The Future of Food
18 May 2021

The Future of Food

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The way food is grown, used and distributed is constantly changing. When our grandparents were young, they had different access to food than we do, and it will look different again in the coming decades. So, what will our food … Continued
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
Can cat genes explain their nine lives?
6 Nov 2020

Can cat genes explain their nine lives?

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Maybe not, but they can help unravel genomic mutations. This article describes research about cat genomes and mutations. It is suitable for year 10 biology students studying genetics and DNA.   Word Count: 529 Credit: Josef Timar / Getty Images … Continued
Peter Enticott – Autism
9 May 2017

Peter Enticott – Autism

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Topics: Biological Sciences -  The Body Additional - Careers Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Form and Function Years: 7, 8, 9, 10 Video Length: 2:33m Meet Peter Enticott. He's a neuroscientist working on new brain-based treatments for autism. He wanted … Continued