Medicine’s blind spot
14 Apr 2022

Medicine’s blind spot

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The data we don’t collect on sex Use this resource to demonstrate the importance of sex equality and the need to address data gaps in clinical research and trials. The video highlights the significance of control groups, randomisation and testing … Continued
As COVID-19 vaccines get closer, these are the steps they must pass to prove they’re safe
2 Sep 2020

As COVID-19 vaccines get closer, these are the steps they must pass to prove they’re safe

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[PLEASE NOTE: The information in this article may since have been updated or refined.] As the world waits for a COVID-19 vaccine, an expert explains the clinical trials they must pass to prove their efficacy and safety. For year 8 … Continued
Working in Maths — Medical Modeller
9 Jul 2020

Working in Maths — Medical Modeller

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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
Working in Maths — Medical Data Compiler
9 Jul 2020

Working in Maths — Medical Data Compiler

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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
The unexpected and fascinating history of clinical trials
11 Jun 2020

The unexpected and fascinating history of clinical trials

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Clinical trials to find effective and safe medicines and treatments have a history stretching 1000 years from China to modern-day Australia. Use this resource to demonstrate how medicinal science has evolved and been refined throughout history with students in years … Continued
Where are we at with developing a vaccine for coronavirus?
14 Apr 2020

Where are we at with developing a vaccine for coronavirus?

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[PLEASE NOTE: The information in this article may since have been updated or refined.] The first stage may be to reduce the amount of virus generated during a typical infection. This article and diagrams will explain the vaccine development process being … Continued
STEM Pack 9: Vaccination
8 Apr 2020

STEM Pack 9: Vaccination

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Students explore the latest STEM careers – the science and the scientists – through videos, research and discussion. The STEM Careers Packs aim to make students aware of the wide variety of STEM careers. They help students understand the importance … Continued
History of ideas: vaccines and immunisation
7 Apr 2020

History of ideas: vaccines and immunisation

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As trials of COVID-19 vaccines kicks off, take a look back at the history of immunisation. These questions and attached student activity are suitable for students in years 8 and 9 studying Biological Sciences. They should be used to raise … Continued