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24 Mar 2022

What is the most important thing a scientist needs?

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, Biological Sciences, Careers In STEM, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

What is the most important thing a scientist needs? - Lennox, age 6 Use this article to help students learn about the skills required to be a scientist and explore potential careers in science. This resource is best suited to … Continued

15 Jan 2021

Windows to the Stars

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, Chemical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

For seven decades, the world worked to map the heavens – a massive endeavour that ran from the 19th century to the era of manned space flight, taking in two world wars and vast social change. In this article, we … Continued

23 Oct 2020

Shining a Light on the Hidden Universe

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

The night sky has always been a source of wonder, but it wasn’t until the 20th century that we could see the universe in its full glory – across the whole electromagnetic spectrum. This resource is best suited to Earth … Continued

13 Oct 2020

Elements of surprise in new star study

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Chemical Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

Carbon discovery has implications across astrophysics. This article is suitable for Year 8, 9, and 10 Chemistry and Earth and Space science students who are learning about the formation of atoms in the Universe. It is also suited to senior … Continued

14 Jun 2018

What causes Star Explosions?

by Hilary Jones | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences | 0

Topics: Earth and Space Sciences - The Big Bang Theory; The Solar System Additional: Careers, Technology Concepts (South Australia): Earth and Space Sciences - Earth in Space Years: 10 Scientists help solve mystery of what causes exploding stars Video Length: … Continued