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Conservation Science
Dr Molly GraceCan you asses the Green Status of species?
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Looking to the light: assessing the path to species recovery
Quantitative Social Science
Dr Alita Nandi | Nicole D. JamesDevise your own longitudinal survey!
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How one massive study is uncovering the secrets of UK society
Political Science
Dr Eva HeimsHow politically engaged are you?!
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Do industries influence government regulatory agencies?
Astrophysics
Dr Brice Orange | Dr David MorrisFind out all there is to know about the Etelman Observatory and imagine yourself there!
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Observing the need to foster inclusion and embrace diversity
Chemistry
Professor Katsumi MatsumotoLearn about the global ocean carbon cycle!
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The ocean’s storage system: how plankton influences climate change
Chemistry
Professor Irving EpsteinMake your own pH indicator!
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Why do some chemical reactions oscillate?
Computer science
Professor Zhigang ZhuHow can computer science shape our future?
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Using AI and computer science as a force for social good
The mathematics of the Tower of Hanoi puzzle
Dan RomikCan you solve the Tower of Hanoi?!
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Solving the Tower of Hanoi
Cell Biology
Dr Pascale V. GuillotUncover the cutting-edge techniques that are revolutionising science and medicine!
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Building bones using stem cells and gene therapy
Marine Biology
Dr Sean ColinCan you design a robotic jellyfish?
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Solving a biomechanical mystery: how jellyfish swim and feed
Plant Sciences and Bioengineering
Dr Alexander JonesDiscover the ‘big five’ types of plant hormones!
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Understanding the mechanisms behind lyme disease
Experiential Learning
Dr Corliss ThompsonCould experiential learning inspire you into STEM?
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What if experiential learning can make STEM more accessible for students of colour?
Biomedical Sciences
Dr Catherine BrissetteMake an origami Borrelia burgdorferi!
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Understanding the mechanisms behind lyme disease
Astrophysics
Dr Brad Newton BarlowLearn about cosmic events!
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Searching the skies
Physics and Nanoscience
Yashaswi NalawadeWhat can we achieve with nanotechnology?
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The extraordinary potential of nanoscience (from a researcher with extraordinary potential)
Computer Science
Professor Klara NahrstedtJust how clean is a ‘cleanroom’?
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Using computer science to assist in creating an ultra-clean scientific lab environment
Structural Biology
Dr Charles Stewart Jr.Can you meet Charles’ challenge?!
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What can we learn from plant proteins?
Anthropology
Dr Darren RancoUncover the wonders of Indigenous peoples in your region and Indigenous science
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What if indigenous science were part of the science curriculum?
Quantum Science
Dr Thomas VolzTake a virtual tour of the QMAPP lab!
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Lighting up the quantum future: from basic quantum science to new technologies
Quantum Optics
Dr Lachlan RogersImagine the year is 2121. What does the future hold for quantum optics?!
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Glowing diamonds are a quantum scientist’s best friend
Biophysics
Professor James BoedickerWhat do you know about microbes?
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What if we could control microbial communities?
STEM Careers
Dr Nick FlynnHow would you make STEM subjects more accessible in your school?!
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How to help students reach their STEM potential
Melanoma Research
Professor Marianne BerwickInterview Marianne and become an expert in melanoma!
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An inspirational insight into advancing understanding of melanoma
Geophysics
Dr Jadranka ŠepićWhat will our world look like in 2100?!
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How do sea level oscillations contribute to sea level extremes?
Physics, Microbiology and Space
Dr Jay NadeauImagine you are on a space mission to Europa. What would you find there?
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What if microbes could live in extreme environments beyond earth?
Optics and Photonics
Dr Xiaoming YuFind out more about photonics.
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A leap forward in the application of ultrafast lasers
Nanoscience meets Microbiology
Professor Yves DufrênePut yourself into the shoes of a researcher!
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Using nanotechnology to overcome the adhesion of the bacterial pathogen Staphylococcus Aureus
Climate Sciences
Professor Zhengyu Liu | Dr Bette Otto-BliesnerHow has Earth’s climate changed since the Last Glacial Maximum?!
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How past climate clues can help predict the future
Nanoscale Science
Professor László ForróHow small is nano small?
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Making X-rays safer – and more efficient
Chemistry
Dr Julie PellerCan you go plastic-free for a day?
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Detecting microplastics in a great lakes watershed with undergraduate students
AI and Forests
Professor Tian ZhengExplore aerial photographs taken of Puerto Rico’s tropical forests!
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Using big data to map forests, tree by tree
Green Chemistry
Professor Basudeb SahaFind out what incredible things you can do with biowaste!
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What if we can produce sustainable lubricants from renewable biowaste?
Physical Oceanography
Dr Xinan LiuStep in the shoes of a physical oceanographer and make your own model of the rain and sea.
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What if raindrops could help us understand climate change?
Psychology
Professor Sander ThomaesDesign a pro-environmental publicity campaign!
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Greenteens: unleashing teenagers’ eco-friendly behaviour
Cognitive Psychology
Dr Jonathan GraingerConduct your own cognitive psychology experiment!
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Did you this read right?
Climate Modelling
Dr Alan CondronDiscover Dansgaard-Oescher events!
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Climate modelling: predicting the future of the planet
Mathematics Education and Outreach
Dr James TantonExplore Exploding Dots and more!
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Spreading the joy of mathematics
Atmospheric Science
Professor Brian ToonConvince the Secretary of State to follow your scientific advice!
