Predators, prey and moonlight singing
16 Sep 2020

Predators, prey and moonlight singing

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How phases of the Moon affect native wildlife. Scientists investigate how native animals are impacted by varying levels of light. This article is suitable for science students in years 3-7 who are learning about light, ecosystems and the Moon. Word … Continued
Biophilia: the concept of nature in design
30 Sep 2019

Biophilia: the concept of nature in design

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By using biophilia and adding nature into our urban landscape designs, we could do wonders for our physical and mental health. This beautiful video and secondary article could be used to demonstrate applications of scientific knowledge in design and architecture. … Continued
A safe way to clean up oil spills
27 Sep 2019

A safe way to clean up oil spills

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Aussie researchers have developed a new, low-cost foam to safely and quickly clean up oil spills. Discuss this amazing development with students in years 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 who are studying Chemical, Biological or Earth and Space … Continued
Clean energy technology is drawing inspiration from nature
24 Sep 2019

Clean energy technology is drawing inspiration from nature

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By observing how plants, animals and even mud behave, renewable energy innovators are uncovering new ideas. Use this interesting article with students in years 4 – 10 studying any science. It would be particularly suited to those studying energy generation … Continued
Heat-resistant coral could help rescue threatened reefs
18 Sep 2019

Heat-resistant coral could help rescue threatened reefs

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But it needs to survive climate change first. This article could be used with students in years 4-10 studying Biological and Earth and Space Sciences however it would also work with Chemical and Physical Sciences. It would particularly suit students … Continued
Federal laws are being broken as threatened species habitat continues to be destroyed
11 Sep 2019

Federal laws are being broken as threatened species habitat continues to be destroyed

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Despite federal environmental protection laws, human activities are continuing to destroy threatened species habitat at dangerous rates. Read this short article with students to initiate a discussion about human impact on ecosystems. It would be particularly suited to students in … Continued