To celebrate National Science Week, Matthew Flinders Anglican College is hosting its fourth Inspiring Women in Science and Health (I-WiSH) conference for girls from Years 10-12 with a passion for sciences. This year, the Flinders I-WiSH connects 10 world-class Australian researchers with 60 Flinders students and 34 students visiting from Pymble Ladies College in Sydney and St Catherine’s…
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2024 Science Educators Colloquium
2024 Science Educators Colloquium is a wonderful event for Brisbane Teachers and Administrators supported by high school students and UQ students where we listen to amazing guest speakers taking about groundbreaking research in the science space – primarily themed about species sustainability. We have three UQ guest speakers and fifteen Wonders of Science PhD students,…
The Love Lab
Finding love is hard, The Love Lab is here to help. This flirty speed dating event is a scientifically backed way to help you find love. Dr Naomi Koh Belic (she/her) and Shu Ezackial (they/them) will guide you through this matchmaking experiment. Sick of swiping? Come to The Library Bar, where you’ll find smooth jazz…
Women in STEM Lecture Series
For National Science Week, the University of Adelaide is hosting a series of 3 x 20 minutes lectures by women working or studying in STEM. You will have the opportunity to hear from our amazing guest speakers who will share their life journeys and how they are connected with STEM. The lectures will be held…
Super Science Showcase
Selected students from Years 4, 5 and 6 have researched, planned and tested some exciting experiments to showcase to the whole school community for Science Week. Our Super Science Showcase will run for one whole day in the school hall with parent and student time slots throughout the day. There are a range of experiments…
Bay Explorers Urraween Kindy
At Bay Explorers Urraween in Kindy this week we’ll be exploring all things STEAM based to raise awareness of National Science Week and to encourage children to develop a love of learning through science experiences and experiments. We can’t wait to venture to the most amazing places and explore the wonderful things science has provided…
In my Science Era
Having trouble spelling cell organelles? Just SHAKE IT OFF. This activity combines Science and popular culture by using the current trend of creating worded friendship bracelets (from the Taylor Swift ERA’s Tour) of the organelles found in cells. Any and all students are welcome to participate in this activity that reinforces the structure of a…
Cat Poo and Swimming Pools – How to avoid nasty parasite infections
What do cat poo and swimming pools have in common? Both can give you nasty parasitic infections. Find out how to avoid them with the Food Safety Information Council, who are raising awareness of parasitic infections this Science Week. Parasite infections such as Toxoplasma gondii and Cryptosporidiosis are increasing in Australia. One common way people…
A Window on SAHMRI Open Day
Get up close to the stunning architecture and discover the life-changing work we’re doing inside the Cheesegrater. You’ll see, touch and hear about the incredible research SAHMRI is doing to create healthier futures for everyone. Join a free half-hour tour, sit in on any of our engaging information sessions, explore our interactive displays and speak…
The Science of Snot with Mr Snotbottom
Celebrate National Science Week with snotty science from Mr Snotbottom. Mr Snotbottom is a hysterically disgusting kids comedian brimming with all the ooey, gooey yucky things kids love. ‘The Science of Snot’ is the newest, grossest Mr Snotbottom show yet. He certainly knows how to pick them. Mr Snotbottom will blow you away with his…