature. There is a subconscious connection between looking eye to eye w/ a creature that is alive vs a creature that is sort of crumpled up." -Anand Varna
This photo shows a parasitic worm coming out of an infected house cricket. 😱 It was taken by Anand Varma, who snaps intensely detailed images of tiny creatures.
A Photographer Captures Nature In Mind-Boggling Detail
Ever seen the hairs on a bee’s eyeball? Or the contours of a hummingbird's tongue? Science photographer Anand Varma takes us behind the lens.
www.sciencefriday.com
September 11, 2025 at 2:11 PM
"w/ the little creatures, nobody really cares [if it is alive or dead.] But I think it makes a difference in how you connect to a creature. There is a subconscious connection between looking eye to eye w/ a creature that is alive vs a creature that is sort of crumpled up." -Anand Varna
Adventures In Microscopy: Marigold Flower Petals (Part 2)
I put a marigold flower petal on a slide and enjoyed seeing some of the microscopic color variations and textures that are invisible to the naked eye!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
I put a marigold flower petal on a slide and enjoyed seeing some of the microscopic color variations and textures that are invisible to the naked eye!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
September 11, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Adventures In Microscopy: Marigold Flower Petals (Part 2)
I put a marigold flower petal on a slide and enjoyed seeing some of the microscopic color variations and textures that are invisible to the naked eye!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
I put a marigold flower petal on a slide and enjoyed seeing some of the microscopic color variations and textures that are invisible to the naked eye!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
Adventures In Microscopy: Marigold Flower Petals
The petals of a marigold are perfect for doing a cast to see the surface features under my #Foldscope 2.0. They may appear smooth, but there is a lot of texture!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
The petals of a marigold are perfect for doing a cast to see the surface features under my #Foldscope 2.0. They may appear smooth, but there is a lot of texture!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
September 11, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Adventures In Microscopy: Marigold Flower Petals
The petals of a marigold are perfect for doing a cast to see the surface features under my #Foldscope 2.0. They may appear smooth, but there is a lot of texture!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
The petals of a marigold are perfect for doing a cast to see the surface features under my #Foldscope 2.0. They may appear smooth, but there is a lot of texture!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
Adventures in Microscopy: Marigold Leaves
I made a cast of the leaves (using clear nail polish) to observe the stomata under a #Foldscope 2.0. These little "mouths" that "breathe" for the leaves never cease to amaze me!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsCool #EduSky
I made a cast of the leaves (using clear nail polish) to observe the stomata under a #Foldscope 2.0. These little "mouths" that "breathe" for the leaves never cease to amaze me!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsCool #EduSky
September 10, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Adventures in Microscopy: Marigold Leaves
I made a cast of the leaves (using clear nail polish) to observe the stomata under a #Foldscope 2.0. These little "mouths" that "breathe" for the leaves never cease to amaze me!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsCool #EduSky
I made a cast of the leaves (using clear nail polish) to observe the stomata under a #Foldscope 2.0. These little "mouths" that "breathe" for the leaves never cease to amaze me!
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsCool #EduSky
Adventures In Microscopy: Light up the Lichen!
Lighting makes a big difference! British Soldier lichen (Cladonia cristatella) w/ brightfield vs reflective lighting under a #Foldscope 2.0 at 50X magnification.
#FearlessMicroscopy #MicroscopyOnTheGo #ScienceIsFun #EduSky
Lighting makes a big difference! British Soldier lichen (Cladonia cristatella) w/ brightfield vs reflective lighting under a #Foldscope 2.0 at 50X magnification.
#FearlessMicroscopy #MicroscopyOnTheGo #ScienceIsFun #EduSky
September 9, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Adventures In Microscopy: Light up the Lichen!
Lighting makes a big difference! British Soldier lichen (Cladonia cristatella) w/ brightfield vs reflective lighting under a #Foldscope 2.0 at 50X magnification.
#FearlessMicroscopy #MicroscopyOnTheGo #ScienceIsFun #EduSky
Lighting makes a big difference! British Soldier lichen (Cladonia cristatella) w/ brightfield vs reflective lighting under a #Foldscope 2.0 at 50X magnification.
#FearlessMicroscopy #MicroscopyOnTheGo #ScienceIsFun #EduSky
Adventures In Microscopy: Micro Photo Shoot
Oregano flowers are so tiny that I could put an entire flower under my Foldscope 2.0! Enjoy the micro-still life results! (50X mag)
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #Foldscope #EduSky
Oregano flowers are so tiny that I could put an entire flower under my Foldscope 2.0! Enjoy the micro-still life results! (50X mag)
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #Foldscope #EduSky
September 8, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Adventures In Microscopy: Micro Photo Shoot
Oregano flowers are so tiny that I could put an entire flower under my Foldscope 2.0! Enjoy the micro-still life results! (50X mag)
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #Foldscope #EduSky
Oregano flowers are so tiny that I could put an entire flower under my Foldscope 2.0! Enjoy the micro-still life results! (50X mag)
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #GardenMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #Foldscope #EduSky
Adventures In Microscopy: More Insect Eggs!
