Education is a fundamental component of the work of the ASCC. The Centre receives a significant amount of enquiries from students and
teachers seeking information from the basics of stem cell biology to legislation and ethics.
The Centre’s communications objective is to
enhance public understanding of stem cells and their potential. To achieve this the ASCC has a range of projects and tools available:
Stem Cell Teachers' Kit
The ASCC launched a FREE Teachers Stem Cell Resources Kit in August 2010. It containts classroom activities, handouts, stem cell basics and a curriculum guide.
The Stem Cell Channel
The Stem Cell Channel is an interactive website featuring mini-documentaries and interviews with industry experts. Topics include: what are stem cells, the scientists, patients discuss stem cells, legislation and therapeutic cloning.
Back to Schools Program
Victoria’s stem cell scientists headed back to school during National Science Week in 2009 to help secondary school students understand more about stem cell research.The program is continuing in 2010 and looking for
presenters now!
BioEYES Program
BioEYES is an innovative, hands on approach to teaching school aged children about developmental biology, stem cells and regeneration through the use of zebrafish.
Fact Sheets
The ASCC produces a range of Fact Sheets to download.