Meet the Young Tassie Scientists at the Festival of Bright Ideas! Curious minds of all ages — come and meet real scientists from right here in Tasmania! The Young Tassie Scientists are early-career researchers from the University of Tasmania who love sharing their science through hands-on activities, real specimens, and fascinating stories from the field…
Topic: Health and Medical
Young Tassie Scientists at Circular Head Science Big Gig
Meet the Young Tassie Scientists at the Circular Head Science Gig! The Young Tassie Scientists are early-career researchers from the University of Tasmania who are passionate about sharing science through hands-on activities, real specimens, and fascinating stories. Join us at the Circular Head Science Gig to meet scientists from all kinds of fields. We have…
Relaxation Breathwork and Sauna Plunge
Breathing is a potent, readily available relaxation tool that can divert the acute stress response and return the nervous system to its relaxed, restful state. Join scientist and wellness teacher Dr Rebecca Chabot to learn to harness the superpower of the breath. In this session, participants will learn the basic science around breathing and why…
Activation Breathwork and Sauna Plunge
When you need a boost, you can use your breath to recharge the body, clear the mind, and activate the energy within. In this session, scientist and wellness teacher Dr Rebecca Chabot will lead participants through several dynamic breathing exercises. The exercises will build to holotropic breathing, to boost the energy flow in the body…
After Hours
Welcome to After Hours. Where the dance floor is throbbing, the lighting is low, and the vibes are absolutely filthy — but medically accurate. This is no ordinary nightclub. Yes, there’s a DJ. Yes, there’s dancing. Yes, there are drag queens, kinksters, and performers who could teach anatomy with just a look. But tucked among…
50 Ways to Die in Space Air Rocket Workshop
Have you ever wanted to be an astronaut and fly into space? Orbit the Earth, walk on the Moon, surf on Saturn’s rings or see a supernova up close? You might want to rethink your life goals…The human body is perfectly adapted to the conditions on Earth. But blast that fragile body into the extreme…
Auslan Interpreted 50 Ways to Die in Space Air Rocket Workshop
Have you ever wanted to be an astronaut and fly into space? Orbit the Earth, walk on the Moon, surf on Saturn’s rings or see a supernova up close? You might want to rethink your life goals… The human body is perfectly adapted to the conditions on Earth. But blast that fragile body into the…
Peer-Reviewed Gossip – Trend or Truth?
Join this peer-reviewed and interactive gossip session with science experts answering the questions you desperately want to know about the science and pseudoscience of but can’t be bothered to look up. Does this device actually enhance my skincare routine? Can I life hack my way to better sleep? Is my social media feed messing with…
Sensory Friendly 50 Ways to Die in Space Air Rocket Workshop
Have you ever wanted to be an astronaut and fly into space? Orbit the Earth, walk on the Moon, surf on Saturn’s rings or see a supernova up close? You might want to rethink your life goals… The human body is perfectly adapted to the conditions on Earth. But blast that fragile body into the…
Young Tassie Scientists at QV Mag
Discover the wonderful world of science with the Young Tassie Scientists at QVMAG. Join the Young Tassie Scientists, a group of early-career researchers and scientists from the University of Tasmania for an afternoon of fascinating science presentations at the Queen Victoria Museum’s auditorium in Launceston. From the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of…