Eggs on top of a stevia leaf (not worried about detection I guess!). They looked white, but there were actually reddish markings on them! Foldscope 2.0, 50X, darkfield
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful #GardenMicroscopy #Foldscope #EduSky
Eggs on top of a stevia leaf (not worried about detection I guess!). They looked white, but there were actually reddish markings on them! Foldscope 2.0, 50X, darkfield
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful #GardenMicroscopy #Foldscope #EduSky
September 4, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Adventures In Microscopy: More Insect Eggs!
Eggs on top of a stevia leaf (not worried about detection I guess!). They looked white, but there were actually reddish markings on them! Foldscope 2.0, 50X, darkfield
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful #GardenMicroscopy #Foldscope #EduSky
Eggs on top of a stevia leaf (not worried about detection I guess!). They looked white, but there were actually reddish markings on them! Foldscope 2.0, 50X, darkfield
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful #GardenMicroscopy #Foldscope #EduSky
Adventures In Microscopy: Sea Lettuce
Sample found on the shore of Owen Beach in Tacoma, WA. It looks like a sheet of green plastic wrap in the water, but under my Foldscope 2.0, the cells pop out! 340X + 5X zoom
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful #Foldscope #EduSky
Sample found on the shore of Owen Beach in Tacoma, WA. It looks like a sheet of green plastic wrap in the water, but under my Foldscope 2.0, the cells pop out! 340X + 5X zoom
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful #Foldscope #EduSky
September 3, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Adventures In Microscopy: Sea Lettuce
Sample found on the shore of Owen Beach in Tacoma, WA. It looks like a sheet of green plastic wrap in the water, but under my Foldscope 2.0, the cells pop out! 340X + 5X zoom
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful #Foldscope #EduSky
Sample found on the shore of Owen Beach in Tacoma, WA. It looks like a sheet of green plastic wrap in the water, but under my Foldscope 2.0, the cells pop out! 340X + 5X zoom
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful #Foldscope #EduSky
Reposted by hollyastuart
#Teachers - want to learn how to bring the microscopic world to life for your students and let them experience the thrill of authentic scientific discovery?
Reach out to us at growth@foldscope.com or comment below to make it a reality!
#EduSky #ScienceEducation #Microscopy #STEAM #STEM
Reach out to us at growth@foldscope.com or comment below to make it a reality!
#EduSky #ScienceEducation #Microscopy #STEAM #STEM
6/6 Aquatic Worms
There is so much out there that we don't know about just because we can't see it. I am so proud to be a part of a company that is helping people all around the globe discover and learn about this invisible, mysterious, and beautiful hidden world. #Foldscope
There is so much out there that we don't know about just because we can't see it. I am so proud to be a part of a company that is helping people all around the globe discover and learn about this invisible, mysterious, and beautiful hidden world. #Foldscope
August 26, 2025 at 2:59 PM
#Teachers - want to learn how to bring the microscopic world to life for your students and let them experience the thrill of authentic scientific discovery?
Reach out to us at growth@foldscope.com or comment below to make it a reality!
#EduSky #ScienceEducation #Microscopy #STEAM #STEM
Reach out to us at growth@foldscope.com or comment below to make it a reality!
#EduSky #ScienceEducation #Microscopy #STEAM #STEM
Adventures In Microscopy: Pond Water
1/6
More microscopic investigations from my Foldscopin' on the Farm! I saw the pond & couldn't resist grabbing a sample! The amount of life seen in one drop is truly awe inspiring.
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful #ScienceIsFun #EduSky
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More microscopic investigations from my Foldscopin' on the Farm! I saw the pond & couldn't resist grabbing a sample! The amount of life seen in one drop is truly awe inspiring.
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful #ScienceIsFun #EduSky
August 26, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Adventures In Microscopy: Pond Water
1/6
More microscopic investigations from my Foldscopin' on the Farm! I saw the pond & couldn't resist grabbing a sample! The amount of life seen in one drop is truly awe inspiring.
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful #ScienceIsFun #EduSky
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More microscopic investigations from my Foldscopin' on the Farm! I saw the pond & couldn't resist grabbing a sample! The amount of life seen in one drop is truly awe inspiring.
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ScienceIsBeautiful #ScienceIsFun #EduSky
Adventures In Microscopy: Zinnia Pollen
Foldscopin' on the farm w/ my friend last week! Showed her how easy it is to grab a pollen sample w/ some tape, put it in a Foldscope 2.0, & viola! The beauty of each grain of pollen was revealed!
#FearlessMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
Foldscopin' on the farm w/ my friend last week! Showed her how easy it is to grab a pollen sample w/ some tape, put it in a Foldscope 2.0, & viola! The beauty of each grain of pollen was revealed!
#FearlessMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
August 25, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Adventures In Microscopy: Zinnia Pollen
Foldscopin' on the farm w/ my friend last week! Showed her how easy it is to grab a pollen sample w/ some tape, put it in a Foldscope 2.0, & viola! The beauty of each grain of pollen was revealed!
#FearlessMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
Foldscopin' on the farm w/ my friend last week! Showed her how easy it is to grab a pollen sample w/ some tape, put it in a Foldscope 2.0, & viola! The beauty of each grain of pollen was revealed!
#FearlessMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky