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Hear how his students have gone on to influence everything from Mars exploration to sandwich design, and learn why Jeff believes science belongs at the heart of every subject. Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or lifelong learner, you’ll come away rethinking what it really means to teach—and learn—science.
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