Sep 17 2024 25 mins
Foldscope is the paper microscope that combines low-cost materials with precision optics. This innovation results in microscopes that are both high-quality and affordable, with a range of magnifications (50X-340X). From tiny microorganisms to larger samples like insects, plants, fabrics, and tissues, Foldscope can inspire kids to see beyond their own eyes wherever they may be! Foldscope can also attach to mobile phones for imaging and is very portable, durable, and waterproof. With that versatility, the possibilities are endless!
Look for the new projection microscope soon!
Connect with Foldscope:
- Website: foldscope.com
- YouTube: @FoldscopeInstruments
- Twitter/X: @TeamFoldscope
- Facebook: @foldscope
- Instagram: @teamfoldscope
- Microcosmos (where people can post their Foldscope pictures and videos): microcosmos.foldscope.com
- Foldscope Blogs (to get ideas for things to look at and explore): foldscope.com/blogs/blog
- Learn more from Ep 204: dailystem.com/2021/06/11/stem-everyday-204-inexpensive-microscopes-for-everywhere-feat-jim-cybulski/
Holly Stuart is an Education Specialist at Foldscope and has spent the last 10 years as a science educator in both indoor and outdoor classrooms. She uses her background in Chemistry and Environmental Studies to seek out innovative teaching techniques to use with students. As an avid outdoor person, Holly takes her Foldscope with her on every hike and enjoys making new discoveries in the microcosmos. Holly is excited to help get Foldscopes into the hands of teachers and students so they can experience the joy of discovery as well.
Connect with Holly:
- email: [email protected]
- Twitter/X: @hollyastuart
Chris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:
- Website: dailystem.com
- Twitter/X: @dailystem
- Instagram: @dailystem
- YouTube: @dailystem
Get Chris's book Daily STEM on Amazon