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In Science in School

Neutrons elucidate the mysteries of photosynthesis

Science in School x ILL 
Ages: 11-19

Topics:

Biology, Chemistry, Earth science, News from the EIROs, Physics, Sustainability

Keywords: Neutrons, Photosynthesis, Protein structure, Science and society, Sustainability

Invisible soap, heavy water and a research reactor come together to provide enlightening insights into how plants and bacteria turn light into food. [Read more]

Neutron science: a quantum story

Science in School x ILL 
Ages: 16-19

Topics: Engineering, News from the EIROs, Physics

Keywords: Electricity, Magnetism, Materials, Minerals, Neutrons, Particle physics, Quantum computing

How tiny quantum particles dig into the mysteries of future materials.  [Read more]

Neutrons for the quantum technologies of the future: investigating layered perovskites

Science in School x ILL (adapted from an ILL News article )
Ages: 16-19

Topics: Chemistry, Engineering, General science, News from the EIROs, Physics, Science and society, Sustainability

Keywords: Electricity, Magnetism, Materials, Minerals, Neutrons, Particle physics, Quantum computing

How do scientists develop new materials for the computers of the future? Discover the rare magneto-electric properties of layered perovskites.  [Read more]

Pea-based foams for a greener cappuccino

Science in School x ILL (adapted from an ILL News article )
Ages: 14-19

Topics: Biology, Careers in STEM, Chemistry, Engineering, Health, News from the EIROs, Physics, Science and society, Sustainability

Keywords: Foams, Food technology, Gases, Liquids, Plant milk, Proteins

Peas please: discover how scientists are investigating pea-based ‘milk’ foams for delicious, environmentally friendly, plant-based cappuccinos!  [Read more]

Slow and steady wins the race: an exciting new material for long-acting medicines

Science in School x ILL (adapted from an ILL News article )
Ages: 14-19

Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Health, News from the EIROs, Physics, Science and society

Keywords: Biomolecules, Drug development, HIV, Hydrogels, Medicine, Neutrons, Peptides, Polymers

Researchers have developed a molecular delivery system for continuous release of an anti-HIV medicine... [Read more]