Pint of Science Australia brings research out of the lab and into venues around the country.

This volunteer-run festival is all about making science accessible, engaging, and fun, with researchers sharing their work with the public in a relaxed and casual venue. Whether you’re a science lover, curious thinker, or just after a unique night out, this is your chance to catch incredible research and big ideas, served with your favourite beverage and good company.

This National Science Week, join us at King O'Malley's in Canberra Civic for two nights of science talks from local researchers. With three speakers each night covering everything from novel disease detection to marine megafauna and designer fungi, there's something for everyone!

On Tuesday 12 August, join us for "Wildlife Tales: Marine Megafauna, Fairywrens & Conflict Resolution (Animal Style)". Dive into the secret lives of animals, from ocean-roaming giants to heat-beating fairywrens and the drama of group decisions in the wild. Discover how marine megafauna migrate across the globe, how tiny birds cope with the Aussie heat, and what happens when animal leaders try (and fail) to take charge.

On Wednesday 13 August, we'll have "Bioreactors & The Brain: Fungi, Parkinson’s & PTSD". Designing with fungi, early sparks of brain disease and stress that sticks - this night explores the cutting-edge science of health and resilience! Discover how engineered fungi could power the future, how Parkinson’s disease might be diagnosed before it starts, and why brains on the autism spectrum respond differently to trauma.