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September 17, 2025 | Issue 74

X-rays shed light on enhancing zinc uptake in pepper plants

Zinc is an important trace element for plants and animals alike. Learn how nanoparticles could supply zinc to crops without having to add it to the soil.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Earth science, Health, News from the EIROs, Physics, Science and society, Sustainability

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September 17, 2025 | Issue 74

Biological oscillations: the rhythms of living things

Tick tock: Did you know that there are secret clocks ticking inside living organisms, including us? Let’s dive into the science of biological oscillators.

Ages: 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Health, Mathematics, News from the EIROs, Science and society

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September 17, 2025 | Issue 74

Back to School with space-related STEM projects from ESA and ESERO 2025–2026

Explore five inspiring STEM projects from ESA and the ESERO network. Use the excitement of space to engage students and enhance your STEM teaching!

Topics: Astronomy / space, Careers in STEM, Coding, Engineering, News from the EIROs, Physics, Resources, Sustainability

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June 10, 2025 | Issue 73

Neutrons for the quantum technologies of the future: investigating layered perovskites

How do scientists develop new materials for the computers of the future? Discover the rare magneto-electric properties of layered perovskites.

Ages: 16-19;
Topics: Chemistry, Engineering, General science, News from the EIROs, Physics, Science and society, Sustainability

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April 4, 2025 | Issue 72

Pea-based foams for a greener cappuccino

Peas please: discover how scientists are investigating pea-based ‘milk’ foams for delicious, environmentally friendly, plant-based cappuccinos!

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Careers in STEM, Chemistry, Engineering, Health, News from the EIROs, Physics, Science and society, Sustainability

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April 4, 2025 | Issue 72

A new survey of exocomet belts is changing what we know about planetary systems

Ready to rock: discover what mysterious belts of dust, ice, and rock around distant stars can tell us about the formation of planetary systems.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Astronomy / space, Engineering, News from the EIROs, Physics

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February 3, 2025 | Issue 71

Slow and steady wins the race: an exciting new material for long-acting medicines

Built to last: learn how researchers have developed a molecular delivery system for continuous release of an anti-HIV medicine.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Health, News from the EIROs, Physics, Science and society

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February 3, 2025 | Issue 71

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.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Chemistry, Engineering, Health, News from the EIROs, Physics, Science and society, Sustainability

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November 4, 2024 | Issue 70

A unique atlas of the human heart: from cells to the full organ

Heart of glass: a new X-ray scanning method reveals a full 3D view of the inside of the heart in incredible detail without having to cut into it.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Engineering, Health, News from the EIROs, Physics, Science and society

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November 4, 2024 | Issue 70

Inspired by camelids: nanobodies are a magnificent molecular velcro

Camelids are famously robust and useful animals. Surprisingly, their unusual antibodies are just as sturdy and are now revolutionizing medical science.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Health, Science and society, News from the EIROs

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