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A catalogue of 25 “hot Jupiter” exoplanets
13 May 2022

A catalogue of 25 “hot Jupiter” exoplanets

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Biological Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action, Tools for Teachers | 0
Astronomers are counting and analysing the planets beyond our Solar System – and their atmospheres. An exoplanet is a planet outside of our Solar System. While the first possible exoplanet observation was recorded in 1917, the existence of exoplanets was … Continued
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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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Why is there asymmetry in nature?
18 Mar 2022

Why is there asymmetry in nature?

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
From lefty snails to deadly chemicals, asymmetry in nature is more common than you think. Use the free student activity to help students apply knowledge of adaptations, genetic mutations and elements and compounds. Word Count / Video Length:1072 / 15:16 … Continued
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How do you stage A holographic CONCERT?
16 Mar 2022

How do you stage A holographic CONCERT?

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
From speeches by long-dead football coaches to concerts from legendary musicians still very much alive, what does it take to create and present a holographic performance? AMANDA YEO nails down the facts. Explore the reflection and refraction of light in … Continued
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When the Mattress King met the Queen of Waste
15 Feb 2022

When the Mattress King met the Queen of Waste

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Chemical Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
You're likely to have spotted an old mattress slumbering by the roadside, and they're an environmental nightmare. Here are two Australian's with an innovative solution. Learn how old mattresses can be recycled into household benchtops, splashbacks and flooring in this … Continued
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Supernova Observations of Aboriginal Australians
3 Dec 2021

Supernova Observations of Aboriginal Australians

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Aboriginal observations of new stars appearing in the sky are leading to new approaches in astrophysics research, write Pete Swanton and Duane Hamacher. Learn how astrophysicists work with Aboriginal elders to describe thousands of years of celestial events in this … Continued
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Telling girls they don’t like STEM halves their involvement at any age
26 Nov 2021

Telling girls they don’t like STEM halves their involvement at any age

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: STEM In Action, Tools for Teachers | 0
An experiment tests gender stereotyping in computer science to identify factors contributing to girls lack of involvement in STEM. Only by understanding the factors holding back girls from participating in STEM can we develop a solution and close the gender … 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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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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