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  • Quantum computing milestone excites scientists
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    Quantum computing milestone excites scientists

    Chemical SciencesPhysical SciencesSTEMTechnology

    But quantum computers are still a dream. Use this article with senior students who have an interest in future technology...

    Years 8-12
  • STEM CAREERS: How Craig turned his engineering job into economic modelling
    Article & Career Profile

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    STEM CAREERS: How Craig turned his engineering job into economic modelling

    Careers in STEMEarth SciencesEngineeringMathematical Sciences

    From engineering to economic modelling, a career in STEM can lead to a range of different opportunities.

    Years 7-12
  • Want invisible ink? Just put water in your inkjet
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    Want invisible ink? Just put water in your inkjet

    Chemical SciencesPhysical SciencesSTEMTechnology

    But you’ll need this special paper to make it work. This intriguing article about a simple development in technology that...

    Years 7-12
  • Bringing Japan’s breakthrough cancer technology to Australia
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    Bringing Japan’s breakthrough cancer technology to Australia

    Asia & Australia's Engagement with AsiaBiological SciencesChemical SciencesPhysical SciencesSTEMTechnology

    For more than 20 years Japan has used a revolutionary technology to treat cancer.  Now, Australian physicists and doctors are...

    Years 5 & 8-10
  • Clean energy technology is drawing inspiration from nature
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    Clean energy technology is drawing inspiration from nature

    Biological SciencesChemical SciencesEarth SciencesPhysical SciencesSTEMTechnology

    By observing how plants, animals and even mud behave, renewable energy innovators are uncovering new ideas. Use this interesting article...

    Years 4-10
  • Fishy robot outswims the school
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    Fishy robot outswims the school

    Biological SciencesChemical SciencesEngineeringPhysical SciencesSTEMTechnology

    Researchers build a fake fish that proves mighty fine at fin-flapping. Use this article about a technological development as an...

    Years 4-5 & 7-10
  • Seductive light from the dark side
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    Seductive light from the dark side

    Chemical SciencesEarth SciencesPhysical SciencesSTEM

    The promise of power at night flickers for a quarter of the developing world’s population. This incredible new technology could...

    Years 6-12
  • Is forensic science reliable? It depends on the questions you ask
    Article & STEM Pack

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    Is forensic science reliable? It depends on the questions you ask

    Biological SciencesChemical SciencesPhysical SciencesTechnology

    There’s certainly more to it than just applying methods or conducting tests. This article would work well with students in...

    Years 8-10
  • To create skin like a chameleon’s, watch a chameleon closely
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    To create skin like a chameleon’s, watch a chameleon closely

    Biological SciencesChemical SciencesPhysical SciencesSTEMTechnology

    The way they change colour is even smarter that we thought. Use this article to discuss technological developments with students...

    Years 4-5 & 8-10
  • A new approach to 3D printing human organs
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    A new approach to 3D printing human organs

    Biological SciencesChemical SciencesSTEMTechnology

    Adding blood vessels overcomes important limitations. This article could be used to discuss ground-breaking technology, in context, with students in...

    Years 8-10
  • A simple gel could help prevent radiation burns
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    A simple gel could help prevent radiation burns

    Biological SciencesChemical SciencesPhysical SciencesSTEMTechnology

    A gel dressing could be used to prevent skin burns – a painful side effect from radiation therapy. This short...

    Years 8-10
  • Brainwaves detected in mini-brains grown in a dish
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    Brainwaves detected in mini-brains grown in a dish

    Biological SciencesChemical SciencesPhysical SciencesSTEM

    Algorithm can’t distinguish them from premature babies. This complex but fascinating article would be suited to students studying Biological, Chemical...

    Years 8-12

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