Blood droplets travel in all directions in crime scenes
20 May 2021

Blood droplets travel in all directions in crime scenes

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New analysis examines the physics of blood from close-range gunshot wounds. This resource is best suited to students in Years 7, 8 and 9 who are learning about forces and particles. The article shows an application of Physics and Chemistry … Continued
Could plants help us find dead bodies?
8 Sep 2020

Could plants help us find dead bodies?

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Scientists are designing experiments to find out. This article demonstrates applications of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth Science understanding to develop technology and aid society. It it suitable for year 7-10 students learning about the electromagnetic spectrum, the nitrogen cycle, … Continued
Working in Forensics — Biologist
9 Jul 2020

Working in Forensics — 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 now. Find out … 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
Working In Forensics – Toxicologist
9 Jul 2020

Working In Forensics – Toxicologist

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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 Forensics – Crime Scene Investigator
9 Jul 2020

Working In Forensics – Crime Scene Investigator

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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 Forensics — Forensic Pathologist
9 Jul 2020

Working in Forensics — Forensic Pathologist

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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
Narrowing down the time of death
2 Jun 2020

Narrowing down the time of death

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New model could vastly improve forensic predictions. Use this resource, alongside STEM Pack 8: Forensics to demonstrate an application of Biology, Physics, medicine and technology. It is suited to students in years 8 and 9 and will open a discussion … Continued
Best of: Chemical Reactions
1 May 2020

Best of: Chemical Reactions

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Our best of series, published each week, collates our favourite and most popular resources for a particular topic. This week: Chemical Reactions for year 8, 9, and 10 students studying Chemical Sciences. Australian Curriculum Codes: ACSSU225, ACSSU178, ACSSU187 Year 8: … Continued
Is forensic science reliable? It depends on the questions you ask
16 Sep 2019

Is forensic science reliable? It depends on the questions you ask

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There’s certainly more to it than just applying methods or conducting tests. This article would work well with students in years 8, 9, and 10 studying Biological or Chemical Sciences. This article could be used alongside STEM Pack 8: Forensics … Continued