Future Now: Repairing the Human Body
25 Jun 2021

Future Now: Repairing the Human Body

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Future Now explores the latest innovations in science – from repairing the human body, to the past and future of dental care. The first episode of Future Now explores how we can repair the human body in incredible ways – like 3D … Continued
Future Now: The Story of our Teeth
1 Jun 2021

Future Now: The Story of our Teeth

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Future Now explores the latest innovations in science – from repairing the human body, to the past and future of dental care. This episode of Future Now takes a step back in time to look at how lucky we are today – our … Continued
Good as bone
24 Feb 2021

Good as bone

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Australian researchers take 3D printing to the next level with material that mimics bone tissue. This resource is best suited to Year 8 Biology and Chemistry students who are learning about cells and compounds. It is an excellent example of … Continued
The Internet of Temporary Things
15 Jan 2021

The Internet of Temporary Things

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Cash in your silicone chips – paper and plastic are about to make a comeback. As sensors fill the world with an endless stream of data on every aspect of our lives, Moore’s Law dictates that traditional silicon-based systems won’t … Continued
Why mozzies prefer some people to others
15 Sep 2020

Why mozzies prefer some people to others

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Bacterial diversity could explain why some people are more prone to mosquito bites than others. Use this article with year 8 and 10 Biology students to demonstrate how an understanding of bacteria, body systems and insects can impact society and … Continued
As COVID-19 vaccines get closer, these are the steps they must pass to prove they’re safe
2 Sep 2020

As COVID-19 vaccines get closer, these are the steps they must pass to prove they’re safe

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[PLEASE NOTE: The information in this article may since have been updated or refined.] As the world waits for a COVID-19 vaccine, an expert explains the clinical trials they must pass to prove their efficacy and safety. For year 8 … Continued
Why people get sick in virtual reality
28 Aug 2020

Why people get sick in virtual reality

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‘Cybersickness’ might sound right out of a sci-fi novel, but it’s an illness impacting people across industries today – and it’ll probably get worse. Combining an understanding of Biological Sciences to design and refine virtual reality technologies that could be … Continued
Supercharged bandages improve wound healing
24 Jul 2020

Supercharged bandages improve wound healing

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Using a new plasma coating on current wound dressings could promote the healing of chronic wounds and reduce patient suffering. This fascinating technological development could be used with Biology and Chemistry students in years 8, 9, and 10 to demonstrate … Continued
Picturing the future of medical imaging
13 Jul 2020

Picturing the future of medical imaging

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Medical imaging is undergoing massive change and according to an expert, that change is moving the industry beyond diagnosis. This article is well suited to students in years 8-12 to highlight the diversity of STEM careers and skills required in … Continued
Where are we at with developing a vaccine for coronavirus?
14 Apr 2020

Where are we at with developing a vaccine for coronavirus?

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[PLEASE NOTE: The information in this article may since have been updated or refined.] The first stage may be to reduce the amount of virus generated during a typical infection. This article and diagrams will explain the vaccine development process being … Continued