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Australian Antarctic Program

Everyday jobs in an extraordinary place
3 Mar 2022

Everyday jobs in an extraordinary place

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Careers In STEM, Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
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
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Who’s Eating Who: An Antarctic Murder Mystery
4 Feb 2022

Who’s Eating Who: An Antarctic Murder Mystery

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Can you solve the mystery of why the krill are disappearing? Use your knowledge of food chains in this fun activity for Year 7 Biology students learning about ecosystems and human impact. Download the activity below. In the icy waters … Continued
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Meet the new chief: Nicole Webster’s journey from the tropics to Antarctica
8 Dec 2021

Meet the new chief: Nicole Webster’s journey from the tropics to Antarctica

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
This marine scientist, Dr Nicole Webster, switched from coral to ice, thanks to a growing awareness of the role that scientific research can play in tackling the climate and biodiversity crises. So what can studying Antarctica tell us about our … Continued
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Antarctica: A window to the future
15 Nov 2021

Antarctica: A window to the future

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Find out why Antarctica is a frontier for scientific research. Learn about the importance of Antarctic science directly from the Australian Antarctic Division’s chief scientist, Professor Nicole Webster. This resource is best suited to Year 10 Earth and Space science … Continued
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Amazing Australian scientists and students recognised with Eureka Prizes
8 Oct 2021

Amazing Australian scientists and students recognised with Eureka Prizes

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Tools for Teachers, Careers In STEM, STEM In Action | 0
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
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Antarctic biodiversity is under threat from climate change
19 Aug 2021

Antarctic biodiversity is under threat from climate change

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Biological Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Antarctic scientists have been monitoring the volume of ice-free areas on the continent and it's bad news for biodiversity. Watch this short video by the Australian Antarctic Program with students in Years 4, 6, 7, 9 and 10 to consider the … Continued
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Explore the Antarctic ocean floor
12 Aug 2021

Explore the Antarctic ocean floor

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Biological Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
By analysing algae on the surface of the ocean, scientists have figured out how to model and predict biodiversity on the Antarctic seafloor. In this video, hear from PhD candidate Jan Jansen about how the modelling process works, and check … Continued
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