STEM Isn't Hard Because You're Not Smart Enough - NSMQ2026
RESEC-Legon's record 9th NSMQ title raises an old question: are STEM subjects only for the naturally gifted? This piece argues otherwise, breaking down why science and math feel exceptionally hard, from sequential learning gaps to the "brilliance myth," and showing why persistence and practice, not innate talent, are what actually separate top performers.
Sep 10, 2026 · Keryx Contributor