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  • Phenomena – Episode 9: Evolution
    SCINEMA, Student Activity & Video

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    Phenomena - Episode 9: Evolution

    BiologySTEM

    Life is the most complex form of matter. The forces of nature combine, and simple lifeforms evolve into all the...

    Years 10-12
  • How to think when you don’t have a brain
    Article

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    How to think when you don’t have a brain

    BiologySTEM

    Even a form of brainless slime mould can make decisions about its next venture. What can it teach humans? Learn...

    Years 8-10
  • How animal life started on Earth
    Video

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    How animal life started on Earth

    BiologyChemistryEarth SciencesSTEM

    Researchers in Australia have solved the mystery of how animal life first appeared on Earth. This clip not only explains...

    Years 4, 6 & 8-10
  • Predator and Prey
    Antarctic Science, Article & Student Activity

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    Predator and Prey

    BiologySTEM

    Who eats whom in Antarctica? Learn about the predator and prey relationships in the Antarctic. This extended resource is designed...

    Years 4
  • Predators, prey and moonlight singing
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    Predators, prey and moonlight singing

    BiologyEarth SciencesPhysicsSTEM

    How phases of the Moon affect native wildlife. Scientists investigate how native animals are impacted by varying levels of light....

    Years 3-7
  • Q&A: Cracking a Rembrandt mystery
    Article & Career Profile

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    Q&A: Cracking a Rembrandt mystery

    BiologyCareers in STEMEarth SciencesPhysicsSTEM

    An old portrait has shone a light on dendrochronology. Combining a passion for science and art to uncover lost artworks....

    Years 9-10
  • Could plants help us find dead bodies?
    Article

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    Could plants help us find dead bodies?

    BiologyChemistryEarth SciencesPhysicsSTEMTechnology

    Scientists are designing experiments to find out. This article demonstrates applications of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth Science understanding to...

    Years 7-10
  • The evolution of chimp skills
    Article

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    The evolution of chimp skills

    BiologySTEM

    Goualougo young learn differently to others in Africa. This article may suit year 5 biology students who are learning about...

    Years 5 & 10
  • As if space wasn’t dangerous enough, bacteria become nastier in microgravity
    Article

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

    BiologyChemistryPhysicsSpace SciencesSTEM

    Research from space flight missions has found that bacteria seem to become more resistant to antibiotics and mutate quicker in...

    Years 7-10
  • Do all animals socially isolate to avoid disease?
    Article

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    Do all animals socially isolate to avoid disease?

    BiologySTEM

    Whether or not animals socially isolate depends on the circumstances and the cost-benefit analysis. This article is best suited to...

    Years 8-10
  • Why are viruses considered non-living?
    Article

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    Why are viruses considered non-living?

    BiologySTEM

    Viruses lack many of the features that are the hallmarks of life. This explainer article is well suited to year...

    Years 8-10
  • Introducing spider (inspired) cam
    Video & Article

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    Introducing spider (inspired) cam

    BiologyPhysicsSTEMTechnology

    Researchers develop a small and highly effective depth sensor. Use this article to discuss with students the importance of biological...

    Years 5, 8 & 10

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