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Fire and ice: what nuclear war would mean for the planet
Aerospace Engineering
Professor Kristi MorgansenExplore how animals fly!
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The sky’s the limit: new horizons for aerospace
Gene Editing
Dr Natalia Rivera-TorresExplore the amazing world of gene editing!
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Editing genes to benefit sickle cell disease patients
Extreme Environments
Dr Solange Duhamel | Dr Christopher HamiltonExplore a wealth of information about research in extreme environments!
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How microbes in Iceland can teach us about possible life on Mars
Comparative Politics
Dr Jonas PontussonWho would you vote for? Which political causes are important to you? Discuss!
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Changing the politics of tomorrow by questioning today
Stunt Science
Steve WolfWhat can James Bond teach you about science and other STEM subjects?
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Science in the movies
Geography
Dr April HiscoxFind out more about the SAVANT project, as well as the Earth Science Women’s Network.
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Understanding how air pollution spreads
Computational Chemistry
Professor John KeithCompare and contrast the efficiency of a range of catalysts.
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How computational chemistry could usher in a sustainable future
Anthropology and Gang Culture
Dr José Sánchez García | Dr Carles Feixa PàmpolsHow would you solve a conflict?
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Did you know that gangs are not all about crime and violence?
The Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory Latino Initiative Program
Dr Rodolfo Montez Jr. | Christine CrowleyDesign a poster promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM.
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Building inclusivity into astrophysics
Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering
Dr Elliott RouseCould you design a robot that can help with everyday tasks?
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How can robots help us walk?
Social Sciences
Dr Christina H. Paguyo | Dr Valentina Iturbe-LaGraveBe a social scientist – design a survey to investigate perceptions of diversity, equity and inclusion at your school!
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Making teaching as inclusive as possible
Geoscience Education
Dr Glenn DolphinBring geoscience alive for your students with historical case studies and drama!
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Bringing the Earth to life
Data Patterns
Dr Eric ChiCan you approach different scenarios as a data scientist?!
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Discovering hidden patterns in data
Environmental Engineering
Professor Li LiMap out watersheds and create your own 3D model.
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How does climate change affect water quality?
Westminster College’s Environmental Project Management Academy
Dr Helen Boylan | Dr Alison DuBois | Mr Brian PetrusCan you project manage the spaghetti tower challenge?
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Connecting the dots between science and business
Materials Science
Dr Wenping YinVisit the Exciton Science website for more information about Wenping’s research, games and more!
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Detecting toxic substances for a greener and healthier world
Cell Biology
Dr Verónica SegarraPut yourself in Veronica’s shoes – what could your research career look like?
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Understanding cells and fostering love for science
Soil Science
Dr Shad NelsonHow would you encourage more diversity in the field of soil science?
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Start now to reap the rewards later
Human Factors and Ergonomics
Dr S. Camille PeresFind out what a piano staircase can reveal about human behaviour!
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Human factors in the gas and oil industries
Geoscience
Dr Sheldon TurnerCould you design a geoscience programme?!
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How to create ‘geniuses’ in geoscience
Mechanical Engineering
Dr Mark RentschlerReflect on Mark’s amazing project and his brilliant career advice.
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Mech-ing endoscopies safer by using robots you can swallow
Climate Literacy
Dr Lesley-Ann Dupigny-GirouxCan you devise a lesson to teach a climate change concept to a kindergarten class?!
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In the know: building a climate literate society
Environemental Geochemistry
Professor Kate Spencer | Dr Jonathan WheatlandExplore a wealth of resources from Queen Mary University of London’s School of Geography and the British Geological Survey.
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How do nutrients and pollutants travel from rivers to the sea?
Optical Science
Dr Peter WizinowichThere’s much to learn and explore about Keck Observatory and adaptive optics!
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Adaptive optics: providing clarity to observations
Mathematical Biology
Dr Bard ErmentroutExplore mathematical equations and patterns.
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Decoding the rhythms of the natural world
Subatomic Physics
Dr Wouter DeconinckConnect with the University of Manitoba’s many outreach activities.
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The science of the very small has enormous potential
STEM Education
Dr Liz JohnsonFind out more about Southern Research’s work and see if you can meet Liz’s challenge of making your own LED paper circuit!
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How can STEM education provide ‘light-bulb’ moments?
Physical Sciences Scholars Program
Professor JiaJia DongFind out all you need you need to know about the brilliant PSS programme.
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Helping low income students become professional scientists
Machine Memory
Professor Xiaochen GuoDiscover different computer memory technologies and find out how they work
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Modernising machine memory
Civil and Structural Engineering
Dr Shiling PeiBuild your own tower using toothpicks and gumdrops, and see if it can withstand an ‘earthquake’.
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The big shake: designing tall timber buildings that are resilient to earthquakes
Mathematics
Dr Sam BallasCan you complete Dr Sam Ballas’ genus challenge?
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Mathematics: plane and simple
AR in the classroom
Dr Wenya XuExplore a range of AR apps.
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How augmented reality can help you learn trigonometry
Biological and Agricultural Engineering
Dr Trisha MooreFind out about Kansas State University’s excellent range of outreach programmes.
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How can urban trees reduce flooding and pollution?
Cybersecurity
Prof Doug JacobsonHow secure are your passwords?
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Can we learn to be safe online?
Geoscience
Dr Glenn DolphinDesign and build a model of a geoscientific process!
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Bringing the earth to life
Structural Biology
Dr Angela GronenbornView 3D biomolecules and create your own paper model of a molecule.
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The building blocks of biology
Machine Learning
Dr Gerald FriedlandSee if you can teach a computer to learn!
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The prediction game: The ever-evolving science of machine learning
Environmental Horticulture
Dr Chris MarbleInvestigate the weeds in your garden!
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A red-blooded passion for the green-fingered
Marine Science
Dr Karyna RosarioFind out more about the fascinating world of marine microbiology and watch Karyna deliver her TEDx Youth Talk.
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A virus that can actually save us from harm!
Plant Science
Dr Davide BulgarelliResearch inspiring plant scientists and find out everything you need to know about the world of soil microbes!
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How can understanding plants and microorganisms help feed the world?
Marine Ecology
Dr Virginia EdgcombFind out all there is to know about the fascinating Expedition 360.
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Why is it important to study life in the deep sea and even below the seafloor?
Astronomy
Professor Tom BaniaResearch electromagnetic radiation and astronomical telescopes!
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Aiming for the stars
Geography
Dr Michael WebberHow will our energy demands change over time?
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Interrogating the technopolitics of China’s waterways
Sustainable Energy
IDLESHow will our energy demands change over time?
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How do we prepare the UK for a zero carbon future?
Food Science
Dr Gabriel Keith HarrisGet a feel for food science and find out why the Maillard reaction make chocolate chip cookies taste so good!
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The science behind the perfect cup of coffee
Wind Energy
Dr Marianna MaiaruFind out more about renewable energy with KidWind, and see if you can beat the Wind Turbine and Solar Structures challenges!
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What if we could repair wind turbines with aerospace engineering and computer science?
Engineering and Computing
Professor Elena GauraFind out more about sustainable engineering and the amazing HEED project.
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How can we tackle energy poverty in refugee camps?
Biochemistry
Dr Lakxmi SubramanianTune into the Science Weekly podcast and dive into other similar activities for a taste of biochemistry.
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Why do we need to study chromosomes?
Atmospheric Science
Darrel BaumgardnerExplore cloud seeding and other forms of geoengineering in greater depth.
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Make it rain: the science behind altering the weather
Lifelong Health
University of SurreyWork in groups and see if you can pool your skills and expertise to survive a pandemic or life on a desert island.
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Five researchers working on lifelong health in very different ways
Sensor Engineering
Professor Chang-Soo KimFind out about virtual summer camps!
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Sensor engineering gets to the root of problems with food production
Molecular Biology
Dr Michael WolyniakConduct your own yeast genome research and explore the pros and cons of gene therapy.
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How can experiments with yeast genetics help make the perfect pint?
Genetics
Professor Ann MatthysseCarry out your own experiment and see what bacteria you can see on the vegetables in your shopping basket!
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How to remove harmful E.coli
Collaborative App Building
Dr Susan SaffordHelping students to develop and apply maths skills to biology
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How to design a biology and maths app for students, by students
Sustainable Pest Control
Dr Christian NansenTake on the role of a strawberry farmer and see how the Smart Spray app will help to manage your crops.
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The computer science undergrads helping farmers adopt sustainable farming practices
Respiration and photosynthesis
Katherine WilletThis lesson plan is aimed at Grade 9 in the US (Year 10 in the UK) and encourages students’ self-regulated learning skills to learn about respiration and photosynthesis.
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Why thinking like a scientist helps students tackle real-life problems
Self-Regulated Learning
Dr Erin Peters-BurtonDevelop self-regulated learning skills through metacognitive questioning and self-reflection.
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Why thinking like a scientist helps students tackle real-life problems
The School of Food
Dr Christian NansenFind out how looking at cabbages can teach graphs, data, research, imperial and metric units, proteins, vitamins, maps, cooking and nutrition,…and then make some cabbage muffins!
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The School of Food
Biología estructural
Dr. Charles Stewart Jr.¿Puede superar el reto de Charles?
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Science à l’échelle nanométrique
Professeur László ForróÀ quel point l’échelle nanométrique est-elle petite?
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Rendre les radiographies plus sûres et efficaces
Engineering and Physical Sciences
Dr Helen BridlePlay the Bacteria Combat and Superbugs games to learn more about antimicrobial resistance and why it is a global health issue
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What if we could develop a sensor that can detect pollutants like heavy metals?
Agricultural Science
Dr April UleryWonder at the amazing world of agricultural science with these interactive activities.
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Can the agricultural sciences tackle inequality?
La nanobiophysique (les nanotechnologies au service de la microbiologie)
Professeur Yves DufreneImaginez votre propre et illustre carrière de chercheur!
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Biological and Agricultural Engineering
Dr Dan FlippoTake a virtual tour of Dr Dan Fippo’s 2050 Robotics Lab and get a feel for boundless possibilities in engineering
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Using mechanically engineered robots to feed the world
Astronomy
National Astronomy ConsortiumTake a trip into space with these star-studded National Radio Astronomy Observatory activities
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“Good mentors don’t just try to recreate you in their image; they give you the tools necessary to achieve your own goals”
Nuclear Physics
Dr Matthew RedshawTest your knowledge of Einstein’s theory of relativity and be inspired by the beauty of maths and physics equations.
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Does E really equal MC squared?
Volcanology and Geology
Professor Stephen SelfExperience life as a volcanologist and keep an eye on Taal, which erupted in the Philippines in January 2020.
