Articles

Issue 68

Explore the world of molecular biology without leaving the classroom

Take a virtual tour of The World of Molecular Biology to access awe-inspiring microscopy images and explore cutting-edge life science themes.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Health, Resources, News from the EIROs

Particle Detectives: boldly bringing particle physics outreach to new frontiers

Turn your students into particle detectives and spark an interest in particle physics with an engaging and inexpensive science show for all ages.

Ages: <11, 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Careers in STEM, Engineering, Physics, Resources

Plant genetics: extract DNA and explore the challenge of gene sequencing

Extract DNA from fruit using household ingredients and then explore the challenges of gene sequencing by assembling a fragmented poem.

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

Exploring the dialogue between trees and soil microbes

Talking trees: discover how trees use chemicals to communicate with soil microbes and how this could impact their ability to act as carbon sinks.

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

Exploring anamorphosis: revealing hidden images with mirrors

Through the looking glass: unlock the secrets of anamorphosis, where art and science meet to create mind-bending illusions!

Ages: <11, 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Mathematics, Physics, STEAM

To Jupiter’s icy moons: Juice’s odyssey of exploration

Join ESA’s interplanetary spacecraft Juice on a voyage to the mysterious gas giant Jupiter to uncover the secrets of its intriguing icy moons.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Astronomy / space, Careers in STEM, Engineering, News from the EIROs, Physics
 

Lab disasters: creative learning through storytelling

What can go wrong in a chemistry lab? Explore lab safety and consolidate the new knowledge by creating a fun horror story about a lab disaster.

Ages: 11-14;
Topics: Chemistry, General science, Science and society, STEAM

Stealth learning – how chemical card games can improve student participation

Play your cards right: Everyone enjoys playing games, so use chemical card games to get students to learn through play without them realising.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Chemistry