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
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
The Science of Fireworks
15 Jan 2021

The Science of Fireworks

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Ever wondered about what’s behind the big bangs and bright sparks of New Year’s Eve? Nathan Kilah ignites the discussion. Seeing the relevance of chemical reactions on students everyday life can be hard for them, however the importance of fireworks … Continued
A catalyst for faster, cheaper biodiesel
11 Nov 2020

A catalyst for faster, cheaper biodiesel

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New system can work with low-grade feedstock. This interesting article details an invention to use biodiesels through an innovative chemical process. It is suitable for Year 7, 8, 9, and 10 Chemisty, Physics and Earth and Science students learning about … Continued
Working in Forensics — Chemist
9 Jul 2020

Working in Forensics — Chemist

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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
Peter Thomas-Hall – Chemist & Tech Officer
4 Jul 2017

Peter Thomas-Hall – Chemist & Tech Officer

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Meet Peter Thomas-Hall, a chemist and technical officer at Australian Institute of Marine Science in Queensland. Along with the Australian Academy of Science, we searched the whole country for science and technical support staff who go above and beyond. Peter … Continued