Articles

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

A map of the stars

From notebook sketches to space-telescope data: explore how mapping starlight using the Herzsprung-Russell (H-R) diagram helps us trace the life stories of stars across the universe.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Astronomy / space

Gene Horizons: a video introduction to the science behind gene therapies 

A new short film explores the science behind gene therapies, with the help of five leading experts in the field and a unique, stop-motion animation.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Health

The Beamline for Schools competition: connecting high school students to particle physics since 2014

Students worldwide can win a life-changing opportunity to work at a real particle accelerator such as CERN, DESY or ELSA.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Events, Engineering, News from the EIROs, Physics

Measuring is believing: quantifying adaptation behaviour of Hydra

Amazing Hydra: A spineless creature with astounding regenerative properties that can adapt to changing environments.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Health

Project Earth: empowering young people to build a better world

Project Earth supports students to innovate for the planet with expert advisors and ‘Pitch for the Planet'. Take part!

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Earth science, Events, General science, Science and society, Sustainability

Sandy beaches: connecting land, ocean, and humans 

Every tide tells a story. Discover how waves, shells, and even litter reveal clues about marine life and our shared connection with nature.

Ages: 11-14, 16-19, 14-16;
Topics: Biology, Earth science, General science

Sandy beaches: the window to the ocean

Turn a beach visit into a science adventure! Explore the animals, plants, shells, and even litter stranded on the beach to reveal the secrets of marine life and ocean dynamics.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Earth science, General science