How to build a spacesuit
8 Mar 2021

How to build a spacesuit

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Few uniforms are as recognisable and inspiring as those worn for space travel. But as Deborah Devis discovers, the evolution of the spacesuit has taken decades of small, painstaking steps. Find out how the design of spacesuits has changed and … Continued
How to live in space: what we’ve learnt from 20 years of the International Space Station
19 Nov 2020

How to live in space: what we’ve learnt from 20 years of the International Space Station

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November 2 marked 20 years since the first residents arrived on the International Space Station. The orbiting habitat has been continuously occupied ever since. This fascinating article describes 20 years of life on the ISS and its importance on society. … Continued
Venus keeps teasing us about life
17 Sep 2020

Venus keeps teasing us about life

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Phosphine gas has been detected in the atmosphere of Venus. This fascinating article is well suited to year 4-12 students who are studying any science and are interested in the needs for life and the search for life in the … Continued
Brines on Mars not habitable, study says
13 May 2020

Brines on Mars not habitable, study says

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Brines are common on Mars, but not ‘special’. As the search for life beyond Earth continues, this article could be used with students to discuss what the needs would be for life to exist and how scientists narrow their search. … Continued
New insights into habitability of Venus
15 Oct 2019

New insights into habitability of Venus

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Study finds lava flow didn’t contain water as previously thought. Use this article with students to demonstrate how scientific understanding changes over time depending on the evidence available at that time. This would be suited to students in years 5 … Continued
ET ‘habitable zone’ much smaller than previously thought
13 Jun 2019

ET ‘habitable zone’ much smaller than previously thought

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Modelling shows many exoplanets likely have toxic atmospheres, limiting possibilities. This compelling article could be used alongside all sciences for years 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 as well as senior sciences. Word Count: 827 The 'habitable zone' is generally … Continued