biology and tech Archives - Education

15 Jun 2022

Model or Monster?

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Biological Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

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

14 Jun 2022

School of rocks

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Biological Sciences, Careers In STEM, Chemical Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

How are we here? Why is the Earth the way it is? The way life arose in our solar system remains a fascinating mystery. Beset but not daunted by kangaroo scat, this astrogeologist – an alumna of NASA’s Astrobiology Institute … Continued

5 May 2022

Genetic discovery may help scientists reverse hearing loss

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

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

25 Feb 2022

How cochlear implants work…and when they don’t

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

Today, February 25th is International Cochlear Implant Day. The celebration is all in memory of the first cochlear implant in the world by French doctors Djourno and Eyres in 1957. The technology is remarkable, but it shouldn’t be considered a … Continued

27 Oct 2021

Tech In Your Clothes and Under Your Skin

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

You’re probably already pretty comfortable with wearing your technology. But how will you feel about implanting or ingesting it? Learn about how advancements in technology have translated to wearable tech, both on and in the body – combining technology and … Continued

27 Sep 2021

Hear Me Out

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

This documentary is based on the true-life events of Sue Walters, Bill Gibson and Jackson Tait. The narrative explains how Sue and Jackson came to have Cochlear Implants, allowing them to hear. They recount some life stories and share some … Continued

5 Aug 2021

Electronic mouth guards in AFL aid science

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

Clubs that use the wearable technology aid sport science data collection. Learn how everyday technology can help our understanding of the body and injuries in this resource for Year 7, 8, 9 and 10 Biology, Physics and STEM students. Word … Continued

28 May 2021

How evolution engineered nature’s underwater acrobats

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

Swim like a sea lion, splash like a seal. This fascinating article discusses how biology and engineering have come together to learn about the evolution of seals. It is best suited to students in Years 4, 5, 7 and 10 … Continued

14 May 2021

The right shoes help athletes run faster

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

New shoe technology can drop marathon times by 2 minutes. Learn how STEM can help athletes in this resource for Year 7-10 students. The article describes how researchers have investigated the technology in running shoes to understand why athletes are … Continued

7 May 2021

Prosthetic fin for injured turtles

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Biological Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

Innovative new prosthetic fin approved for trial on real, threatened turtles. This short article and video show an excellent example of how technology can be used to help nature. It demonstrates to students how problems can be solved using technology … Continued