biology careers Archives - Education

30 Mar 2022

Eating bugs: is insect protein the way to a sustainable future?

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

Entomologist and food scientist Skye Blackburn tells us why we should consider adding insects to our diet. This video and article are best suited to Year 7 and 9 Biology students who are learning about food sustainability, food security and … Continued

23 Mar 2022

Promising progress for a cheap and accessible new COVID vaccine

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

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

31 Aug 2021

Bridging Gaps: Getting to the STEM career you want

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

Not getting the correct grades doesn't have to be a barrier for students. This article case studies three students with alternative paths to their ultimate career. This resource is best suited to senior science students or other students with an … Continued

18 May 2021

The Future of Food

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Biological Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action, Sustainability | 0

The way food is grown, used and distributed is constantly changing. When our grandparents were young, they had different access to food than we do, and it will look different again in the coming decades. So, what will our food … Continued

14 Apr 2021

Antarctica: Animal Adaptations

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

What adaptations do animals have to help them survive the harsh Antarctic conditions? This extended resource is designed for Year 5 and 6 Biology students who are learning about animal adaptations and ecosystems. It covers the physical, behavioural and physiological … Continued

23 Mar 2021

The Future of Healthcare

by Deborah Devis | posted in: Biological Sciences, Careers In STEM, STEM In Action | 0

Healthcare in the future will probably be personalised – with a lot of computing involved. This interesting interview explains how computer technology is required for genomics, and that future careers will intersect with many areas of science. It is suitable … Continued

11 Mar 2021

Cadmium overload

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

Soil changes mean more toxins in food. This resource is best suited to Year 7, 8 and 10 Biology (food chains), Chemistry (elements) and Earth and Space (the Earth’s resources) students. It also covers some Earth and Space science outcomes … Continued

26 Feb 2021

Mutations, variants and strains

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

What’s the difference between mutations, variants and strains? A guide to COVID terminology. This resource is an excellent example of how scientific understanding is continuously being refined. It is best suited to Year 8 and 9 Biology students who are … Continued

24 Feb 2021

Good as bone

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

Australian researchers take 3D printing to the next level with material that mimics bone tissue. This resource is best suited to Year 8 Biology and Chemistry students who are learning about cells and compounds. It is an excellent example of … Continued

19 Feb 2021

Explainer: How to make a vaccine

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

Inside the Australian manufacturing process of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine. This resource is best suited to Chemistry and Biology students in Years 8, 9 and 10 who are learning about cells and chemical reactions. It details the steps involved in manufacturing … Continued