Australian research brings scientists closer to making blood stem cells in the lab
23 Sep 2022

Australian research brings scientists closer to making blood stem cells in the lab

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Australian blood stem cell research could help change the future of stem cell medicine. Two new pieces of research out of the University of NSW in Sydney have shone new light on how the precursors to blood stem cells occur … Continued
Model or Monster?
15 Jun 2022

Model or Monster?

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In a two-room laboratory sequestered in a hunkered-down building in Werribee, Victoria, a small but mighty group of baby frogs, some of the last bastions of their embattled species, are patiently waiting to die… In this article Amalyah Hart takes … Continued
The science of the sausage sizzle
25 May 2022

The science of the sausage sizzle

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What’s actually in the sausage and bread you buy? And are there scientifically safer ways to cook it? Apply students' knowledge of living things and chemical reactions in this resource (including an experiment) about food science. It is best suited … Continued
Spring cleaning cells take out the trash before they divide
18 May 2022

Spring cleaning cells take out the trash before they divide

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Cells may use this strategy to clear out toxic by-products and give their offspring a clean slate. These resources can be used in lessons on cells and cell division with Year 8 and 10 Biology students looking for applications of … Continued
Genetic discovery may help scientists reverse hearing loss
5 May 2022

Genetic discovery may help scientists reverse hearing loss

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Listen up: study in mouse model provides insight into the development of crucial sensory hair cells. This resource can be used with Yr 10 Biology students studying Genetics. It is best suited to Senior Biology students learning about the benefits … Continued
The chilly origins of Australia’s egg-laying mammals
6 Apr 2022

The chilly origins of Australia’s egg-laying mammals

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New research sheds light on the origin story of our mysterious monotremes. Learn more about these egg-cellent mammals with this resource. The downloadable resources can be adapted to span multiple years and topics. It is best suited for younger students … Continued
Promising progress for a cheap and accessible new COVID vaccine
23 Mar 2022

Promising progress for a cheap and accessible new COVID vaccine

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American researchers have used long-established technology to create a COVID vaccine that’s easy to make and store; clinical trials are underway. It could be a COVID-vax game-changer for less-wealthy nations. This resource is best suited to Biology students in Years … Continued
Why is there asymmetry in nature?
18 Mar 2022

Why is there asymmetry in nature?

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From lefty snails to deadly chemicals, asymmetry in nature is more common than you think. Use the free student activity to help students apply knowledge of adaptations, genetic mutations and elements and compounds. Word Count / Video Length:1072 / 15:16 … Continued
Message in a bottle
10 Mar 2022

Message in a bottle

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Messenger RNA technology, so long in the wings, has leapt from understudy to main act. Its deceptively simple technology has potential well beyond our current COVID predicament. This topical article could be used with students in years 8 to 12 … Continued
How do cells know when they’re fully grown?
17 Feb 2022

How do cells know when they’re fully grown?

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Scientists unlock the key to cell size regulation – and it’s all in the DNA. How do cells regulate their size? UK researchers have answered this long-standing question in biology. Turns out, they use their DNA content as an internal … Continued