Look deeper into the rich cultural knowledge and science behind Tasmanian Aboriginal canoe-making with a focus on naval architecture and cultural use of plants. This exhibition is available to view at any time.
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Above and below the seas – where will your naval shipbuilding career take you?
During National Science Week join us to learn about the science and technology behind ships and submarines, and the awesome opportunities available to you to be part of building Australia’s shipbuilding future. Questacon will take us through everything you’ve ever wanted to know – how does a ship float? How does a submarine stay underwater?…
Online Junior Science Workshop
Do you know a budding scientist aged 5-12 years old? Would they like to take part in a FREE*, live online science workshop from the comfort of their home? As part of this year’s virtual Science in Practice event, presenters from The University of Newcastle’s SMART Program will lead junior scientists through a series of…
How do you solve a crime with insects?
Hear from a current Deakin student who breeds and researches flies and learn why these insects are a crucial part of estimating a time since death of an individual. Booking password DEAPNSW. Deakin Engagement and Access Program.
When Maths Meets Art
Learn about the Dutch graphic artist M.C Escher. Mathematically inspired, Escher used architecture, perspective and impossible spaces to motivate his art. Create your own graphic masterpiece with guidance from a current Deakin student. Booking password : DEAPNSW Deakin Engagement and Access Program.
Understanding Water and Filtration
Have you ever wondered how water is naturally filtered in the environment? Hear from a current Deakin student to find out the different ways water is filtered in the environment using a home-made natural water filter using materials you can easily find around your home. Booking Password: DEAPNSW Deakin Engagement and Access Program
Let’s Play Videogames for Science
#BatteryLow is a unique outreach event bringing scientists and videogames straight to you wherever you are. Join us for a livestream broadcast where we bring different scientists, sit them on a couch, and play videogames with them. Why videogames? Well, they’re fun to play and fun to watch. They’re also something a lot of people…
The Virtual Scintillating Science Quiz Spectacular
Think you know everything there is to know about science? The Scintillating Science Quiz Spectacular will be a science quiz like no other. Test your knowledge against some of the finest scientific minds at Murdoch University across the four high-school science subjects. This event will be held online to make it accessible to everyone and…
Trust and knowledge: The role of universities in a crisis
In 2020 the world is facing multiple crises: bushfires, COVID-19, climate change, inequality, institutional racism. There is also a crisis of trust. As centres of knowledge creation and transfer, and of robust intellectual debate, universities can and should play a crucial role in any crisis. But what exactly is that role, and how do we…
Dive into science with Museums Victoria
Explore the latest in science, research and discovery from Museums Victoria’s scientists. Watch our science videos and take a deep dive into our in-depth science stories.