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
History of ideas: vaccines and immunisation
7 Apr 2020

History of ideas: vaccines and immunisation

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As trials of COVID-19 vaccines kicks off, take a look back at the history of immunisation. These questions and attached student activity are suitable for students in years 8 and 9 studying Biological Sciences. They should be used to raise … Continued
Trekking alone across Antarctica taught me something about isolation
1 Apr 2020

Trekking alone across Antarctica taught me something about isolation

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One of the world’s greatest living explorers, Tim Jarvis, is used to pushing himself to the extreme. So he’s worth listening to when he talks about dealing with isolation. Following the advice from Tim Jarvis, try the attached student activity … Continued
How to survive isolation and keep everyone calm
27 Mar 2020

How to survive isolation and keep everyone calm

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Isolation sucks, but with some expert tips (and advice from astronauts) you can make it more bearable. We know that lots of people, children included, are experiencing intense feelings of stress and anxiety as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic … Continued