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Volcanology and geology: an explosion of possibilities
Psychology
Dr. Sander ThomaesOntwerp een pro-milieu publiciteitscampagne!
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Biochemistry
Dr Alan GoddardFind out if you can create a super yeast and help Dr Alan Goddard with his research along the way.
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Could yeast and bacteria replace fossil fuels?
Psychologie Cognitive
Dr. Jonathan GraingerRéalisez votre propre expérience de lecture !
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Plant Diseases and Pests
Professor Xiangming Xu | Dr Michelle FountainUse your skills as a budding plant biologist to figure out how to reduce pests and plant diseases naturally and with technology.
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What if we stopped using pesticides?
Immunology
Professor János G FilepPlay the Immune Defence game and see how the white blood cells fare against pathogens.
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Ensuring inflammation does more good than harm
Molecular Plant Biology
Dr Charlotte KirchhelleGrow your own sunflowers and find out how they change their shape to survive in the dark.
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Short and bushy, long and spindly: how plants make their shapes
Complement Biology
Dr Kevin MarchbankExplore the ethics of animal testing and turn your classroom into a clinical trial
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How mice can reveal the secrets of rare diseases
Earthquakes and the Carbon Cycle
Professor Robert HiltonExplore the power of landslides and discover the role they play in the carbon cycle.
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The role of earthquakes in burying carbon for good
Antropología y Cultura de las Bandas
Dr. José Sánchez García | Dr. Carles Feixa Pàmpols¿Cómo resolvería un conflicto?
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Slow Slip Events
Dr Ake FagerengJoin the crew on the research vessel JOIDES Resolution and discover the awesome power of silent earthquakes.
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Taking to the seas to discover how the Earth’s surface moves
Cyber Security
Prof Shujun Li | Dr Jason NurseFind out how to beat the cybercriminals with these awesome cyber security activities.
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How to beat the cybercriminals and stay safe online
Geochemistry
Prof Jamie WilkinsonCreate your very own rock cycle with melting chocolate and start your journey into the world of geology.
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Magma detectives: studying volcanic arcs to find valuable minerals in earth’s crust
Biogerontology
Dr Jennifer TulletBe a biogerontologist for the day and work out how different model organisms, like the nematode worm, can help scientists with their research
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What can worms tell us about ageing in humans?
Economics
Professor Sayantan GhosalPlay your hand at being an economist with this ‘understanding poverty’ card game and other awesome resources.
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An economist’s guide to understanding poverty
Silent Earthquakes
Dr Rebecca BellGet a feel for geology and conduct your own “silent earthquake” experiment.
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The slow and silent earthquakes that are shaking up seismology
Quantum Physics
Dr Fabio CostaMany of you will have tossed a coin, but what about a quantum coin? See if you have what it takes to be a quantum physicist with these wonderful quantum activities.
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Forgot everything you thought you knew
Wireless Communications
Dr De MiFind out what it means to be on the cusp of a new era in broadcasting with these brilliant electrical and electronic engineering activities.
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Why a new era of broadcasting will change the world as we know it
Integrated Land Management
Professor Davy McCrackenImagine yourself in the shoes of a tech-savvy, upland hill farmer with these fun activities.
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The only way is up: why hill farming is embracing technology
Massive Machine-Type Communications And The Internet Of Things
Dr Zilong LiuTake a peek at the future by exploring the world of massive machine-type communications and Internet-of-Things
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Building the internet of things for an interconnected world
Biosecurity
ADBCAPGet a better understanding of biosecurity and help stop the spread of animal diseases with these awesome ADBCAP resources
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Educating youth about biosecurity can help prevent the spread of disease in farm animals
Energy Storage
Prof Jenny PringleTry your hand at being a chemist and make a battery with a lemon and other simple household ingredients
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Energy storage in the 21st century
Geomatics
Dr Stephan WinterFind out whether you’re any good at giving directions and discover a world of fascinating facts with the National Geographic MapMaker Interactive.
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Talking maps
Immunology
Prof Deborah Dunn-WaltersPut yourself in the shoes of an immunologist and learn fascinating facts about how our immune system works
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Making ill health in old age a thing of the past
Earth Dynamics
Professor Zheng-Ziang LiTry this explosive experiment and make your very own volcano, and find out what it’s like to be a geologist.
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Movers and shakers: using supercomputers to understand how supercontinents form and drift apart
Plant Science
Professor Margaret Barbour | Richard HarwoodMake your own 3D model of a chickpea plant leaf or take a virtual tour of the first university botanical garden in the world.
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3D images of leaves: a photo shoot we should all be looking at
Organisational Behaviour
Dr Kohyar KiazadDiscover the benefits and history of organisational behaviour, which was used in the 1930s to find out how to improve productivity in factories.
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Why do people working in stem stay in their jobs – and why should we care?
Gravitational Waves
The GrEAT NetworkIgnite your passion for space science with the Black Hole Hunter and Space Time Quest games.
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GrEAT potential: why China and the UK are working together in gravitational-wave research
Atmospheric Science
Dr Leigh OrfWatch Leigh’s collection of jaw-dropping tornado videos and try out a simple experiment in atmospheric pressure.
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Using supercomputers to simulate super tornadoes
Microplastics
Professor Jay Brandes | Dodie SandersGet involved with marine science and help the planet to boot with these international citizen science projects.
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Microplastic pollution: how bad is it and what can we do to solve it?
