Observation: chocolate bar sample discovered on desk.
Hypothesis: it's delicious.
Note: aware of "no eating in the lab" policy. Proceeding anyway. For science. 🍫🧪

Precision, accuracy and sugar - the three pillars of modern genetics 🧬

@breckland-sci.bsky.social thanks for the goody bag! Great way to start the new half term 😁

I feel like I need proof that this pondweed is photosynthesising, so that when it goes out later today and doesn't work I can say "well it did this morning!"

As part of the acids and alkalis topics year 7 are looking at neutralisation. I've made up bottles of HCl to represent stomach acid and different concentrations of NaOH for indigestion remedies. I'm quite pleased with this one 😊 @alcesteracademy.bsky.social

Exciting news! Our new display cabinet, generously supported by @wolfsonfdn.bsky.social, is here! It'll bring science to life in our department, showcasing amazing learning opportunities. Thank you for helping us inspire future scientists 🔬🧪🥼 @alcesteracademy.bsky.social

There's something strangely satisfying about seeing these colourful baskets set up with all the equipment ready for students to use @alcesteracademy.bsky.social

Behold: The Ramp of Scientific Truth. Where forces are tested, friction is optional and toy cars meet their destiny. New to @alcesteracademy.bsky.social science department, we're excited about these additions from @lascells.bsky.social

Can't believe it's nearly that time of the year already! @alcesteracademy.bsky.social

Year 8 are putting our new thermal imaging cameras through their paces this morning 😁 @alcesteracademy.bsky.social

My first Bluesky post and it's a good one! I've just finished unpacking a delivery of new voltmeter and ammeters ☺️ Really happy to see these turn up, looking forward to seeing them in use!