From climate change and AI to health, energy and inequality, the challenges facing Australia today are not just technical – they are deeply social. For our panel of researchers, creative and effective innovation starts with an understanding of people, systems and society. So why are social sciences still too often treated as an afterthought in…
In this activity, we’ll break down the maths behind image processing, and how maths can “know” things about an image. Image filters use formulas to detect edges and give the outlines of shapes – and so can you. We’ll do a little bit by hand, on paper, doing all the maths (only basic addition and…
How could technology developed to grow cultivated meat help produce the medicines of the future? Join us for an exciting seminar with leading biotechnology entrepreneur and ‘Vow’ founder George Peppou, to find out more about the future of biotechnological innovation in Australia. In this fascinating seminar, George will draw on his extensive experience in the…
Where Discovery Sparks Curiosity! Let’s spark the next generation of inventors, thinkers and problem solvers. Join us for engaging, hands-on STEM workshops across the North Burnett region in Science Week hosted by North Burnett Regional Council Libraries.
Science isn’t just about experiments—it can inspire art too. That’s why the Australian Research Council Centre for Cryo-Electron Microscopy of Membrane Proteins (CCeMMP) is hosting its 3rd annual Bench to Art exhibition. The online exhibition features artwork created by scientists, giving people a chance to see the beauty of the tiny structures they study and…
Rana is a corrosion technologist and president of the Australasian Corrosion Association for the Northern Territory branch and will bring enthusiastic representatives in the corrosion prevention industry to talk with kids about corrosion and how it works. This will be hands on materials science experiments and further information on careers in corrosion prevention.
Science is everywhere – from the fish in the sea, to the camera in your pocket! The Adelaide Optics Chapter is back with its annual Scientific Photography Competition, and we invite the public to participate. With over $1000 in prizes to be won, we would love to see images you capture of science in action. …
Get ready for an exciting adventure where you can discover what your future could look like! The iLAuNCH School Outreach event is a fun and interactive experience designed to help students learn about science, space, technology, and amazing career ideas. At this event, you’ll take part in engaging activities, hands‑on demonstrations, and simple challenges that…
Imagine building cool robots and gadgets that light up and move, all while helping our planet! That’s what’s happening at the Switched On Indigenous Young Inventors event, part of National Science Week! We’re bringing together 90 young people aged 10-12 from northern Adelaide, along with awesome mentors and university students. You’ll get to use special “Inventors Tool Kits” to program…
Get ready for an exciting adventure where you can discover what your future could look like! The iLAuNCH School Outreach event is a fun and interactive experience designed to help students learn about science, space, technology, and amazing career ideas. At this event, you’ll take part in engaging activities, hands‑on demonstrations, and simple challenges that…
