A vaccine against the virus that causes COVID-19 just took a huge step forward
27 Feb 2020

A vaccine against the virus that causes COVID-19 just took a huge step forward

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[PLEASE NOTE: The information in this article may since have been updated or refined.] An Australian team of researchers have developed a target for a vaccine against the COVID-19 coronavirus. This topical article could be used with students in years 8 … Continued
A safe way to clean up oil spills
27 Sep 2019

A safe way to clean up oil spills

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Aussie researchers have developed a new, low-cost foam to safely and quickly clean up oil spills. Discuss this amazing development with students in years 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 who are studying Chemical, Biological or Earth and Space … Continued
A simple gel could help prevent radiation burns
5 Sep 2019

A simple gel could help prevent radiation burns

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A gel dressing could be used to prevent skin burns – a painful side effect from radiation therapy. This short article describes an impressive development in science that could soon change the lives of cancer patients. It should be used … Continued
No, the pumice raft isn’t going to save the Great Barrier Reef
28 Aug 2019

No, the pumice raft isn’t going to save the Great Barrier Reef

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A volcanic pumice raft has set sail for Australia, with some hoping it will bring millions of new and healthy corals. Some think it’ll rescue our reef – but that ignores the underlying issues. This article could be used to … Continued
New podcast series by QUT aims to bridge the gap between researchers and educators
26 Jun 2019

New podcast series by QUT aims to bridge the gap between researchers and educators

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The internet of thoughts is coming | Cosmos Space tourism – a launch Australia can’t afford to miss - Australia's Science Channel The little-known native foods about to change the world - Australia's Science Channel From 3D printing to bioplastic, … Continued
Technology isn’t a barrier to us living on floating cities
10 Jun 2019

Technology isn’t a barrier to us living on floating cities

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Topics: Biological Sciences - Ecosystems, Lifecycles, Living Things Earth and Space Sciences - Renewable/non-renewable resources, Rocks, Extreme Earth Events, The Changing Earth Physical Sciences - Energy Additional: Careers, Technology, Engineering Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Interdependence and Ecosystems, Diversity … Continued
Koala-spotting drones a flying success
13 Mar 2019

Koala-spotting drones a flying success

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Queensland-developed drones that detect koalas in trees have proven their worth, spotting the furry creatures more reliably than people on the ground. This adorable, yet fascinating article could be used alongside Biological Sciences curriculum for a number of year groups, … Continued