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Apprenticeships will unlock our science superpower
Schools must promote apprenticeships if we are ever to become a ‘science superpower’, says Jo Foster.
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Northern Ireland students join scientists on salty study
Teens work with Queens University to explore ionic liquids and how they could shape the 21st century.
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BBC Look North investigates student research in Dewsbury
Reporters visit St John Fisher to uncover young students interesting research using DNA Origami.
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Girls in STEM: A cause for celebration, not complacency
Despite postitive GCSE and A level results, gender imbalance still exists in the sciences, Jo Foster.
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Stuff clay, let’s play with DNA
Could these be the youngest people to construct artificial structures using DNA? Our latest pilot project.
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What’s under the microscope? Plastic, worms and flies.
Young people explore interesting objects using the Scanning Electron Microscope.
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Research must be at the heart of science education
Jo Foster argues that research in schools is key if the UK wants to become a science super power.
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UK students decode parasite genome to help prevent childhood infection
Students efforts could support the development of a vaccine to prevent a disease linked to malnutrition.
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CPD to help embed student-led research in schools
Teachers can sign-up for our courses held at the National STEM Learning Centre in York
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IRIS Virtual Conference: Resilience in a tough school year
The top research projects presented by secondary students at this year’s conference.
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Could research reignite teachers’ passion for science?
An evaluation of 50 teachers shows how IRIS projects/student research can improve job satisfaction.
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IRIS launches national STEM framework
Our framework to help leaders develop an effective whole school STEM strategy.
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Where are tomorrow’s scientists?
STEM Director at Chipping Campden School on why investigative work is key to educating future scientists.