ESRF – Science in School

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April 14, 2022 | Issue 57

The reign of the dinosaurs ended in spring

The asteroid that killed the dinosaurs struck Earth during springtime. Scientists have determined this by analyzing the remains of fish that died directly after the impact.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Earth science, News from the EIROs
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January 15, 2021 | Issue 51

Ancient tiny teeth reveal first mammals lived more like reptiles

A study of 200 million-year-old teeth from the earliest mammals provides fascinating insight into how they lived.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology
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January 8, 2020 | Issue 49

Energy-efficient devices, next-generation telescopes, and sustainable paint from beetle scales

Science in School is published by EIROforum, a collaboration between eight of Europe’s largest intergovernmental scientific research organisations (EIROs). This article reviews some of the latest news from the EIROs.

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Topics: News from the EIROs, Physics, Biology, Chemistry
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October 2, 2019 | Issue 48

Magnetism in the Earth’s mantle, impressive asteroid observations, and insights into influenza

Science in School is published by EIROforum, a collaboration between eight of Europe’s largest intergovernmental scientific research organisations (EIROs). This article reviews some of the latest news from the EIROs.

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Topics: News from the EIROs, Physics, Biology, Chemistry
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| Issue 48

Making connections: an online exchange with EIROforum scientists

Connect your class with scientists across Europe in a video-conference exchange – and find out about life as a scientific researcher.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: General science
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| Issue 48

Art and science from Pompeii to Rembrandt

Applying high-tech science to the study of ancient art and famous paintings has been a rewarding career choice for synchrotron scientist Marine Cotte.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Profiles
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June 11, 2019 | Issue 47

The history of our Universe, fusion research with comics, and clues about Alzheimer’s disease

Science in School is published by EIROforum, a collaboration between eight of Europe’s largest intergovernmental scientific research organisations (EIROs). This article reviews some of the latest news from the EIROs.

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Topics: News from the EIROs, Physics, Biology, Chemistry
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March 15, 2019 | Issue 46

Mercury’s mysteries, astronomy education and a new generation of X-ray science

Science in School is published by EIROforum, a collaboration between eight of Europe’s largest intergovernmental scientific research organisations (EIROs). This article reviews some of the latest news from the EIROs.

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Topics: News from the EIROs, Physics, Biology, Chemistry
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November 22, 2018 | Issue 45

Full-colour X-rays, early embryo division and space challenges for students

Science in School is published by EIROforum, a collaboration between eight of Europe’s largest inter-governmental scientific research organisations (EIROs). This article reviews some of the latest news from the EIROs.

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Topics: News from the EIROs, Physics, Biology, Chemistry
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November 21, 2018 | Issue 45

Elements in focus: beryllium

As a lightweight, super-strong metal, beryllium is an engineer’s dream – but it also has some less convenient qualities.

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