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February 1, 2022 | Issue 56
Why is food sold in packaging? Do we really need it? And if so, what materials are best? These questions are more complex than they seem and the answers may surprise you.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Earth science, Engineering, Science and society, Sustainability
English
November 3, 2021 | Issue 55
Events like COP26 are an opportunity to teach students about the importance of STEM for society, and how what they learn in class has real-world relevance. Here is a collection of Science in School articles on climate change to get you started.
Ages: not applicable;
Topics: Sustainability, Science and society, Earth science
English
Español
| Issue 55
Fireworks release more than just sound and light. Read about the environmental costs of this centuries-old entertainment.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Chemistry, Earth science, Science and society, Sustainability
English
September 1, 2021 | Issue 54
When talking of finite resources, the chemical elements themselves are often overlooked. Learn more about elements in danger.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Chemistry
English
Español
Italiano
| Issue 54
Capturing the moment: to use artificial photosynthesis to produce clean energy, we need to better understand it first. Learn about how X-ray free-electron lasers can help.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Physics, News from the EIROs, Science and society
English
Español
| Issue 54
Need inspiration for teaching about fresh water on Earth? Try these Earthlearningideas for classroom activities that can be performed with very little equipment.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Chemistry, Earth science, Science and society
English
Español
Italiano
| Issue 53
Engaging with biomimetic design encourages students to explore the principles of form and function in relation to evolutionary adaptation.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16;
Topics: Biology, Engineering, Science and society
English