How do radio telescopes work?
19 Oct 2021

How do radio telescopes work?

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Astronomers have different ways of watching the universe, including optical telescopes like Hubble and radio telescopes like the SKA. But how do radio telescopes actually work? This animation shows you how both dish and dipole antennae receive radio waves to … Continued
Kirsten is the astrophysicist of the future
15 Oct 2020

Kirsten is the astrophysicist of the future

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Kirsten Banks is a rising star of astrophysics, getting people excited about the universe and the importance of combining contemporary and Indigenous knowledge in STEM. Learn about her path to becoming an astrophysicist and why she thinks continuous learning is … Continued
Peter is taking STEM outside the classroom
6 Oct 2020

Peter is taking STEM outside the classroom

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Peter Reeve continues to host STEM workshops for Indigenous students whilst studying Astrophysics at university. He uses the strategies that encouraged him to pursue STEM to engage students in the field and so we spoke with him to find out … Continued
If we keep heading the way we’re going, the platypus is in big trouble
6 Feb 2020

If we keep heading the way we’re going, the platypus is in big trouble

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Development and drought are pushing the platypus, like many other native Australian species, on the path to extinction. Suitable for years 5, 6, 7, 9 and 10 for Biological Sciences study, or year 10 Earth and Space Sciences. Word Count: … Continued