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Teach

April 3, 2023 | Issue 62

Squid dissection: a hands-on activity to learn about cephalopod anatomy

Did you know that a squid’s brain is donut shaped, so that the oesophagus can pass through it? Or that squid have three hearts? Explore the fascinating physiology of squid in this hands-on activity.

Ages: <11, 14-16, 11-14;
Topics: Biology, General science

Inspire

September 24, 2010 | Issue 16

Jean-Luc Solandt: diving into marine conservation

Marine biologist Jean-Luc Solandt tells Karin Ranero Celius about his commitment to study and preserve one of the world’s biggest treasures: the ocean.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Profiles
       

Understand

September 18, 2007 | Issue 6

Why biodiversity research keeps its feet dry

Marine ecologists Iris Hendriks, Carlos Duarte, and Carlo Heip ask why – despite its importance – research into marine biodiversity is so neglected.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Earth science