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  • When the Mattress King met the Queen of Waste
    Student Activity & Article

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    When the Mattress King met the Queen of Waste

    ChemistryEarth SciencesSTEM

    You’re likely to have spotted an old mattress slumbering by the roadside, and they’re an environmental nightmare. Here are two...

    Years 7 & 10
  • How does 3D printing work?
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    How does 3D printing work?

    TechnologyChemistrySTEM

    Additive manufacturing has extended past manufacturing and into prototyping, fashion and even medicine. Learn about the different 3D printing devices...

    Years 8 & 10
  • Turning mirrors into windows using nanotechnology
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    Turning mirrors into windows using nanotechnology

    ChemistryPhysicsSTEMTechnology

    By combining materials science, physics and engineering, scientists have designed a new nano material that can reflect or transmit light...

    Years 8-10
  • Jane Oppenheim and her career in science-based skincare
    Article, Career Profile & Podcast

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    Jane Oppenheim and her career in science-based skincare

    BiologyCareers in STEMChemistrySTEM

    Researcher Dr Jane Oppenheim was the 2019 Clunies Ross Entrepreneur of the Year. In this article, you will find out...

    Years 8-10
  • Keep cool like a camel
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    Keep cool like a camel

    BiologyChemistrySTEMTechnology

    The two-layer thing may work for technology too. This fascinating article shows an efficient cooling technology that combines chemistry with...

    Years 6-8
  • Can objects bruise like we do?
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    Can objects bruise like we do?

    BiologyChemistrySTEMTechnology

    Korean scientists continue the quest to make material that bruise possible. This article is well suited to Year 8 and...

    Years 8-10
  • Honey Goes With The Flow
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    Honey Goes With The Flow

    ChemistryPhysics

    Honey coatings reverse the rules of viscosity. This resource is suitable for Year 7 and 8 Chemistry and Physics students...

    Years 7-8
  • Self-heal like a squid
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    Self-heal like a squid

    BiologyChemistrySTEM

    A new material inspired by a natural protein found in squid. This short article is well suited to students in...

    Years 5, 8 & 10
  • Plug it into the wall
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    Plug it into the wall

    ChemistryPhysicsSTEMTechnology

    Chemists create ‘smart bricks’ for energy storage. This short article is suitable for year 8 and 10 chemistry and physics...

    Years 8 & 10
  • Supercharged bandages improve wound healing
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    Supercharged bandages improve wound healing

    BiologyChemistrySTEMTechnology

    Using a new plasma coating on current wound dressings could promote the healing of chronic wounds and reduce patient suffering....

    Years 8-10
  • Working In… ART — Aboriginal Art Chemistry Researcher
    Career Profile & Video

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    Working In... ART — Aboriginal Art Chemistry Researcher

    Aboriginal + Torres Strait Islander Histories & CulturesChemistryScience Human Endeavours

    Meet Rachel, an Aboriginal Art Chemistry Researcher, who analysis the chemistry of Aboriginal art pigments to enhance our understanding of...

    Years 4, 6 & 8-10
  • Working in Art — Textile Conservator
    Career Profile & Video

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    Working in Art — Textile Conservator

    Careers in STEMChemistrySTEMTechnology

    The Working In… series compiles a selection of fascinating STEM jobs in a multitude of fields. They are designed to highlight the variety...

    Years 4, 6 & 8-10

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