STEM

Einstein's General Theory of Relativity

STEM4 Phases3 – 4 WeeksGrades 9–12

Grade LevelGrades 9–12

Expert MentorPuragraha GuhaThakurta

Average Rating5/5

Learned Something New100%

The Brief

What this project is really about

For centuries, we viewed gravity as a mysterious force pulling objects together. Einstein changed everything by suggesting that gravity isn't a "pull," but a curve in the fabric of the universe itself. This project invites students to step into the shoes of history’s greatest physicists. By conducting both classic and modern experiments, students will bridge the gap between Galileo’s observations on Earth and Einstein’s revolutionary General Theory of Relativity, exploring how stars form, live, and how mass bends light across the cosmic stage

Skills & Learning

What you'll walk away knowing how to do

This project isn't about memorising facts. It's about building capabilities that transfer — to your next project, your next class, and beyond.

Skills information coming soon.

Expert Guidance

Learn from someone who does this for a living

You're not learning from a textbook. You're learning from a practitioner.

Project Mentor

Your Mentor

Puragraha GuhaThakurta

UC Santa Cruz

Puragraha GuhaThakurta brings real-world expertise and professional depth to this project, guiding students through every phase with insight that goes beyond the classroom.

Project Journey

Four phases. One real outcome.

Here's exactly what you'll do — and in what order. No surprises.

Phase One

Research & Discover

Immerse yourself in the problem. Gather real data, talk to stakeholders, and understand the landscape from primary and secondary sources.

⏱ Week 1

Phase Two

Analyse & Ideate

Find the patterns. Identify root causes, generate multiple solution ideas, and stress-test which approaches are genuinely feasible.

⏱ Week 2

Phase Three

Design & Build

Create your solution — whether it's a prototype, proposal, campaign, or product. Make it real enough to show an actual audience.

⏱ Week 3

Phase Four

Present & Reflect

Present your work, field questions, and articulate what you learned. Document your journey so others can build on it.

⏱ Week 4

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