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
Glowing, colour-changing polymer
21 May 2021

Glowing, colour-changing polymer

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Scientists design a polymer that changes colour depending on its length. Explore applications of manufacturing molecules with senior Chemistry students (Unit 4). The resource can also be used with Year 9 Physics students learning about light emissions and waves. Word … Continued
Exoplanet atmosphere hints it formed far from star
11 May 2021

Exoplanet atmosphere hints it formed far from star

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Chemical fingerprint of the exoplanet Osiris shows unexpectedly high carbon. Find out how astronomers have used spectroscopy to analyse the chemical composition of the atmosphere of Osiris. This resource is best suited to Chemistry, Earth and Space and Physics students … Continued
Learning about Titan’s chemistry
2 Mar 2021

Learning about Titan’s chemistry

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Atomic-force microscopy allows new understanding of Saturn’s moon. This article looks at how researchers are using technology to understand the chemical make-up of Titan. It is best suited to Year 8, 9 and 10 Chemistry students who are learning about … Continued
Good as bone
24 Feb 2021

Good as bone

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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
Explainer: How to make a vaccine
19 Feb 2021

Explainer: How to make a vaccine

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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
Honey Goes With The Flow
22 Oct 2020

Honey Goes With The Flow

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Honey coatings reverse the rules of viscosity. This resource is suitable for Year 7 and 8 Chemistry and Physics students learning about movement of liquids and hydrophobic forces.   Word Count: 459 Plug it into the wall Drops of honey … Continued
Working in Robotics & Engineering – Biotechnician & Chemical Engineer
9 Jul 2020

Working in Robotics & Engineering – Biotechnician & Chemical Engineer

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The Working In… series compiles a selection of fascinating STEM jobs in a multitude of fields. They are designed to highlight the variety of STEM careers available to students that they may not have considered, or been aware of before now. Find out … Continued
Charge a car in just 10 minutes?
31 Oct 2019

Charge a car in just 10 minutes?

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It’s possible say the engineers behind a new lithium battery. This article could be great to show students a contextual application of their understanding of Chemical and Physical Sciences for years 6, 8, 9, and 10. It also demonstrates a … Continued
Pain relief may be found in the mud
21 Oct 2019

Pain relief may be found in the mud

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It’s early days, but a chemical found in a fungus growing in mud near a boat ramp could be the inglorious source of a pain killer as potent as morphine. This article would be suited to students in years 6, … Continued