COVID-19 Resources
STEM Explained
COVID-19 learning resources and suggestions for discussing with students.
The Immune Response: A Cellular War
STEM Explained
An inflammatory response is your body’s attempt to fight invaders. Learn how your body springs into action when attacked!
The Science Behind the Calico Cat's Colours
STEM Explained
The patchwork fur colour of Calico and tortoiseshell cats is an interesting case of genetics, heredity and sex-linked traits.
Jason Bowie
Associate Director & National Business Manager (Oncology)
Greta Bauer
Professor, Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Joanne Freeze
Dental Hygienist
Michael Tofani
Registered Practical Nurse
Gwen Healey Akearok
Executive and Scientific Director
Kara Layton
Postdoctoral Fellow
Sarah Benjamin
Regulatory Operations Manager
Radiation Effects on the Body
Backgrounders
This backgrounder explains the potential effects of radiation on the human body.
Jillian Croke
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
Paul Gordon
Bioinformatics Manager
The Chemistry of Redheads
STEM Explained
Learn how chemistry and genetics makes redheads stand out from the crowd.
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What is Mitosis?
Backgrounders
Mitosis is an important part of cell division that helps organisms grow and repair themselves.