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National Science Week 2024 Grants in WA
Inspiring WA, supported by the WA Coordinating Committee for National Science Week (WACC), opened applications for small grants of up to $4,000, and mid-tier grants of up to $15,000, to support ...
How to write a great event description
Give me one good reason why I should give up my limited spare time to come to your Science Week event! While you’re at it, give me a few good reasons. A strong and clear event description excites ...
Science Week NT Community Grants 2024
Do you have an idea that will increase the awareness and understanding of the role of science, technology, and innovation in everyday life and our future? These grants provide funding for ...
STEM Engagement Grants in Tasmania for National Science Week 2024
Do you have a great idea for an event to run as part of Tasmania's National Science Week? This August, showcase your organisation, your science, your ideas with the help of the following funding ...
National Science Week 2024 Grants Available
Grants are now available to support events in National Science Week 2024. You can apply for between $2000 and $20,000, and the total grant pool is $500,000, provided by the Australian Government. ...
DIY Science: Fruit Juice Caviar
What you need 250 ml vegetable oil (chilled in the refrigerator) 100 ml fruit juice such as apple or orange (Note: Do not use juice that contains pineapple, kiwi, papaya, mango, or guava, as the ...
Last chance to get involved in National Science Week 2023
This year’s theme is Innovation, and there have been so many innovative events happening all around Australia in the last week. There was the winner of the Shirty Science competition’s ‘Most ...
DIY Science: Homopolar Electric Motor
What you need 50 cm uncoated copper wire (e.g. picture-hanging wire) AA battery neodymium magnet, cylindrical in shape with a diameter similar to that of the battery (available from hardware ...
DIY Science: Gelatine Colour Diffusion
What you need measuring cup 50 ml cold water and 200 ml boiling water 2 tablespoons powdered gelatine* heat-proof jug, metal teaspoon, and knife small bowl or cups (clear or white will look best) ...
DIY Science: Magic Coin Trick
What you need 5 coins of the same value, each from a different year small bag or box What to do This is a magic trick to be presented to a group of people who have NOT read these instructions. ...