Scientists use intense X-ray pulses from the European XFEL to take snapshots of exploding molecules. This can reveal details of how molecules are put together and how they interact with light.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19; Topics: Chemistry, Engineering, News from the EIROs, Physics
A walk on the wild side: invite some ants to take a walk on your petri dish and discover how bacteria from their feet could help us reduce pesticide use.
Build a linear accelerator to demonstrate spallation – the source of high-energy neutrons used by the new European Spallation Source being built in Sweden.
Accelerate Your Teaching is a free online course for high-school teachers. Discover how particle accelerator stories can bring a range of STEM topics to life.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19; Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Earth science, Engineering, General science, Health, Physics, Science and society, Resources
Explore the form and function of ‘nature’s tiny sculptures’ – proteins – with an engaging art competition from the European Molecular Biology Laboratory.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19; Topics: Biology, Events, General science, News from the EIROs, STEAM
