We’ve heard of computer hackers, but what about biohackers? After all, we have personal computers, so why not personal biotech? Meet one of National Science Week’s guest scientists for 2016 – biohacker Dr. Ellen Jorgensen of Genspace, New York USA. Ellen helped to introduce the world to the biohacker revolution in 2012, with her TEDTalk…
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National Science Week in the ACT
A week of fun, science and wonder in the CAN! National Science Week is just around the corner and the ACT is already buzzing with excitement! This year’s edition is bringing back your favourites shows and events, from science extravaganza to movie festivals and behind the scene tours. Science in ACTion (12-13 August, Old Bus…
PlatypusWatch on the Gold Coast
It’s time to register for the next PlatypusWatch. This is a super special watch because the survey results will be used in the Queensland Platycount 2016. We’re hoping the community will put in a huge effort to make sure every platypus counts. PlatypusWatch brings science to the conservation of platypus for National Science Week. PlatypusWatch…
DIY Marshmallow Bazooka
Keen to do some science at home to get in the mood for National Science Week? This project, courtesy of Dr Graham Walker (@DrGrahams), could be just the thing! Graham will be performing his Extraordinary Science with Ordinary Stuff shows all over the ACT and regional NSW for National Science Week – check them out…
Tasmania, land of festivals!
Each August, Tasmanians enjoy over 100 public events and 200+ school events during National Science Week. Ok, let’s call it what it really is: SCIENCE MONTH! With events running from July – September, there’s no denying that those of us on the Apple Isle kind of love science. This year we’re proud to announce the…
National Science Week in WA’s Great Southern
Events highlighting new technologies and innovations in southwest WA will feature the science of marine mammals of Albany’s harbours, a Meet the Curators and Young Naturalists event at WA Museum Albany, Coder Dojo as well as SciFilm and SCINEMA short films. Highlighting new technologies and innovations throughout August Explore natural history of whales, dolphins, sea lions and fur seals…
Sydney Science Festival 2016
International Sydney Science Festival guest Amy Sheira Teitel is a US-based blogger and author who writes about science, space and the universe. With over 100 events, the second Sydney Science Festival program is now online! The eleven-day celebration to mark National Science Week 2016 runs from 11-21 August and includes talks, workshops, tours and events…
Dr Ellen Jorgensen visits Sydney
The founder and Executive Director of Genspace, Dr Ellen Jorgensen, will be visiting Australia as part of National Science Week 2016. Ellen is passionate about increasing science literacy in both student and adult populations, particularly in the areas of molecular and synthetic biology. Her work at Genspace, a community lab in Brooklyn, is dedicated to…
Fossilised records
Sometimes it’s not only the fossils that tell the story, but the records of their collectors as well! Many collections housed at the Queensland Museum hold fascinating historical insights. Particularly when looking at sites that have been collected for long periods of time, by numerous collectors. One such site, on the Western Darling Downs, is…
Small grant recipients in WA
Congratulations to all of the successful applicants for small grants of up to $2000 (with a total of $19,000 being awarded) in Western Australia: Ballajura Public Library: Raspberry Pi in the Futures Lab Bush Heritage Australia: Shark Bay – science is all around us City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Library: Make and Move – Robotics and Coding Collie Family Centre: Animal Rescue Kurongkurl Katitjin:…