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Australian Antarctic Division

SHIP OF FIRSTS
1 Apr 2022

SHIP OF FIRSTS

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Biological Sciences, Careers In STEM, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Australia’s icebreaker RSV Nuyina has risen to the challenges of its first Antarctic voyage, notching up an impressive list of firsts. During the 39 day voyage over 13,000 kilometres to Davis and Casey research stations, Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) personnel conducted a … Continued
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Everyday jobs in an extraordinary place
3 Mar 2022

Everyday jobs in an extraordinary place

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Careers In STEM, Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
The Australian Antarctic Program has just closed its recruitment process for 2022/23. Learn about just some of the amazing Antarctic STEM careers here. Use this resource to find out about STEM careers in Antarctica and consider future careers pathways with … Continued
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Who’s Eating Who: An Antarctic Murder Mystery
4 Feb 2022

Who’s Eating Who: An Antarctic Murder Mystery

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Can you solve the mystery of why the krill are disappearing? Use your knowledge of food chains in this fun activity for Year 7 Biology students learning about ecosystems and human impact. Download the activity below. In the icy waters … Continued
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Meet the new chief: Nicole Webster’s journey from the tropics to Antarctica
8 Dec 2021

Meet the new chief: Nicole Webster’s journey from the tropics to Antarctica

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
This marine scientist, Dr Nicole Webster, switched from coral to ice, thanks to a growing awareness of the role that scientific research can play in tackling the climate and biodiversity crises. So what can studying Antarctica tell us about our … Continued
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Exploring history through a 2000-year ice core
24 Nov 2021

Exploring history through a 2000-year ice core

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Chemical Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Antarctic scientists have analysed a 2000-year ice core record to find the link between Australian drought and greenhouse gases. Learn about Antarctic science and how research there impacts Australia in this resource for Year 8 and 10 Chemistry and Earth … Continued
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Antarctica: A window to the future
15 Nov 2021

Antarctica: A window to the future

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Find out why Antarctica is a frontier for scientific research. Learn about the importance of Antarctic science directly from the Australian Antarctic Division’s chief scientist, Professor Nicole Webster. This resource is best suited to Year 10 Earth and Space science … Continued
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Making Water in the Antarctic Desert
3 Nov 2021

Making Water in the Antarctic Desert

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Chemical Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
The Antarctic ice sheet holds about 90 percent of Earth’s fresh water in 30 million cubic kilometres of ice. But there’s not a drop to drink, unless you pour some serious energy into making it. This resource is best suited … Continued
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Nuyina has arrived in Tasmania!
20 Oct 2021

Nuyina has arrived in Tasmania!

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: STEM In Action, Tools for Teachers | 0
Australians are excited as their newest icebreaker, RSV Nuyina, arrives home in Hobart. Download the accompanying fun student activities to explore Nuyina. Word Count: 255 Nuyina arrives in Hobart after a 47 day journey. Click to enlarge. Credit: Rob Blakers … Continued
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Amazing Australian scientists and students recognised with Eureka Prizes
8 Oct 2021

Amazing Australian scientists and students recognised with Eureka Prizes

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Careers In STEM, STEM In Action, Tools for Teachers | 0
National science awards honour school students' science communication talent and innovation and leadership of researchers. Find out about some of the most innovative and exciting scientists in Australia who were awarded a Eureka Prize. Word Count: 340 The Eureka Prizes … Continued
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Australia’s new icebreaker is on its way home
27 Sep 2021

Australia’s new icebreaker is on its way home

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
The gateway to Antarctica is on its way to Australia in the form of a new icebreaker. Learn about Australia's newest icebreaker, RSV Nuyina, as it makes its way on a 24000 km journey to its home in Tasmania, ready … Continued
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