Dear Future: I am READY… Join Girls Day Out in STEM this National Science Week to explore the future of industries across the job spectrum and check out the innovations that are powering them. Get ready futurist travellers as off we go to discover the new frontier in the modernisation of jobs and of jobs…
Topic: Environment and Nature
Sci fight Science Comedy Debate: We should embrace our animal nature
We are animals. We may have pulled ourselves out of the primordial muck by our bootstraps. We may have invented sophistications such as chess, quantum mechanics and the Nutbush. We may have developed consciousness, closely followed by curiosity, hope, and existential despair. But have we forgotten our roots? Many of the things that bring us…
g4g DAY @ Canberra
This signature one day event demonstrates the link between science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM) to everything around us in a fun & interactive way. We invite 100-150 girls aged 10-17 to come and join the fun and be inspired by hands-on workshops led by role-model professionals in STEM. The day consists of 45-minute workshops with 15-20 girls per workshop, and each…
Young Tassie Scientists at Natone 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. Some of the Young Tassie Scientists on the NorthWest roadtrip are: Eloise Bennett, marine biologist Gongbu Pan, neuroscientist Rhiannon Terry, chemist Marlvin Anemey Tewara,…
Young Tassie Scientists at Latrobe High 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. Some of the Young Tassie Scientists on the NorthWest roadtrip are: Himashu Saraswat, medical geneticist Ash Russell, neuroscientist Paula Andrea Ruiz, marine biologist Malachi…
Science Gets Real: From problem to lab innovation to real-world impact.
Taxpayers, industry partners, private donors, and international students fund university research. How can we increase the tangible social, economic, and environmental returns on this investment? Hear three inspiring stories from scientists whose innovations are solving real-world problems. When many don’t, why did these researchers succeed in moving their great ideas out of the lab and…
Science on Show
See some of the rarest and most fascinating species displayed at Melbourne Museum. Hear stories from Museums Victoria scientists as they discuss unique collections, covering everything from ancient fossils to live exhibits. Create your own Marvellous Megafauna World, Microbat, Triceratops Mask or Sea Bunny to take home while learning about endangered species and the places…
Sustainable Beauty Workshop – Sustainability in the Dilly
Learn how to create DIY beauty products to reduce plastic waste. Bookings are required. This Inspiring Australia initiative is supported by the Australian Government as part of National Science Week.
Recycled Art Class – Sustainability in the Dilly
Learn how to take waste material and turn it into art. Bookings are essential. For children aged 8+. This Inspiring Australia initiative is supported by the Australian Government as part of National Science Week.
Welcome to Country: Midlands Biodiversity Field Day
The Midlands Biodiversity Hot Spot is Tasmania’s only nationally recognised biodiversity hot spot. One of 15 hot spots in Australia declared because of the high numbers of threatened and endangered species. There are 32 nationally threatened species and 180 plants and animals listed as threatened at the state level in this driest part of Tasmania….