Nature’s body builders: explore the fascinating world of proteins
Dive into the science proteins, the remarkable macromolecules that literally build our bodies, and explore the vital roles they play in our lives.
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Fresh water is a scarce resource on our planet – but how many of us are aware of how much water is needed to make the foods we eat every day?
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Strengthen knowledge in the subjects of energy supply, grid load, and data evaluation, while using 21st century skills in a fun way.
The power of plasma: turning water into an eco-friendly disinfectant
I’ve got the power: meet a simple device that can create a powerful sterilizing solution from just air, water, and electricity.
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In the second of two articles on developing the processes of enquiry, hypothesis and testing, Alfredo Tifi, Natale Natale and Antonietta Lombardi…
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Seeing is believing, but how can you be sure that what you see is real? Find out how to distinguish between real and fake astronomical images.
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The Automated Transfer Vehicle – supporting Europe in space
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