Reflecting the Universe: building the world’s largest telescopes
For hundreds of years, telescopes have helped astronomers unravel the mysteries of the Universe. But what’s involved in making – and maintaining – the complex instruments of today?
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For hundreds of years, telescopes have helped astronomers unravel the mysteries of the Universe. But what’s involved in making – and maintaining – the complex instruments of today?
Have fun with organic chemistry by extracting sweet-smelling essential oils from fragrant plants.
Learn about a variety of biochemical processes with these quick, simple experiments using one of the world’s favourite fruits.
The European Space Agency’s Astro Pi Challenge gives students the chance to conduct their own science investigation on the International Space Station.
Fracking is a hugely controversial technology, so it’s worth taking a closer look at the science behind the headlines.
Should we believe what science tells us? A philosopher of science comments on teachers’ responses to this challenging question.
Roll up, roll up! We bring you some more fantastic feats to challenge and entertain – and to showcase some physics, too.
Challenge your students to save the Earth from an asteroid collision, using calculations based on the Hollywood sci-fi fantasy film Armageddon.
The European Space Agency’s newest astronaut recruit talks about his exhilarating experiences in astronaut training and what the future has in store for space flight.
A species of dandelion is leading the way towards sustainable rubber. Find out how, by growing this unusual plant yourself and extracting the rubber from the roots.
Reflecting the Universe: building the world’s largest telescopes
Perfumes with a pop: aroma chemistry with essential oils
Go bananas for biochemistry
Run your coding experiment in space
Ten things you might not know about fracking
Is science true?
Further fantastic feats: falling and bouncing
Saving the Earth Hollywood-style
Becoming an astronaut: interview with Matthias Maurer
Turning dandelions into rubber: the road to a sustainable future