How evolution engineered nature’s underwater acrobats
28 May 2021

How evolution engineered nature’s underwater acrobats

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Swim like a sea lion, splash like a seal. This fascinating article discusses how biology and engineering have come together to learn about the evolution of seals. It is best suited to students in Years 4, 5, 7 and 10 … Continued
Prosthetic fin for injured turtles
7 May 2021

Prosthetic fin for injured turtles

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Innovative new prosthetic fin approved for trial on real, threatened turtles. This short article and video show an excellent example of how technology can be used to help nature. It demonstrates to students how problems can be solved using technology … Continued
How a baby T-Rex bites
12 Mar 2021

How a baby T-Rex bites

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Researchers use 3D modelling to examine the jaws of different-sized tyrannosaurs. This resource is best suited to Biology and Physics students in Years 4, 7 and 10 who are learning about adaptations or forces and are interested in dinosaurs like … Continued
STELR Career Profiles in STEM – Wind Energy Engineer
27 Aug 2020

STELR Career Profiles in STEM – Wind Energy Engineer

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These videos explore the work of Senior Mechanical Wind Energy Engineer, Rosemary Barnes and provide a step-by-step tutorial for students to design their own turbine blades using CAD. Wind energy is one of Australia's main sources of renewable energy with … Continued
Working in… Earth Sciences – Cartographer
9 Jul 2020

Working in… Earth Sciences – Cartographer

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The Working In... series compiles a selection of fascinating STEM jobs in a multitude of fields. They are designed to highlight the variety of STEM careers available to students that they may not have considered, or been aware of before … Continued
The complex choices of animals
28 May 2020

The complex choices of animals

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3D technology meets behavioural research. This resource demonstrates how technology can be used in scientific studies of nature to ensure consistency and fair tests. It is suited to biology students studying features, adaptations or evolution in years 3, 5, or … Continued