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A unique experiment tracks microbes changing over thousands of generations – so we can watch evolution on fast-forward.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
From samurai swords to healthy tomato plants, this little-known element has wider uses than you might expect.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Science in School is published by EIROforum, a collaboration between eight of Europe’s largest inter-governmental scientific research organisations (EIROs). This article reviews some of the latest news from the EIROs.
Ages: not applicable;
Gravitational waves were predicted by Einstein – but where do they come from, and what different types might there be out in the cosmos?
Ages: 16-19;
Shark skin is adapted for energy-efficient swimming in remarkable ways, some of which are now being copied by designers and engineers.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
The same molecule that keeps mighty trees standing also led to the first multicellular life forms – and can even be used to make sweet treats.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Not only is the fruit fly a valuable model organism, but it is also helping to put Africa on the scientific world map.
Ages: 16-19;
Create a particle accelerator using a Van de Graaff generator, a ping-pong ball and a salad bowl to understand how it is used to study matter at the smallest scale.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Dissect a chicken from the supermarket to discover the unusual pulley system that enables birds to fly.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Using a simple calculation, measure the distance between Earth and the Moon with the help of a local amateur radio station.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
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Evolution in action: the 67 000-generation experiment
Topics: Biology, Science and society
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Elements in focus: molybdenum
Topics: Biology, Chemistry
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Exotic particles, fusion-device ashtrays and lunar missions
Topics: News from the EIROs, Physics, Biology, Chemistry
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Gravitational waves: a taxonomy
Topics: Physics, Astronomy / space
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Design inspiration: the secrets of shark skin
Topics: Physics, General science, Biology, Engineering
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Cellulose: from trees to treats
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Health
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Supporting African science: the role of fruit flies
Topics: Profiles
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A particle accelerator in your salad bowl
Topics: Physics
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How do birds fly? A hands-on demonstration
Topics: Biology, General science
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To the Moon and back: reflecting a radio signal to calculate the distance
Topics: Physics, Earth science, Mathematics, Astronomy / space
