by Trish Adkins
In 2000, the first draft of the map of human genome—a mosaic representation of characteristics of what makes our biology uniquely human—was released. The map paved the way for more... more
by Trish Adkins
In 2000, the first draft of the map of human genome—a mosaic representation of characteristics of what makes our biology uniquely human—was released. The map paved the way for more... more
When 14-year-old U.S. Junior National Cyclist Arnav, fell off his bike and shattered his helmet during a race, the race... more
“No, I want to compete,” Arnav said as he picked his bike up off the ground.
Despite having just fallen off his cycle and shattered his helmet, Arnav was insistent on finishing the cycling competition. Race officials cautioned... more
by Trish Adkins, ALSF
In 2000, 4-year-old Alexandra “Alex” Scott asked her parents to help host her first lemonade stand in her front yard. Alex had been battling... more
by Jay Scott, Alex’s Dad
In our book, Alex and the Amazing Lemonade Stand, there is a picture of a woman on crutches. This character... more
In 2006, at the age of 11, Taylor was diagnosed with... more
Taylor, a 21-year-old University of North Alabama student, is studying to become a pediatric oncology nurse. Although she’s only in her first year of nursing courses, Taylor knows exactly what nurses can mean to their patients. Taylor... more
by Kaela Cruz
ALSF Hero... more