Underwater ISS
10 Dec 2020

Underwater ISS

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Aquanaut and ocean conservationist Fabien Cousteau – first grandson of Jacques – is seeking to honour his Old Man of the Sea by building Proteus, the world’s largest and most advanced underwater habitat. Pat Sheil reports. This extended article from … Continued
Where to look for bees of different types
27 Nov 2020

Where to look for bees of different types

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Hint: think temperate zones and more to the north. This interesting research shows where in the world different bee species live. It is suitable for Year 6,7,9 and 10 biology students learning about the ecosystem, species classification, information technology in … Continued
How droughts affect forests
23 Nov 2020

How droughts affect forests

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Scientists explore the ecosystem regrowth. This thought-provoking article is suitable for Year 6 and 9 Biology students, and Year 6 and 10 Earth and Space students learning about the effects of humans, climate change, and drought on the ecosystem 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
Earth 2.0: same same, but better
5 Jul 2019

Earth 2.0: same same, but better

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Astrobiologists are thinking beyond just finding a near twin. This thought-provoking article would be well suited to all sciences from year 6 to 10 as well as Senior Sciences. It could provide a lots of talking points for students such … 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