Gravitational Astrophysics
Dr Paul LaskyMake a model of a black hole, and find out how to get involved in astronomy with these awesome citizen science projects.
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Why gravitational waves are of supermassive importance
Chemical Engineering
Professor Terri CamesanoAntibiotic resistance is a major issue. Take a look at these videos and fact sheets to find out why; and discover what it’s like to be a chemical engineer with chemical engineering activities.
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The need for antimicrobial peptides in a world of antibiotic resistance
Theoretical Chemistry
Dr Mark TuckermanTheoretical chemists need to know how to code so start by learning the basics in Python – and use simple chemistry to make potato, salt water and lemon clocks!
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Fuel cells: A new way to power the world
Digital Technology and Mental Health
Dr Elvira Perez VallejosTest your skills at spotting fake news, play the Fairness Top Trumps card game and see if the computer model of Barack Obama’s head fools you!
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Can we trust what we see online?
Operations Research
Professor Larry SnyderIf you enjoy logic puzzles, you’ll love Larry’s logic-tastic activity sheet! Create a supply chain to survive a zombie apocalypse, test your skills in the Root Beer Game and solve the Travelling Salesman Problem.
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From platinum to smartphone: How maths models can be used to streamline supply chains
Marine Geoscience
Professor Bram MurtonFollow Bram into the depths of the ocean: explore careers in marine geoscience, visit the National Oceanographic Centre and follow the adventures of Boaty McBoatface, an autonomous underwater vehicle.
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Marine Geoscience: Just a drop in the ocean
Glaciology
Dr Ellyn EnderlinExplore glaciology with Ellyn: make your own ‘glacier goo’, check out a glacier simulation tool to see the effects of climate change and play the penguin game.
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Why do some glaciers melt faster than others?
Chemical Engineering
Professor Chris JonesStart thinking like a chemical engineer and develop a problem-solving product; investigate carbon dioxide and discover more about acids and bases.
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Can this research team reverse climate change?
Self-Organising Particle Systems
Dr Andréa RichaExplore the rules of swarm behaviour, think about what swarm robots could be used for in your local area and write an algorithm for making toast!
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The superpower of swarms
Nucleur Physics
Dr Jacek DobaczewskiExplore nuclear physics using LEGO or watch a TEDEd video to learn more about nuclear structure.
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The atomic nucleus: Greater than the sum of its parts
Oceanography
Professor Marc FrischerDon your mask and snorkel and dive into oceanography! Start an aquarium, see plankton with your own eyes, or take part in a citizen science project. Whichever activity you choose, it’s bound to cause a splash!
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The tiny animal at the centre of the marine ecosystem
Astrophysics with Stacey Habergham-Mawsom
Stacey Habergham-MawsomHave a go at using the Liverpool Telescope from your home, and try out other space activities to see if astronomy is the career for you.
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Molecular Biology and Big Data
Dr Kim Hammond-KosackBecome a plant detective and identify common plant diseases. Learn about plant genetics and diseases, and why Big Data is so vital.
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Saving plants from disease
Victorian Poetry
Dr Simon RennieUncover working-class Victorian poetry from the Lancashire cotton famine database, learn more about it and use it as inspiration to write your own poem.
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A working class hero is something to be
Forest Pathology and Entomology
Dr Lori EckhardtExplore the trees, woodland and forest near you and use this resource to identify insects and plant diseases.
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Getting To The Root Of Pine Decline
Science Communication
Roger Bacon ScholarsFind out if you’re a good communicator and learn how to talk about complex ideas to non-scientists.
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Paid To Study, Research And Communicate Science
Hydrology
Dr Emile EliasExplore unique resources from the Asombro Institute for Science Education, aimed at arming you with key information on climate change, the water cycle and agricultural systems.
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Marine Biology
Sarah McAnultyFind out more about working in marine biology, how studying sea creatures can help us understand our own bodies, and test your local waterways with water testing kits.
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Biología Celular
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Dr Molly GraceCan you asses the Green Status of species?
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Dr Alita Nandi | Nicole D. JamesDevise your own longitudinal survey!
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Political Science
Dr Eva HeimsHow politically engaged are you?!
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Astrophysics
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Chemistry
Professor Katsumi MatsumotoLearn about the global ocean carbon cycle!
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Professor Irving EpsteinMake your own pH indicator!
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Dr Corliss ThompsonCould experiential learning inspire you into STEM?
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Biomedical Sciences
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Physics and Nanoscience
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Computer Science
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Dr Charles Stewart Jr.Can you meet Charles’ challenge?!
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Physics, Microbiology and Space
Dr Jay NadeauImagine you are on a space mission to Europa. What would you find there?
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Optics and Photonics
Dr Xiaoming YuFind out more about photonics.
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Professor Yves DufrênePut yourself into the shoes of a researcher!
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Climate Sciences
Professor Zhengyu Liu | Dr Bette Otto-BliesnerHow has Earth’s climate changed since the Last Glacial Maximum?!
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Nanoscale Science
Professor László ForróHow small is nano small?
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Chemistry
Dr Julie PellerCan you go plastic-free for a day?
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Professor Tian ZhengExplore aerial photographs taken of Puerto Rico’s tropical forests!
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Green Chemistry
Professor Basudeb SahaFind out what incredible things you can do with biowaste!
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Dr Xinan LiuStep in the shoes of a physical oceanographer and make your own model of the rain and sea.
