The Internet of Temporary Things
15 Jan 2021

The Internet of Temporary Things

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Cash in your silicone chips – paper and plastic are about to make a comeback. As sensors fill the world with an endless stream of data on every aspect of our lives, Moore’s Law dictates that traditional silicon-based systems won’t … Continued
A catalyst for faster, cheaper biodiesel
11 Nov 2020

A catalyst for faster, cheaper biodiesel

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New system can work with low-grade feedstock. This interesting article details an invention to use biodiesels through an innovative chemical process. It is suitable for Year 7, 8, 9, and 10 Chemisty, Physics and Earth and Science students learning about … Continued
Wine with a touch of Eucalyptus?
29 Oct 2020

Wine with a touch of Eucalyptus?

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The science of Indigenous Australian fermentation. This article is suitable for Year 7 and 8 Biology students learning about wine or Indigenous agricultural science, and Year 7, 8, 9 and 10 Chemistry students learning about fermentation and organic compounds.   … Continued
Working in Art — Aboriginal Art Chemistry Researcher
9 Jul 2020

Working in Art — Aboriginal Art Chemistry Researcher

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The Working In… series compiles a selection of fascinating STEM jobs in a multitude of fields. They are designed to highlight the variety of STEM careers available to students that they may not have considered, or been aware of before now. Find out … Continued
Working in… Earth Sciences – Solar Energy Storage Researcher
9 Jul 2020

Working in… Earth Sciences – Solar Energy Storage Researcher

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The Working In... series compiles a selection of fascinating STEM jobs in a multitude of fields. They are designed to highlight the variety of STEM careers available to students that they may not have considered, or been aware of before … Continued
Alan Finkel – Australia’s hydrogen future has arrived
28 Nov 2019

Alan Finkel – Australia’s hydrogen future has arrived

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With the natural resources and relationship with importers, Australia is well placed to profit from a hydrogen future, writes Australia’s Chief Scientist. Clear infographic accompanies this explanative piece that could be utilized alongside Chemical, Physical or Earth and Space Sciences … Continued
Turning sunlight into syngas
23 Oct 2019

Turning sunlight into syngas

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British researchers report a new benchmark in the field of solar fuels. Use this article to demonstrate some amazing new technology being developed to help save the planet and reduce the amount of carbon being emitted. It would be suited … Continued
Tuba Kocaturk – Designing the smart cities of the future
16 Oct 2019

Tuba Kocaturk – Designing the smart cities of the future

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Tuba Kocaturk is at the forefront of bringing technology and architecture together in the smart cities of the future. Use both films linked below with students to raise awareness of skills and understanding required in architecture careers in the future. … Continued
How Craig turned his engineering job into economic modelling
26 Sep 2019

How Craig turned his engineering job into economic modelling

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From engineering to economic modelling, a career in STEM can lead to a range of different opportunities. This article would be useful for promoting careers in STEM and would be suited to all sciences for years 7, 8, 9, 10, … Continued
Columbia: NASA blew it
23 Sep 2019

Columbia: NASA blew it

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Word Count / Video Length: 379 / 10:00 mins NASA’s return to space after the Columbia disaster was “ugly” and fraught with internal arguments and mistrust, says Charles Camarda – a NASA astronaut who flew on the mission. This gripping … Continued