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Teach
| Issue 76

Eyes in the sky: tracking air pollution with satellites

What can the colours on a satellite map actually tell us about the air we breathe? Join us as we explore how the Copernicus Sentinel satellites detect gases such as nitrogen dioxide, and how chemistry helps us understand what’s happening in the atmosphere above us.

Ages: 14-16;
Topics: Astronomy / space, Chemistry, Earth science, Science and society, Sustainability

Understand
| 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

Inspire
| Issue 73

Science on a shoestring: inspiring experiments with everyday items

Low cost, high impact: try these creative and engaging experiments that use inexpensive everyday materials to bring curriculum science to life.

Ages: not applicable;
Topics: Astronomy / space, Biology, Chemistry, Earth science, Engineering, General science, Physics, Resources, Science and society, STEAM, Sustainability

Inspire
| Issue 73

Girls Go Circular: your key to engaging STEM Education

Ready to bring circular economy concepts to your classroom and teach your students hands-on STEM and digital skills? Explore Girls Go Circular!

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Engineering, General science, Science and society, Sustainability, Careers in STEM, Events

Understand
| 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
 

Inspire
| Issue 71

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.

Ages: <11, 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, General science, Health, Resources, Science and society, STEAM, Sustainability