Show Summary:

In this episode of The STEM Space, Claire shares a special behind‑the‑scenes look at a project she’s been leading with her after‑school STEM club, inspired by Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary and the recent film adaptation. You’ll hear directly from her students as they talk through their designs, discoveries, and big STEM takeaways.

A quick heads‑up: this episode includes a few Project Hail Mary spoilers, and the audio was recorded in the classroom rather than Claire’s usual setup, but the students’ excitement and creativity make it well worth the listen! Claire couldn’t be more proud of what they accomplished.

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