Our favourite STEM resources of 2022
20 Dec 2022

Our favourite STEM resources of 2022

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As 2022 and the school year comes to a close, we have gathered a collection of our favourite, and most popular, STEM education articles, activities, videos and resources for you to look through. This might help with your planning for … Continued
In Class With… Rob “Krill Whisperer” King
10 Aug 2022

In Class With… Rob “Krill Whisperer” King

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Get access to the biggest names and brightest minds in STEM with our In Class With… series. Marine Research Facility Specialist, Rob King aka The Krill Whisperer took on questions from school students around Australia in this exclusive In Class With… event. With … Continued
KRILL SEEKERS: HOW NUYINA IS REVOLUTIONISING ANTARCTIC RESEARCH
9 Jun 2022

KRILL SEEKERS: HOW NUYINA IS REVOLUTIONISING ANTARCTIC RESEARCH

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Scientists and engineers at AAD have designed and built equipment that has revolutionised not only the capture of live Antarctic krill in the Southern Ocean, but also world-leading research in a krill aquarium. The project has been more than a … Continued
SHIP OF FIRSTS
1 Apr 2022

SHIP OF FIRSTS

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Australia’s icebreaker RSV Nuyina has risen to the challenges of its first Antarctic voyage, notching up an impressive list of firsts. During the 39 day voyage over 13,000 kilometres to Davis and Casey research stations, Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) personnel conducted a … Continued
Everyday jobs in an extraordinary place
3 Mar 2022

Everyday jobs in an extraordinary place

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The Australian Antarctic Program has just closed its recruitment process for 2022/23. Learn about just some of the amazing Antarctic STEM careers here. Use this resource to find out about STEM careers in Antarctica and consider future careers pathways with … Continued
Nuyina has arrived in Tasmania!
20 Oct 2021

Nuyina has arrived in Tasmania!

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Australians are excited as their newest icebreaker, RSV Nuyina, arrives home in Hobart. Download the accompanying fun student activities to explore Nuyina. Word Count: 255 Nuyina arrives in Hobart after a 47 day journey. Click to enlarge. Credit: Rob Blakers … Continued
Amazing Australian scientists and students recognised with Eureka Prizes
8 Oct 2021

Amazing Australian scientists and students recognised with Eureka Prizes

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National science awards honour school students' science communication talent and innovation and leadership of researchers. Find out about some of the most innovative and exciting scientists in Australia who were awarded a Eureka Prize. Word Count: 340 The Eureka Prizes … Continued
Australia’s new icebreaker is on its way home
27 Sep 2021

Australia’s new icebreaker is on its way home

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The gateway to Antarctica is on its way to Australia in the form of a new icebreaker. Learn about Australia's newest icebreaker, RSV Nuyina, as it makes its way on a 24000 km journey to its home in Tasmania, ready … Continued
Technology in Antarctica
20 Sep 2021

Technology in Antarctica

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How does technology enable scientists to learn about Antarctic animals? This extended resource is designed for Year 7 Biology and STEM students who are learning about food chains and the use of technology when studying animals. It covers keystone species, … Continued
Breaking the Ice
6 Sep 2021

Breaking the Ice

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How do ships sail through the ice to deliver resources to Antarctica? This extended resource is designed for Year 4 Physics and STEM students who are learning about push and pull forces. It covers real-life forces and their effects and … Continued