Why mozzies prefer some people to others
15 Sep 2020

Why mozzies prefer some people to others

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Bacterial diversity could explain why some people are more prone to mosquito bites than others. Use this article with year 8 and 10 Biology students to demonstrate how an understanding of bacteria, body systems and insects can impact society and … Continued
As if space wasn’t dangerous enough, bacteria become nastier in microgravity
20 Aug 2020

As if space wasn’t dangerous enough, bacteria become nastier in microgravity

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Research from space flight missions has found that bacteria seem to become more resistant to antibiotics and mutate quicker in space. This interesting article is suited to year 7-10 students across all sciences to demonstrate how the sciences can intertwine … Continued
Bacteria helps robot to get a grip
28 Jun 2019

Bacteria helps robot to get a grip

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A robot with a handful of e.coli can do things other robots can’t. This groundbreaking research should provide students with an excellent application of technology and engineering in science and demonstrate a future path for STEM research. It would be … Continued
Tackling Mosquitoes
21 Jul 2017

Tackling Mosquitoes

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Topics: Biological Sciences – Ecosystems; Cells; Living Things   Concepts (South Australia):  Biological Sciences - Interdependence and Ecosystems; Form and Function; Diversity and Evolution Years: 7, 8 Video length: 1:16m In the fight against disease-transmitting mosquitoes, the heroes aren't who … Continued