Model or Monster?
15 Jun 2022

Model or Monster?

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In a two-room laboratory sequestered in a hunkered-down building in Werribee, Victoria, a small but mighty group of baby frogs, some of the last bastions of their embattled species, are patiently waiting to die… In this article Amalyah Hart takes … Continued
Genetic discovery may help scientists reverse hearing loss
5 May 2022

Genetic discovery may help scientists reverse hearing loss

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Listen up: study in mouse model provides insight into the development of crucial sensory hair cells. This resource can be used with Yr 10 Biology students studying Genetics. It is best suited to Senior Biology students learning about the benefits … Continued
Agriculture in a changing world when it’s not business as usual
4 Mar 2021

Agriculture in a changing world when it’s not business as usual

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Bushfires, floods, droughts, cyclones, new pests, new diseases and to top it all, COVID-19; there’s no shortage of factors that threaten Aussie agriculture and the three meals a day we sometimes take for granted. This extended article from ATSE is … Continued
Scientists probe the ethical and scientific dangers of gene-edited babies
1 May 2019

Scientists probe the ethical and scientific dangers of gene-edited babies

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Topics: Biological Sciences - Cells, The Body, Genetics Additional: Careers, Technology, Engineering Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Form and Function, Diversity and Evolution Years: 10, Senior Science Scientists don’t really get the female brain – and it’s a problem … Continued
Gene Editing News
1 Nov 2017

Gene Editing News

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Topics: Biological Sciences – Cells; Reproduction; The Body; Genetics Additional: Careers Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Form and Function Years: 8, 9, 10 Modified CRISPR gene editing technique is much more precise Modified CRISPR gene editing technique is much … Continued