Quantum computing: is quantum mechanics the next computing superpower?
Stranger things: discover quantum computers, which are based on a new approach to computing powered by the strange behaviour of subatomic particles.
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Galactic Archaeology: how we study our home galaxy
How do we study the galaxy we live in? It’s a bit like being asked to draw a map of your city without being able to leave your house. You might be able to peer through the windows and see some features like streets and tall buildings, but most will be hidden by nearby houses. […]
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Chemistry in a coffee cup: does coffee waste contain key elements for plant growth?
Circle of life: Explore sustainability, the circular economy, and chemical analysis by evaluating coffee waste as a potential soil enhancer.
Explore the properties of sound waves by using robotics
Sounds good: try some simple activities that use robots to explore the basic properties of sound waves – reflection, absorption, and propagation.
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Supporting African science: the role of fruit flies
Not only is the fruit fly a valuable model organism, but it is also helping to put Africa on the scientific world…
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“Intelligence is of secondary importance in research”
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Astronomy / space, General science
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