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Too much of a good thing – the problem of light pollution
Blinded by the light: We rely on lights to see in the dark, but did you know that light pollution has serious environmental consequences?
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Unfold Your World: using art to explore the story of life
Explore the form and function of ‘nature’s tiny sculptures’ – proteins – with an engaging art competition from the European Molecular Biology Laboratory.
Seagrass the wonder plant!
Did you know that there are flowering plants that live in the sea? The unique characteristics of seagrasses are vital for the health of our planet.
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Articles from previous issues
The microbial fuel cell: electricity from yeast
We all know that yeast is used to produce beer and bread – but electricity? Dean Madden from the National Centre for Biotechnology Education,…
Biology, Chemistry
Glaciers on Mars: looking for the ice
One of the scientists’ main interests in Mars research is water. Is there water on…
Physics, Astronomy / space, Earth science
Life in the line of fire
All major X-ray and neutron facilities employ instrument scientists, who are experimental experts, liaison officers and researchers rolled into one.…
Physics
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The CRISPR revolution
EMBL invites educators to join "The CRISPR revolution: a course for educators and enthusiasts'', from 1 May to 9 June 2024. The course is free of charge and self-paced, with a total workload of around 12 hours and the option of a course certificate.
EMBL – Unfold your World
Discover the wonder of proteins with this exciting science & art competition. Unfold Your World provides free classroom-ready resources and is open to students aged 14–18, who can win prizes and see their artwork displayed in a special exhibition.
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