Young Tassie Scientists are early career researchers who are keen to share their work through interactive talks and hands-on activities in Tasmanian schools during National Science Week. The Young Tassie Scientists on this school visit are: Cintia Iha – Algae Explorer (marine scientist) Shasta Henry – Bug Girl! (entomologist ) Dipon Sarkar – Cheesy Microbiologist…
Topic: Agriculture
In Conversation: Q&A with Charles Massy
Join us for this special In Conversation with Charles Massy on his latest edition of Call of the Reed Warbler: A New Agriculture, a New Earth. Presented with principal partner the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, and facilitated by Associate Professor Jennifer McIlwaine, Head of Science at WA Museum, we will sit down with Charles Massy…
Introduction to Aboriginal Plant Use
Adam Shipp is a proud Wiradjuri man whose family is originally from Dubbo in NSW. Adam is passionate about traditional plant use and showcases this passion in his workshops. During the workshop you will learn in-depth information about how Aboriginal people have been using these plants for foods, fibres, and medicines for thousands of years….
Where Lakes Once Had Water
Sonia Leber and David Chesworth: Where Lakes Once Had Water contemplates how the Earth is experienced and understood through different ontologies – ways of being, seeing, sensing, listening and thinking – that reverberate across art, Indigenous thought, science, ancient and modern cultures, the non-human, and in between. In 2018 and 2019 the artists travelled with a…
Science Week at Rainforestation Nature Park
Are you ready for National Science Week? Science Week brings together scientists, educators and citizens to celebrate all things science. Science Week activities at Rainforestation Nature Park will focus on the science of Rainforest plants. Activities will be held on 13, 14, 20 and 21 August. The world heritage protected Wet Tropics Rainforests of Far North…
Celebrating Science @ ESP Display
Visit a display showing the history of the Ecosciences Precinct from construction through to achievements, advancements, and importantly the people who work here. Also what the future holds for the expanding precinct. Location – ground floor foyer.
Ecosciences Show and Tell
This is an excellent opportunity to find out about current projects, new technologies used in the field, and what’s growing in the building. Good for networking. Located in the foyer. No bookings needed.
Celebrating Science Seminar
Our speakers, all senior leaders in science agencies, will reflect on the science that has been undertaken at the Ecoscience Precinct over the past 10+ years – the challenges, changes and achievements. This is an in-person and online event.
Fish Hotel Fetish: a conversation on habitats, communities, invasives, resnagging and more
The SA Carp Frenzy occurs every March at the beautiful Lake Bonney, which formed from the meandering flows of the mighty Murray River many millions of years ago. But what is quietly being achieved throughout the rest of the year to augment the purpose of this award winning competition? Kym Manning, a local fishing guru…
Bulimba State School STEM Expo
Our community STEM Expo is back as part of National Science Week and we invite you to come along for a fun-filled day as we celebrate all things STEM. There will be activities and exhibits for all ages to enjoy and exciting and interactive STEM workshops. The popular Recycled Fashion Parade and Spaghetti Bridge Challenge are returning, as…