A new way to analyse old things
18 Aug 2020

A new way to analyse old things

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Researchers unveil updated method of carbon dating. This article is best suited to year 8 and 10 students who are studying Earth science and chemistry. It highlights the importance of an understanding of radioactive decay and the use of technology … Continued
How much does a koala need to drink?
6 May 2020

How much does a koala need to drink?

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Possibly a lot more than we thought. This article is suited to students in all years studying Biological or Earth and Space sciences. Although younger students may not be able to read the entire article or answer all questions, extracts … Continued
Infrared imaging promises new insight into Plato
10 Oct 2019

Infrared imaging promises new insight into Plato

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Ancient Greek text thought lost to age, ash and glue recovered through new approach. Use this article with students in years 6, 8, 9, and 10 to discover the vast amount of Chemistry and Physical science knowledge needed when studying … Continued
Ultimate Careers 2019
24 Sep 2019

Ultimate Careers 2019

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Explore the exciting world of STEM careers Ultimate Careers magazine is a great way to incorporate STEM careers into your classroom teaching - helping make the curriculum contextual and relevant. It helps students work out how to match their favourite … Continued
Tutorial: Brian Cox on black holes
12 Sep 2019

Tutorial: Brian Cox on black holes

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In the past few years, we’ve entered a new age of astronomy – now we can watch black holes collide, and see the aftermath of these collisions. Astrophysics legend Brian Cox talks us through what happens during these cataclysmic collisions and what might … Continued