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February 1, 2024 | Issue 66
Mealworms are insects with a high nutritional value and could provide a source of animal protein that is more sustainable than traditional livestock.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19; Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Health, Science and society, Sustainability
February 1, 2024 | Issue 66
Lactase tablets for managing lactose intolerance can be used in the classroom to explore the biochemistry of sugars and the properties of enzymes.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19; Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Health, Science and society
February 1, 2024 | Issue 66
Redox reactions carried out by inexpensive baker’s yeast during breadmaking can also be used to demonstrate biofuel cells in the classroom.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19; Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Sustainability
November 2, 2023 | Issue 65
Which is better: tap or bottled water? Try these activities based on simple analyses, a debate, and a blind tasting to learn about drinking water and encourage sustainable habits.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19; Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Earth science, Engineering, Health, Science and society, Sustainability
November 2, 2023 | Issue 65
We all know that DNA → RNA → protein. But did you know that some genes don't encode proteins but rather RNAs with important cellular functions?
Ages: 14-16, 16-19; Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Health
November 2, 2023 | Issue 65
Learn about a variety of biochemical aspects of honey through a series of simple experiments using the sugary product of bees.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19; Topics: Biology, Chemistry
September 1, 2023 | Issue 64
Plants today are extremely diverse, abundant, and flamboyant. However, the first land plants, which initiated a great change in the flora and fauna on planet Earth, were very different.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19; Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Earth science
September 1, 2023 | Issue 64
Meet the planarian, a fascinating flatworm with incredible biological abilities unique and surprising ways responses to various stimuli.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19; Topics: Biology, Health
September 1, 2023 | Issue 64
The oceans cover over 70% of the surface of our planet. Try these activities to learn more about Earth’s largest habitat and how it affects our lives.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16; Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Earth science, Science and society, Sustainability
June 1, 2023 | Issue 63
Turning the tide: celebrate World Oceans Day in your classroom with ocean articles spanning the breadth of STEM subjects, from biology to physics.
Ages: not applicable; Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Earth science, Engineering, General science, Science and society, Sustainability
