Stark legacy: secrets of dire wolves revealed
15 Feb 2021

Stark legacy: secrets of dire wolves revealed

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Forensic DNA reveals dire wolves are their own species. This interesting resource is best suited for Year 10 Biology students who are learning about genetics, evolution and fossil evidence for natural selection. It demonstrates how scientists use this knowledge to … Continued
Live Fast, Die Last
15 Jan 2021

Live Fast, Die Last

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In complete defiance of one of nature’s most fundamental laws, a species of tiny, frenetic bat is living 10 times longer – and healthier – than it should. Andrew Bain talks to the research team embarking on the project of … Continued
The genome of Lonesome George could unlock the secret of ageing
7 Dec 2018

The genome of Lonesome George could unlock the secret of ageing

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Topics: Biological Sciences - Genetics Additional: Careers, Technology Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Form and Function; Diversity and Evolution Years: 10 The genome of Lonesome George could unlock the secret of ageing Word Count: 324 Giant tortoise DNA gives … Continued
Why don’t elephants get cancer?
15 Aug 2018

Why don’t elephants get cancer?

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Topics: Biological Sciences - Cells; Genetics; Living Things Additional: Careers, Technology Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Diversity and Evolution; Form and Function Years: 8, 10 Why don’t elephants get cancer? Word Count: 690 This fascinating article on new research … Continued
Jumping genes found in animals and plants
12 Jul 2018

Jumping genes found in animals and plants

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Topics: Biological Sciences - Cells; Genetics; Living Things Additional: Careers, Technology Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Diversity and Evolution; Form and Function Years: 10 Jumping genes found in animals and plants Word Count: 475 Astonishing discovery about how DNA … Continued
Science of Sexuality – we were born this way
14 Nov 2017

Science of Sexuality – we were born this way

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Our preferences are often hard-wired into our bodies. This extended article is best suited to Year 10 Biology students who are learning about genetics. It is also an excellent example of how the values and needs of society influence scientific … Continued