Science and society – Science in School

Inspire

September 1, 2023 | Issue 64

Save the date for Back to School with ESA 2023–2024

Space is a great topic for inspiring students while teaching curriculum-relevant science. Start now with ESA’s teach with space program.

Ages: <11, 11-14, 16-19, 14-16;
Topics: Astronomy / space, Earth science, Science and society, Sustainability, Resources

Inspire

September 1, 2023 | Issue 64

Making chemistry accessible for students with vision impairment

Discover simple adaptations to apparatus and experiments that make practical chemistry more accessible to students with vision impairment.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Careers in STEM, Chemistry, General science, Science and society

Teach

September 1, 2023 | Issue 64

Practical ocean literacy for all: ecology and exploration

The oceans cover over 70% of the surface of our planet. Try these activities to learn more about Earth’s largest habitat and how it affects our lives.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Earth science, Science and society, Sustainability

Inspire

June 1, 2023 | Issue 63

Planet ocean: articles to put the ocean centre stage on World Oceans Day

Turning the tide: celebrate World Oceans Day in your classroom with ocean articles spanning the breadth of STEM subjects, from biology to physics.

Ages: not applicable;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Earth science, Engineering, General science, Science and society, Sustainability

Understand

June 1, 2023 | Issue 63

From Petri dish to plate: the journey of cultivated meat

Future food: would you bite into a test-tube burger or a Petri dish steak? How do we make lab-grown meat, and what might it mean for health, farming, and the environment?

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Health, Science and society, Sustainability

Teach

June 1, 2023 | Issue 63

Practical ocean literacy for all: Earth science

Wherever we live, we affect and are affected by the ocean. Track down escaped rubber ducks, raise mountains, and feel the Sun’s heat to learn more.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16;
Topics: Earth science, Science and society, Sustainability

Understand

April 3, 2023 | Issue 62

What does particle physics have to do with aviation safety?

Flying high: did you know that cosmic rays can interfere with aircraft systems? Learn how scientists from ILL are working with Airbus Avionics to ensure safety in the air.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Astronomy / space, Biology, Coding, Earth science, Engineering, Physics, Science and society

Understand

April 3, 2023 | Issue 62

Plant pathology: plants can get sick too!

You may have heard pathology labs mentioned in crime shows, but what is plant pathology? Find out about the feuds between plant and pathogen that span millions of years.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Science and society, Sustainability

Teach

April 3, 2023 | Issue 62

To bee or not to bee: the biology of bees and the biochemistry of honey

Sweet understanding: learn about the science of honeybees and their sugary product through a series of hands-on activities.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Science and society

Understand

April 3, 2023 | Issue 62

Information revolution: how ultra-short bursts of light could help us improve data storage

When you snap a selfie or film a video for social media, where does that information go? Find out how magnetic ‘storms’ could help us achieve better, faster data storage.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Coding, Engineering, News from the EIROs, Physics, Science and society

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