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Dr Jonathan GraingerConduct your own cognitive psychology experiment!
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Comparative Politics
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Stunt Science
Steve WolfWhat can James Bond teach you about science and other STEM subjects?
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Geography
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Computational Chemistry
Professor John KeithCompare and contrast the efficiency of a range of catalysts.
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Anthropology and Gang Culture
Dr José Sánchez García | Dr Carles Feixa PàmpolsHow would you solve a conflict?
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Dr Rodolfo Montez Jr. | Christine CrowleyDesign a poster promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM.
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Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering
Dr Elliott RouseCould you design a robot that can help with everyday tasks?
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Social Sciences
Dr Christina H. Paguyo | Dr Valentina Iturbe-LaGraveBe a social scientist – design a survey to investigate perceptions of diversity, equity and inclusion at your school!
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Geoscience Education
Dr Glenn DolphinBring geoscience alive for your students with historical case studies and drama!
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Data Patterns
Dr Eric ChiCan you approach different scenarios as a data scientist?!
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Environmental Engineering
Professor Li LiMap out watersheds and create your own 3D model.
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Westminster College’s Environmental Project Management Academy
Dr Helen Boylan | Dr Alison DuBois | Mr Brian PetrusCan you project manage the spaghetti tower challenge?
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Materials Science
Dr Wenping YinVisit the Exciton Science website for more information about Wenping’s research, games and more!
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Cell Biology
Dr Verónica SegarraPut yourself in Veronica’s shoes – what could your research career look like?
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Soil Science
Dr Shad NelsonHow would you encourage more diversity in the field of soil science?
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Human Factors and Ergonomics
Dr S. Camille PeresFind out what a piano staircase can reveal about human behaviour!
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Geoscience
Dr Sheldon TurnerCould you design a geoscience programme?!
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Mechanical Engineering
Dr Mark RentschlerReflect on Mark’s amazing project and his brilliant career advice.
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Climate Literacy
Dr Lesley-Ann Dupigny-GirouxCan you devise a lesson to teach a climate change concept to a kindergarten class?!
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Environemental Geochemistry
Professor Kate Spencer | Dr Jonathan WheatlandExplore a wealth of resources from Queen Mary University of London’s School of Geography and the British Geological Survey.
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Optical Science
Dr Peter WizinowichThere’s much to learn and explore about Keck Observatory and adaptive optics!
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Mathematical Biology
Dr Bard ErmentroutExplore mathematical equations and patterns.
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Subatomic Physics
Dr Wouter DeconinckConnect with the University of Manitoba’s many outreach activities.
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STEM Education
Dr Liz JohnsonFind out more about Southern Research’s work and see if you can meet Liz’s challenge of making your own LED paper circuit!
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Physical Sciences Scholars Program
Professor JiaJia DongFind out all you need you need to know about the brilliant PSS programme.
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Machine Memory
Professor Xiaochen GuoDiscover different computer memory technologies and find out how they work
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Civil and Structural Engineering
Dr Shiling PeiBuild your own tower using toothpicks and gumdrops, and see if it can withstand an ‘earthquake’.
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Mathematics
Dr Sam BallasCan you complete Dr Sam Ballas’ genus challenge?
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AR in the classroom
Dr Wenya XuExplore a range of AR apps.
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Biological and Agricultural Engineering
Dr Trisha MooreFind out about Kansas State University’s excellent range of outreach programmes.
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Cybersecurity
Prof Doug JacobsonHow secure are your passwords?
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Geoscience
Dr Glenn DolphinDesign and build a model of a geoscientific process!
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Structural Biology
Dr Angela GronenbornView 3D biomolecules and create your own paper model of a molecule.
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Machine Learning
Dr Gerald FriedlandSee if you can teach a computer to learn!
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Environmental Horticulture
Dr Chris MarbleInvestigate the weeds in your garden!
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Marine Science
Dr Karyna RosarioFind out more about the fascinating world of marine microbiology and watch Karyna deliver her TEDx Youth Talk.
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Plant Science
Dr Davide BulgarelliResearch inspiring plant scientists and find out everything you need to know about the world of soil microbes!
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Marine Ecology
Dr Virginia EdgcombFind out all there is to know about the fascinating Expedition 360.
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Astronomy
Professor Tom BaniaResearch electromagnetic radiation and astronomical telescopes!
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Geography
Dr Michael WebberHow will our energy demands change over time?
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Sustainable Energy
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Food Science
Dr Gabriel Keith HarrisGet a feel for food science and find out why the Maillard reaction make chocolate chip cookies taste so good!
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Wind Energy
Dr Marianna MaiaruFind out more about renewable energy with KidWind, and see if you can beat the Wind Turbine and Solar Structures challenges!
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Engineering and Computing
Professor Elena GauraFind out more about sustainable engineering and the amazing HEED project.
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Biochemistry
Dr Lakxmi SubramanianTune into the Science Weekly podcast and dive into other similar activities for a taste of biochemistry.
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Atmospheric Science
Darrel BaumgardnerExplore cloud seeding and other forms of geoengineering in greater depth.
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Lifelong Health
University of SurreyWork in groups and see if you can pool your skills and expertise to survive a pandemic or life on a desert island.
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Sensor Engineering
Professor Chang-Soo KimFind out about virtual summer camps!
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Molecular Biology
Dr Michael WolyniakConduct your own yeast genome research and explore the pros and cons of gene therapy.
