All Society and ethics articles – Page 4

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Is the Earth getting warmer?

This worksheet is intended to introduce the theme of global warming as a controversial scientific issue. Use to initiate a class discussion, find out what the class already know about global warming and if they have any strong views on the subject.

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Should we worry about food additives?

2015-01-15T16:08:12Z

This is an article about the chemicals used as food additives and E numbers. Many of us may be concerned about what is added to our food, why it is added and whether it can have an effect on our health or behaviour. This article explains why additives are used, ...

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Should we worry about nanomaterials?

This is an article about nanomaterials, and the safety concerns that surround their use. This article aims to provide a balanced view of the current debate and evidence.

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Should we worry about endocrine disruptors?

2015-01-15T16:07:41Z

This is an informative article about endocrine disruptors, which are chemicals that are often in the news. They are chemicals such as bisphenol A (BPA), and phthalates (used in plastics), and they may cause harm by interacting with our hormone system. There has been a great deal of controversy within ...

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Should we worry about BPA?

2015-01-15T16:07:00Z

This is an informative article about bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical used in some plastics that has caused a great deal of controversy. BPA is a suspected endocrine disruptor, which means that it may be able to interfere with our hormone system and thereby cause harm. This article aims to ...

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The Earth is getting warmer

This worksheet is intended to introduce the theme of global warming as a controversial scientific issue. Use to initiate a class discussion, find out what the class already know about global warming and if they have any strong views on the subject.

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The impact of solar power

In association with The Solar Spark at the University of Edinburgh

Think about the benefits of solar power and the impact it can have on people’s lives

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Faces of Chemistry – Women in Chemistry

Follow the adventures of eight leading women in chemistry and celebrate the common element that catalysed their journeys: a life-changing, chance-taking, thrill-seeking love of science.

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Faces of Chemistry – stories from the bio-based industries

In association with EuropaBio

Through a collection of short films, watch the story of how biobased innovation is contributing to a more sustainable, competitive and prosperous Europe.

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On This Day - Oct 30 : Linus Pauling Nobel Prize

He received the award for his research into the nature of the chemical bond. He subsequently received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1962 for campaigning against the use of nuclear weapons, becoming the first and only person to be awarded two undivided Nobel Prizes.

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Sewage Pollution: A Case Study

A laboratory investigation of sewage pollution based around a case study. Students analyse for various so-called biomarkers in soil samples and assess for likely sources of contamination. 

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On This Day – Jul 31 : Gene therapy in USA

Gene therapy uses DNA to treat disease, usually by replacing a faulty gene with a healthy copy. Recent clinical studies suggest this technique holds promise for the future treatment of Parkinson’s disease.

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Limestone Inquiry

This activity is most appropriate for students aged 14-16 to illustrate useful materials made from rocks in the context of problems associated with extraction of raw materials.

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What causes the greenhouse effect? | 16-18 years

Reinforce your students’ understanding of the cause of the greenhouse effect using this lesson plan with a demonstration and activities for 16–18 year olds.