Phenomena – Episode 9: Evolution
7 Sep 2021

Phenomena – Episode 9: Evolution

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Life is the most complex form of matter. The forces of nature combine, and simple lifeforms evolve into all the diversity of living things. This film was submitted to the SCINEMA 2021 International Science Film Festival and was selected to … Continued
How to think when you don’t have a brain
22 Jul 2021

How to think when you don’t have a brain

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Even a form of brainless slime mould can make decisions about its next venture. What can it teach humans? Learn how slime mould is able to function without a brain in this resource for Year 8, 9 and 10 Biology … Continued
How animal life started on Earth
18 Jun 2021

How animal life started on Earth

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Researchers in Australia have solved the mystery of how animal life first appeared on Earth. This clip not only explains how ecosystems can change, and how animal life began on Earth but also highlights careers for anyone with an interest … Continued
Predator and Prey
11 Jun 2021

Predator and Prey

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Who eats whom in Antarctica? Learn about the predator and prey relationships in the Antarctic. This extended resource is designed for Year 4 Biology students who are learning how living things depend on each other. It covers the relationships between … Continued
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
Q&A: Cracking a Rembrandt mystery
14 Sep 2020

Q&A: Cracking a Rembrandt mystery

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An old portrait has shone a light on dendrochronology. Combining a passion for science and art to uncover lost artworks. Suitable for Earth and Space, Physics and Biology students in years 4, 9, and 10 to demonstrate a different application … Continued
Could plants help us find dead bodies?
8 Sep 2020

Could plants help us find dead bodies?

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Scientists are designing experiments to find out. This article demonstrates applications of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth Science understanding to develop technology and aid society. It it suitable for year 7-10 students learning about the electromagnetic spectrum, the nitrogen cycle, … Continued
The evolution of chimp skills
24 Aug 2020

The evolution of chimp skills

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Goualougo young learn differently to others in Africa. This article may suit year 5 biology students who are learning about adaptations and is best suited to year 10 Biology students who are studying evolution of species. It should be used … Continued
As if space wasn’t dangerous enough, bacteria become nastier in microgravity
20 Aug 2020

As if space wasn’t dangerous enough, bacteria become nastier in microgravity

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Research from space flight missions has found that bacteria seem to become more resistant to antibiotics and mutate quicker in space. This interesting article is suited to year 7-10 students across all sciences to demonstrate how the sciences can intertwine … Continued
Do all animals socially isolate to avoid disease?
19 Aug 2020

Do all animals socially isolate to avoid disease?

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Whether or not animals socially isolate depends on the circumstances and the cost-benefit analysis. This article is best suited to year 8-10 Biology students who are looking to apply their understanding of cells, body systems and genetics to a real-world … Continued