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Genetics
Professor Ann MatthysseCarry out your own experiment and see what bacteria you can see on the vegetables in your shopping basket!
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Collaborative App Building
Dr Susan SaffordHelping students to develop and apply maths skills to biology
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Sustainable Pest Control
Dr Christian NansenTake on the role of a strawberry farmer and see how the Smart Spray app will help to manage your crops.
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Respiration and photosynthesis
Katherine WilletThis lesson plan is aimed at Grade 9 in the US (Year 10 in the UK) and encourages students’ self-regulated learning skills to learn about respiration and photosynthesis.
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Self-Regulated Learning
Dr Erin Peters-BurtonDevelop self-regulated learning skills through metacognitive questioning and self-reflection.
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The School of Food
Dr Christian NansenFind out how looking at cabbages can teach graphs, data, research, imperial and metric units, proteins, vitamins, maps, cooking and nutrition,…and then make some cabbage muffins!
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Biología estructural
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Dr Helen BridlePlay the Bacteria Combat and Superbugs games to learn more about antimicrobial resistance and why it is a global health issue
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Agricultural Science
Dr April UleryWonder at the amazing world of agricultural science with these interactive activities.
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La nanobiophysique (les nanotechnologies au service de la microbiologie)
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Biological and Agricultural Engineering
Dr Dan FlippoTake a virtual tour of Dr Dan Fippo’s 2050 Robotics Lab and get a feel for boundless possibilities in engineering
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Astronomy
National Astronomy ConsortiumTake a trip into space with these star-studded National Radio Astronomy Observatory activities
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Nuclear Physics
Dr Matthew RedshawTest your knowledge of Einstein’s theory of relativity and be inspired by the beauty of maths and physics equations.
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Volcanology and Geology
Professor Stephen SelfExperience life as a volcanologist and keep an eye on Taal, which erupted in the Philippines in January 2020.
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Biochemistry
Dr Alan GoddardFind out if you can create a super yeast and help Dr Alan Goddard with his research along the way.
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Psychologie Cognitive
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Plant Diseases and Pests
Professor Xiangming Xu | Dr Michelle FountainUse your skills as a budding plant biologist to figure out how to reduce pests and plant diseases naturally and with technology.
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Immunology
Professor János G FilepPlay the Immune Defence game and see how the white blood cells fare against pathogens.
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Molecular Plant Biology
Dr Charlotte KirchhelleGrow your own sunflowers and find out how they change their shape to survive in the dark.
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Complement Biology
Dr Kevin MarchbankExplore the ethics of animal testing and turn your classroom into a clinical trial
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Earthquakes and the Carbon Cycle
Professor Robert HiltonExplore the power of landslides and discover the role they play in the carbon cycle.
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Antropología y Cultura de las Bandas
Dr. José Sánchez García | Dr. Carles Feixa Pàmpols¿Cómo resolvería un conflicto?
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Dr Ake FagerengJoin the crew on the research vessel JOIDES Resolution and discover the awesome power of silent earthquakes.
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Cyber Security
Prof Shujun Li | Dr Jason NurseFind out how to beat the cybercriminals with these awesome cyber security activities.
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Geochemistry
Prof Jamie WilkinsonCreate your very own rock cycle with melting chocolate and start your journey into the world of geology.
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Biogerontology
Dr Jennifer TulletBe a biogerontologist for the day and work out how different model organisms, like the nematode worm, can help scientists with their research
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Economics
Professor Sayantan GhosalPlay your hand at being an economist with this ‘understanding poverty’ card game and other awesome resources.
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Silent Earthquakes
Dr Rebecca BellGet a feel for geology and conduct your own “silent earthquake” experiment.
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Quantum Physics
Dr Fabio CostaMany of you will have tossed a coin, but what about a quantum coin? See if you have what it takes to be a quantum physicist with these wonderful quantum activities.
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Wireless Communications
Dr De MiFind out what it means to be on the cusp of a new era in broadcasting with these brilliant electrical and electronic engineering activities.
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Integrated Land Management
Professor Davy McCrackenImagine yourself in the shoes of a tech-savvy, upland hill farmer with these fun activities.
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Massive Machine-Type Communications And The Internet Of Things
Dr Zilong LiuTake a peek at the future by exploring the world of massive machine-type communications and Internet-of-Things
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Biosecurity
ADBCAPGet a better understanding of biosecurity and help stop the spread of animal diseases with these awesome ADBCAP resources
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Energy Storage
Prof Jenny PringleTry your hand at being a chemist and make a battery with a lemon and other simple household ingredients
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Geomatics
Dr Stephan WinterFind out whether you’re any good at giving directions and discover a world of fascinating facts with the National Geographic MapMaker Interactive.
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Immunology
Prof Deborah Dunn-WaltersPut yourself in the shoes of an immunologist and learn fascinating facts about how our immune system works
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Making ill health in old age a thing of the past
Earth Dynamics
Professor Zheng-Ziang LiTry this explosive experiment and make your very own volcano, and find out what it’s like to be a geologist.
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Movers and shakers: using supercomputers to understand how supercontinents form and drift apart
Plant Science
Professor Margaret Barbour | Richard HarwoodMake your own 3D model of a chickpea plant leaf or take a virtual tour of the first university botanical garden in the world.
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Organisational Behaviour
Dr Kohyar KiazadDiscover the benefits and history of organisational behaviour, which was used in the 1930s to find out how to improve productivity in factories.
