Science and innovation company, 3M, is releasing the results of the State of Science Index, including Australian data for the first time. The State of Science Index explores global attitudes about science. It is a third-party, independent research study commissioned by 3M that has been conducted annually for the past four years. It seeks to…
Topic: Chemistry and Materials
Brisbane Boys College, A Celebration of Food: Food Science, Growing STEM, & The Future of Food
To celebrate this year’s National Science Week theme of Food: Different by Design, Brisbane Boys College STEM Club will be offering our Junior School students a smorgasbord of tasty activities. We would like our students to think of food not just as something that they eat but as an adventure of discovery. During the week…
Bring a Grown Up Terrariums
The past year we’ve felt like we’ve been growing in a bubble – right? Well, step out of that bubble, and let’s make something fun. Try out this kid-friendly terrarium workshop in Adelaide with Sciren and get hands-on with nature. In this casual class, you and your child will learn all about growing plants in…
Science of Terrariums
Love terrariums and want to learn more about the cool science behind them? Join Sciren in Adelaide and learn how to make your own as you sip on your favourite BYO wine. In this terrarium making class, you will learn all about growing plants in small and large glass vases from an expert gardener and…
Science of Kokedama
Are you searching for the perfect indoor plant to help bring your apartment to life? Why not try out this kokedama workshop in Adelaide with Sciren and get hands-on with nature. In this class, you will learn all about the Japanese hanging plant from an expert gardener and scientist. Not only will you learn how…
“It’s a Wrap! – but is it Sustainable?”
P-10 students will investigate the materials used to wrap food from a microscopic view to determine how sustainable they are so they can decide which is best for their food and the environment. The fair test model will be used to define the scope of the investigation. Students will examine structure, test durability and practicality…
Student Insight – Samara & Forensic Science
Join student Samara Garrett-Rickman as she takes us through her path to uni and gives her insights on studying science at UTS. Aimed at high school students, but all members of the community are welcome to join this webinar to discover more about science and maths at UTS.
Food Different by Design – Online class activity using Trello
Fast and easy activity for teachers to engage students of all ages in a STEM activity of approx. 45 minutes duration. Just download and copy the Trello template for all of the instructions. Students explore the UN Sustainable Development Goals and various food-related projects. Adjust this template as you need. Encourage students to: add checklists…
‘Fungal Futures’ – partnering with fungi for sustainable communities and healthy landscapes
Fungi play a crucial role in the ecosystem as decomposers, soil builders and nutrient cyclers. They also partner with at least 90% of plant species protecting them from disease, helping them to obtain nutrients and water and even communicate with other plants. Fungi are also an important food source for many animals. For humans they…
Virtual Highlights Tour of the National Portrait Gallery
Get your white coat and safety googles on to celebrate National Science Week through art. This year’s theme is Food: Different by Design. Join our special guest presenter (and neighbour), Questacon’s Patrick Helean, as we investigate some scientists in the National Portrait Gallery collection, and conduct a live art/science experiment. If you’d like to experiment…