This year’s Young Tassie Scientists are University of Tasmania scientists who are keen to share their work through interactive talks and hands-on activities in Tasmanian schools and communities during National Science Week. Some of the Young Tassie Scientists on the Southern road trip are: Angus Olding (He/him), Chemist – Chemistry Chelsea Long (She/Her), Antarctic scientist – Antarctica: Science & Policy …
Topic: Mathematics
Little Learners – Storytime science
Aimed at 3-6-year-olds, Little Learners: Storytime Science is a new hands-on science and literacy program that combines book readings with hands-on STEM activities. Exploring big concepts, our museum facilitators will guide children on an interactive journey. Allowing them to take part in experiments and crafts that relate to the characters or themes in the book. For example,…
National Science Week at Seymour and District Community House
Children have the opportunity to immerse themselves in all that is science. Over three days children will be encouraged to explore different themes of science through interactive play experiences. ‘Our World’, ‘Basics of Math’, and ‘Sensory Play’ will provide opportunities for learning, hypothesizing and begin to understand how science is all around us.
Robotics and Movement
At Mountain District Learning Centre, we will be running an event for 30 young people. These young people will first learn about how solar energy works, how batteries operate, and the ways that a signal can then convert the energy into movement. The young people will then be required to open their robotics kit and…
Micro:Macro – Models of insight and inspiration
Micro:Macro explores the role of models in understanding and exploring our world. Featuring models from science, mathematics, medicine, engineering, art, and architecture. Models shift perceptions and change understanding. Through altering scale, the miniature becomes visible, massive, and understandable. Single cells are expanded thousands of times, insects hundreds, and a whole suburb shrinks to a tabletop. …
What Do Theoretical Physicists Do?
Physics is important because of its intellectual depth and beauty. Understanding physics leads to new technologies that can greatly enhance our lives. But how does physics work and what is it like to be a physicist? Join Professor Susan Coppersmith, Head of the School of Physics at UNSW and Fellow of the Australian Academy of…
What Do Theoretical Physicists Do?
Physics is important because of its intellectual depth and beauty. Understanding physics leads to new technologies that can greatly enhance our lives. But how does physics work and what is it like to be a physicist? Join Professor Susan Coppersmith, Head of the School of Physics at UNSW and Fellow of the Australian Academy of…
The Science Behind Sci-Fi
This National Science Week, the boundaries between science fiction and reality blur. Curious about the feasibility of faster-than-light travel? The mechanics of time machines? Or the realities of artificial intelligence? Join particle physicist, Dr Ben McAllister, to break down the science, separate fact from fiction, and explore how these incredible concepts could actually work!
Family STEM Evening at Harrison School
Harrison School is hosting a free, fun, hands-on STEM evening for the whole family. We’re inviting families to join us in discovering fun with hands-on STEM activities. After a welcome session from Harrison School’s Executive Teacher for Mathematics and Science, families can take part in a variety of activities organised by our talented STEM teachers,…
Model Citizens – How mathematicians are helping the planet
Join us for Model Citizens: How mathematicians are helping the planet in the Science Gallery Theatre or online. Our expert panellists will share how they are using the power of numbers, big data, and new models to help nurture all life on Earth. Panel: Dr Douglas Brumley Professor Jennifer Flegg Associate Professor Guoqi Qian Moderator:…