Electronic mouth guards in AFL aid science
5 Aug 2021

Electronic mouth guards in AFL aid science

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Clubs that use the wearable technology aid sport science data collection. Learn how everyday technology can help our understanding of the body and injuries in this resource for Year 7, 8, 9 and 10 Biology, Physics and STEM students. Word … Continued
How evolution engineered nature’s underwater acrobats
28 May 2021

How evolution engineered nature’s underwater acrobats

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Swim like a sea lion, splash like a seal. This fascinating article discusses how biology and engineering have come together to learn about the evolution of seals. It is best suited to students in Years 4, 5, 7 and 10 … Continued
The right shoes help athletes run faster
14 May 2021

The right shoes help athletes run faster

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New shoe technology can drop marathon times by 2 minutes. Learn how STEM can help athletes in this resource for Year 7-10 students. The article describes how researchers have investigated the technology in running shoes to understand why athletes are … Continued
D.I.Y. Science – Use your own Force
3 Jul 2018

D.I.Y. Science – Use your own Force

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The D.I.Y. Science series contains some of our favourite experiments for kids to try at home. They are designed to help school teachers and carers inspire a child’s curiosity in science. It's time to get hands-on. Do incredible things with … Continued
Explainer: Soccer Playing and Forces
22 May 2018

Explainer: Soccer Playing and Forces

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One of the risks of brain injury in soccer comes from the forces applied during an integral part of the game – heading the ball. This resource explains forces for Year 7 Physics students via the medium of soccer.   Word … Continued
Generating power from light and shadow
7 May 2018

Generating power from light and shadow

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Topics: Earth and Space Sciences - Renewable/Non-renewable resources; The Changing Earth Physical Sciences - Energy Additional: Careers; Technology; Engineering Concepts (South Australia): Earth and Space Sciences - The Earth's Surface Physical Sciences - Forces and Motion; Energy Years: 6, 7, … Continued
Mayweather Vs McGregor – Boxing & Forces
30 Aug 2017

Mayweather Vs McGregor – Boxing & Forces

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In the fight between Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor, the most dangerous things in the boxing ring might have been the gloves. This is why the ref's call - and declaration of Mayweather as the winner - was the right … Continued