British Science Week was launched yesterday with Miss Phillips and Dr Gowen sharing with students their past studies and careers. Dr Gowen explained what a PhD is and the area which she researched. Miss Phillips explained her reasons for her choice of degree and gave examples of the jobs which she had in the food industry in Research and Development roles. A few photographs also showed some of the fashions of the time!
Today saw a group of students extracting DNA from strawberries. It is actually a surprisingly simple experiment which reveals the material which contains the amazing code of life. Students were fascinated to see this with their own eyes.
Meanwhile another group of students talked to Mrs Bishop about the importance of plants. In this informal setting they were able to ask questions and get an insight into what Mrs Bishop used to do for a living when she was a research scientist.
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Wednesday
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12:55- 1:15 Chemistry- Coke-splosion (LAB and outside)
3:30- 4:15 Science club- more fizz-tastic fun (LAB and outside)
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Thursday
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12:55- 1:15 Technology- Choc-a-bloc (TECH – ROOM 5)
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Friday
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Period 1/ 2 Solar Eclipse (Everyone outside)
12:55- 1:15 Physics- ‘Do balls it up’ (LAB)
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Other activities available for students to sign up for the rest of the week are below.