Mark Strauss

March 14 is that special time of year people pay homage to the mathematical constant pi (π). A majority of U.S. adults enjoyed math classes in grades K-12, and most who liked them say the subject matter was the main reason.

When Americans are asked what has brought the biggest improvement to their lives in the past five decades, they name technology more than any other advancement.

In giving career advice to high schoolers, younger Americans encourage them to follow their dreams while older adults tell them to get jobs in a STEM field.

Many Americans are exposed to science through TV and movies, and they come away with a positive impression of working in science, technology and medicine.

While many physicians in the United States report frustrations with their work, the public continues to hold health care providers in high regard.