Holy galloping ants

Holy galloping ants

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Word Count: 651 The Saharan silver ant clocks up record speeds over blistering hot sands. This article could be used to demonstrate an application of specific adaptations to students in years 5, 8, 9, and 10. Contextual maths and activity … Continued
Inspiring science teachers recognised by Prime Minister’s Prizes

Inspiring science teachers recognised by Prime Minister’s Prizes

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The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science recognises outstanding teachers for their efforts in inspiring students with STEM. This year, Sarah Finney from Stirling East Primary School and Samantha Moyle from Brighton Secondary School have been recognised for their inspiring work … Continued
Tuba Kocaturk – Designing the smart cities of the future

Tuba Kocaturk – Designing the smart cities of the future

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Video Length: 6:47 mins and 4:59 mins Tuba Kocaturk is at the forefront of bringing technology and architecture together in the smart cities of the future. Use both films linked below with students to raise awareness of skills and understanding … Continued
New insights into habitability of Venus

New insights into habitability of Venus

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Word Count: 582 Study finds lava flow didn’t contain water as previously thought. Use this article with students to demonstrate how scientific understanding changes over time depending on the evidence available at that time. This would be suited to students … Continued
Richard is a toxic pollution fighting hero

Richard is a toxic pollution fighting hero

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Word Count: 581 Richard Fuller is fighting to reduce toxic pollution around the world, improving the lives of millions of people. This career profile could be used with students in years 4, 6, 7, 9, and 10 studying Biological and … Continued
How do scientists know evolution is real?

How do scientists know evolution is real?

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Word Count: 791 The idea of evolution – that species change and evolve over time – is the foundation of biology. But how do scientists actually know it’s real? Use this article with students to discuss evolution by natural selection … Continued
The engineer using nanotechnology to mend broken hearts

The engineer using nanotechnology to mend broken hearts

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Word Count / Video Length: 956 / 4:33 mins Hossein Tavassoli is working to mend broken hearts using an incredible nanotech breakthrough – and he wants to tell the world. Use this article and video with students to inspire them … Continued
A new ‘iron dragon’ pterosaur

A new ‘iron dragon’ pterosaur

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Word Count: 403 and 720 A newly described species suggests that Aussie pterosaurs might have lived longer than we thought. Use both articles to show students the scientific developments around fossils and evolution happening in Australia. It would be suited … Continued
Earliest life found in ancient Aussie rocks

Earliest life found in ancient Aussie rocks

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Word Count / Video Length: 495 The Pilbara’s famous stromatolites finally give up their secret. This fascinating discovery could be used with students studying Biological, Chemical or Earth and Space Sciences in years 4, 5, 7, 8, and 10. It … Continued
Biophilia: the concept of nature in design

Biophilia: the concept of nature in design

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Word Count / Video Length: 248 / 8:45 mins By using biophilia and adding nature into our urban landscape designs, we could do wonders for our physical and mental health. This beautiful video and secondary article could be used to … Continued