Happy Birthday NSF!

The video celebrates the 66th anniversary of the National Science Foundation (NSF) by highlighting its significant contributions to science and technology over the decades. Starting from its establishment in 1950, the NSF has funded groundbreaking research, including the development of national observatories, Doppler radar, barcode technology, and the Internet. The video also covers advancements in genomics and the detection of gravitational waves, showcasing NSF's role in major scientific discoveries. The celebration concludes with a light-hearted cake moment.

When was the National Science Foundation (NSF) established?

• 1945

• 1950

• 1960

• 1970

Which technology did NSF help develop that is commonly used in weather forecasting?

• Satellite Imaging

• Doppler Radar

• Weather Balloons

• Thermal Imaging

What was a significant contribution of NSF in the 1980s related to computing?

• Development of Personal Computers

• Creation of the Internet Backbone

• Advancement in Quantum Computing

• Invention of the World Wide Web

Which plant was the first to have its entire genome sequenced with NSF's support?

• Zea mays

• Solanum lycopersicum

• Arabidopsis thaliana

• Oryza sativa

What major scientific phenomenon did NSF-funded researchers detect using LIGO?

• Dark Matter

• Gravitational Waves

• Higgs Boson

• Neutrinos