This year’s Young Tassie Scientists are University of Tasmania scientists who are keen to share their work through interactive talks and hands-on activities in Tasmanian schools and communities during National Science Week. The Young Tassie Scientist on this roadtrip are: Chelsea Long (she/her), Antarctic scientist – all about ice cores Pantalius Nji (he/him), medical scientist –…
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Young Tassie Scientists at Kingston Primary School
This year’s Young Tassie Scientists are University of Tasmania scientists who are keen to share their work through interactive talks and hands-on activities in Tasmanian schools and communities during National Science Week. The Young Tassie Scientist on this roadtrip are: Mary Adewunmi (she/her), medical scientist – medicine and computer programming Zane Farnum (he/him), Neuroscientist – stress…
Young Tassie Scientists at Illawarra Primary School
This year’s Young Tassie Scientists are University of Tasmania scientists who are keen to share their work through interactive talks and hands-on activities in Tasmanian schools and communities during National Science Week. The Young Tassie Scientist on this roadtrip are: Mary Adewunmi (she/her), medical scientist – medicine and computer programming Zane Farnum (he/him), Neuroscientist – stress…
Young Tassie Scientists at Calvin Christian School
This year’s Young Tassie Scientists are University of Tasmania scientists who are keen to share their work through interactive talks and hands-on activities in Tasmanian schools and communities during National Science Week. The Young Tassie Scientist on this roadtrip are: Vimarsha Kodithuwakku (she/her), medical scientist Stephanie Hutt (she/her), neuroscientist Chelsea Long (she/her), Antarctic scientist The Young…
NATA explores Why Measurement Uncertainty Matters
Every day our lives are impacted by science often without us noticing or taking the time to learn and appreciate. And measurements play a key role, whether it’s being able to trust the quality of the water coming out of our taps, or the steel supporting our homes and cars, someone has put in the…
Science Showcase UOW: Open day at Shoalhaven Campus
The open day at the UOW Shoalhaven campus for Science Showcase UOW is on Saturday 12 August from 10am – 3pm. The UOW campus in West Nowra will be transformed into a science activities hub. This is a free event and all are welcome; there is something for all ages and interests. Activities include: Guided…
The Art of Living Together: Australian National Botanic Gardens Guided Walk
Plants and animals interact with each other in a variety of ways. When these interactions occur both participants may benefit, one may benefit while the other is not affected or one may benefit while the other is harmed. Join a free guided walk to see some interesting examples of plants that interact with each other…
STEM careers event with QUT Dean’s and Westpac Scholars
More than 60 Year 9 students plus teachers from 16 schools will attend a panel discussion followed by a speed science session with QUT Dean’s and Westpac Scholars. The Scholars are high-achieving students in the Faculty of Science and Faculty of Engineering and are identified as being future leaders and game changers in STEM. The purpose of…
Queensland Future Conversations
The Office of the Queensland Chief Scientist in partnership with QUT, The University of Queensland and Griffith University will deliver a breakfast briefing at Parliament House for National Science Week on Wednesday 23 August. The event theme is decarbonisation, and includes speakers from each university, a Q&A session with the speakers and representatives from industry…
Platypus Explorers Kids Workshop
Come along for this educational and interactive workshop to learn all about our unique Australian animal – the platypus. Find out how you can help them to live safely and happily in our local rivers and creeks before getting stuck into some fun, platypus related activities. This is a hands-on session that we know children…