WinterOlympics
Winter Olympians often compete in freezing temperatures – physiology and advances in materials science help keep them warm
Winter Olympians often compete in freezing temperatures – physiology and advances in materials science help keep them warm For the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, athletes can expect relatively mild but still chilly temperatures (upper 30s to mid-40s Fahrenheit), which will require adjustments in equipment preparation and physiological responses. Athletes competing in outdoor events will […]
🏥 Health
From ski jumps and sliding bobsleds to engineering snow, here are 5 essential reads on the science of the Winter Olympics
From ski jumps and sliding bobsleds to engineering snow, here are 5 essential reads on the science of the Winter Olympics The 2026 Winter Olympics will feature unique laws of physics at play, such as gravity, lift, and drag, which govern sports like ski jumping and sliding bobsleds. Mathematics also plays a role in the […]
🔬 Science