Australians are helping scientists get vital data this spring. Here’s how.
26 Oct 2022

Australians are helping scientists get vital data this spring. Here’s how.

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Using smartphone and web-based apps, the public are spotting the country’s rarely seen animals. This interesting article outlines projects and resources that allow you to get hands on with scientific research this Spring. Citizen science projects actively involve citizens in … Continued
A high-tech battle to protect the black rhino
3 Dec 2020

A high-tech battle to protect the black rhino

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New tracking technology is helping fight poaching in Namibia. This article highlights the important role that technology plays in the conservation of species. It is best suited for Year 4, 5, 6, 7, and 9 Biology students as well as … Continued
Where to look for bees of different types
27 Nov 2020

Where to look for bees of different types

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Hint: think temperate zones and more to the north. This interesting research shows where in the world different bee species live. It is suitable for Year 6,7,9 and 10 biology students learning about the ecosystem, species classification, information technology in … Continued
Working in… Earth Sciences – Marine Biologist 2
9 Jul 2020

Working in… Earth Sciences – Marine Biologist 2

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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 … Continued
Working in… Earth Sciences – Marine Biologist
9 Jul 2020

Working in… Earth Sciences – Marine Biologist

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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 … Continued
Working in… Earth Sciences – Biologist
9 Jul 2020

Working in… Earth Sciences – Biologist

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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 … Continued
Murder hornets? Meh. Our pest wasps decapitate flies and bully dingoes
4 Jun 2020

Murder hornets? Meh. Our pest wasps decapitate flies and bully dingoes

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Over the past 50 years, introduced European wasps have taken hold in Australia, and their attitude towards native species can be ruthless. This article highlights the impact of introduced species on native Australian species. It highlights the co-dependence of ecosystems … Continued
In Class With… Monica Gagliano
13 Mar 2019

In Class With… Monica Gagliano

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Get access to the biggest STEM names and brightest minds with our In Class With... series. Topics: Biological Sciences -  Ecosystems; Cells; Living Things Earth and Space Sciences - The Changing Earth Additional: Careers, Maths, Technology, Engineering Concepts (South Australia): … Continued
Working in… Earth Sciences – Seed Curation Officer
1 Dec 2017

Working in… Earth Sciences – Seed Curation Officer

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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 … Continued