CSIRO Archives - Education

16 Sep 2022

Honouring forgotten women scientists, mathematicians, programmers and palaeontologists

by Claire Hughes | posted in: STEM In Action, Careers In STEM, Tools for Teachers | 0

The Australian government has launched a review into diversity in the science and technology sector. Among other things, the review will examine how to support women and girls in pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Research shows … Continued

15 Sep 2022

Get involved in scientific research with citizen science!

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Tools for Teachers, STEM In Action | 0

Why is citizen science so important and how can you find the right project for you? This interesting article outlines various citizen science projects and resources that allow you to get involved with hands on scientific research. Citizen science projects … Continued

2 Feb 2021

Engineers have built machines to scrub CO₂ from the air.

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

But will it halt climate change? This resource is best suited to Year 8, 9 and 10 Earth and Space and Chemistry students who are learning about CO2 emissions and technological advances that can help reduce levels in the atmosphere. … Continued

22 Jan 2021

Meet our Indigenous researcher: Marlee Hutton

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

To honour Australia’s history, from 18 to 26 January, Education – RiAus will be exclusively publishing content by and about First Nations Australians. These resources will look back at our favourite pieces from 2020 and also provide new content and … Continued

30 Jul 2020

These new species are things to Marvel at

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

CSIRO turns to heroes in this year’s list of newly named species. Show students the fun had by scientists when naming new species but also why species’ names are important in engaging society in scientists’ work. This article is best … Continued

22 Apr 2020

Where the wild things are: As humans stay indoors, nature is emerging

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

As COVID-19 forces us to abandon public spaces and stay home, nature appears to be “reclaiming” the streets. This article provides a positive view of physical isolation by reporting the reduction of human impact on nature. It is suited to … Continued

26 Aug 2019

Seaweed cow chow prevents bovine burps

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

Researchers have found that a common seaweed could reduce cow burps, and Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions by 10 per cent. This thought-provoking article would be suited to students studying Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences or Earth and Space Sciences in years … Continued

22 Jul 2019

Lisa Harvey-Smith: Smashing galaxies and gender stereotypes

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

Australia’s first Women in STEM Ambassador, Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith, discusses the future of astrophysics, the importance of science communication and what it takes to boost STEM diversity. Use this article as personal professional reading or with students to challenge them … Continued

3 Jul 2019

Australian astronomers track down the source of elusive fast radio burst

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

Using the astronomy equivalent of a live action replay, an Australian team have tracked the source of a one-off fast radio burst to a galaxy 3.6 billion light years away. This scientific article demonstrates the importance of technology in science … Continued