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Gravitational Waves
The GrEAT NetworkIgnite your passion for space science with the Black Hole Hunter and Space Time Quest games.
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GrEAT potential: why China and the UK are working together in gravitational-wave research
Atmospheric Science
Dr Leigh OrfWatch Leigh’s collection of jaw-dropping tornado videos and try out a simple experiment in atmospheric pressure.
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Microplastics
Professor Jay Brandes | Dodie SandersGet involved with marine science and help the planet to boot with these international citizen science projects.
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Gravitational Astrophysics
Dr Paul LaskyMake a model of a black hole, and find out how to get involved in astronomy with these awesome citizen science projects.
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Chemical Engineering
Professor Terri CamesanoAntibiotic resistance is a major issue. Take a look at these videos and fact sheets to find out why; and discover what it’s like to be a chemical engineer with chemical engineering activities.
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Theoretical Chemistry
Dr Mark TuckermanTheoretical chemists need to know how to code so start by learning the basics in Python – and use simple chemistry to make potato, salt water and lemon clocks!
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Digital Technology and Mental Health
Dr Elvira Perez VallejosTest your skills at spotting fake news, play the Fairness Top Trumps card game and see if the computer model of Barack Obama’s head fools you!
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Operations Research
Professor Larry SnyderIf you enjoy logic puzzles, you’ll love Larry’s logic-tastic activity sheet! Create a supply chain to survive a zombie apocalypse, test your skills in the Root Beer Game and solve the Travelling Salesman Problem.
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Marine Geoscience
Professor Bram MurtonFollow Bram into the depths of the ocean: explore careers in marine geoscience, visit the National Oceanographic Centre and follow the adventures of Boaty McBoatface, an autonomous underwater vehicle.
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Glaciology
Dr Ellyn EnderlinExplore glaciology with Ellyn: make your own ‘glacier goo’, check out a glacier simulation tool to see the effects of climate change and play the penguin game.
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Chemical Engineering
Professor Chris JonesStart thinking like a chemical engineer and develop a problem-solving product; investigate carbon dioxide and discover more about acids and bases.
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Self-Organising Particle Systems
Dr Andréa RichaExplore the rules of swarm behaviour, think about what swarm robots could be used for in your local area and write an algorithm for making toast!
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Nucleur Physics
Dr Jacek DobaczewskiExplore nuclear physics using LEGO or watch a TEDEd video to learn more about nuclear structure.
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Oceanography
Professor Marc FrischerDon your mask and snorkel and dive into oceanography! Start an aquarium, see plankton with your own eyes, or take part in a citizen science project. Whichever activity you choose, it’s bound to cause a splash!
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Astrophysics with Stacey Habergham-Mawsom
Stacey Habergham-MawsomHave a go at using the Liverpool Telescope from your home, and try out other space activities to see if astronomy is the career for you.
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Molecular Biology and Big Data
Dr Kim Hammond-KosackBecome a plant detective and identify common plant diseases. Learn about plant genetics and diseases, and why Big Data is so vital.
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Saving plants from disease
Victorian Poetry
Dr Simon RennieUncover working-class Victorian poetry from the Lancashire cotton famine database, learn more about it and use it as inspiration to write your own poem.
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Forest Pathology and Entomology
Dr Lori EckhardtExplore the trees, woodland and forest near you and use this resource to identify insects and plant diseases.
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Getting To The Root Of Pine Decline
Science Communication
Roger Bacon ScholarsFind out if you’re a good communicator and learn how to talk about complex ideas to non-scientists.
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Paid To Study, Research And Communicate Science
Hydrology
Dr Emile EliasExplore unique resources from the Asombro Institute for Science Education, aimed at arming you with key information on climate change, the water cycle and agricultural systems.
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Learning To Live With Less Water
Geology
Dr Rónadh CoxDiscover how to measure objects that are just too big to put on a weighing scale, and use photogrammetry to make a 3D image of your friend!
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Can Storm Waves Move A Boulder As Heavy As Six Blue Whales?
Nanotechnology
Dr Andrea HolmesDiscover nanotechnology and learn how to make artificial snow and a liquid crystal thermometer.
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Earthquakes
Dr Alex CopleyFind out whether seismology (the study of earthquakes) is for you and learn about an earthquake hot spot: Alaska
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Clinical Psychology
Dr Christine WekerleChris and her team have designed an app to help young people build on their resilience. Explore clinical psychology and find out what the contents of your pockets say about you!
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Optics and Photonics
Dr Alexis VogtAlmost all the technologies we use today are reliant on optics and photonics. Get a free DVD. Or, make your own telescope, light fountain and shimmering lens.
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Tissue Engineering
Dr Dave HayTissue engineering and stem cell research are a relatively new science, offering exciting prospects for human health. Discover what stem cell research can do for us, and the effects of toxic chemicals on a beef liver.
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Marine Biology
Sarah McAnultyFind out more about working in marine biology, how studying sea creatures can help us understand our own bodies, and test your local waterways with water testing kits.
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What Can We Learn From Bobtail Squid?
Biología Celular
Dra. Verónica SegarraPóngase en el lugar de Verónica, ¿cómo se imagina su carrera de investigación?
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Geomatik
Dr Stephan WinterFinden Sie mit National Geographic MapMaker Interactive heraus, ob Sie gut darin sind, Anweisungen zu geben, und entdecken Sie eine Welt faszinierender Fakten.
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