Exploring Our Complex Cosmos with Next-Generation Telescopes in the Age of Data-Intensive Astronomy Complexity takes many forms in the Universe, from the extremes of size, mass and energy on cosmic scales, to the diversity of life on planet Earth. Understanding this complexity and how it developed over the 13.8 billion years since the Big Bang…
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Science Showcase UOW: Open day at Wollongong Campus
The open day at Wollongong campus for Science Showcase UOW is on Saturday 5 August from 10am – 3pm. The STEM zone around around “Sciences Lane” will be buzzing with all sorts of science, including guided tours of different science teaching laboratories and research spaces Fire & Ice Spectacular Science Shows, presented by the Science Space…
Science Showcase UOW: Live ABC Illawarra radio broadcast from UOW Wollongong Campus
The live broadcast of ABC Illawarra from UOW Wollongong campus for Science Showcase UOW is on Wednesday 16 August from 8:30am – 6pm. On campus, at the main duck pond lawn and then in the uni bar, ABC Illawarra will broadcast the Mornings show with Nick Rheinberger and then Drive with Lindsay McDougall. The day…
Astronomy Cathedrals – from Nuraghes to the Einstein Telescope
Humankind has always looked to the sky to gain a sense of identity. Today, the advancement of astronomical knowledge relies on large investments to build dedicated infrastructure. Traditionally telescopes have been used to observe the space looking at electromagnetic waves. More recently gravitational wave detectors have been built in the USA, LIGO, and in Italy, VIRGO, and…
Astronomy Cathedrals – from Nuraghes to the Einstein Telescope
Humankind has always looked to the sky to gain a sense of identity. Today, the advancement of astronomical knowledge relies on large investments to build dedicated infrastructure. Traditionally telescopes have been used to observe the space looking at electromagnetic waves. More recently gravitational wave detectors have been built in the USA, LIGO, and in Italy, VIRGO, and…
Astronomy Cathedrals – from Nuraghes to the Einstein Telescope
Humankind has always looked to the sky to gain a sense of identity. Today, the advancement of astronomical knowledge relies on large investments to build dedicated infrastructure. Traditionally telescopes have been used to observe the space looking at electromagnetic waves. More recently gravitational wave detectors have been built in the USA, LIGO, and in Italy, VIRGO, and…
Astronomy Cathedrals – from Nuraghes to the Einstein Telescope
Humankind has always looked to the sky to gain a sense of identity. Today, the advancement of astronomical knowledge relies on large investments to build dedicated infrastructure. Traditionally telescopes have been used to observe the space looking at electromagnetic waves. More recently gravitational wave detectors have been built in the USA, LIGO, and in Italy, VIRGO, and…
Karratha Senior High School Science Fair
This is a community event organised by Karratha Senior High School Science Department. It will have primary schools, industry stakeholders such as Rio Tinto, Woodside as well as educational organisations such as Scitech and ESWA. The event will also showcase work displayed by STARS and Clontarf students on First Nations contributions to science innovations. There…
Creating Green Worlds: Terrarium making and environmental awareness
In this engaging and educational terrarium making workshop, children will embark on a hands-on journey exploring the fascinating world of ecosystems, the environment, and the impact of climate change. Through the art of terrarium creation, they will discover the important role these miniature gardens play in promoting environmental awareness and sustainability. During the workshop, children…
Getting into Science
Engaging with young learners in our Early Learning Centre to engage with learning zones throughout the centre, including microscopes, magnifying glasses to investigate and experiments as our focus sessions delivering to young people.