Welcome to Seafood: Different by Design In this ocean-themed series of Q&A sessions for National Science Week, students will have the opportunity to ask scientists and industry experts about where our seafood comes from? Hosted by science communicator, presenter and model Laura Wells, with expert panel guests. Session 1: Chemistry in the Kitchen Why do…
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RACE-Gippsland: Horticulture careers panel
Learn more about the range of careers available in the horticulture sector. The Horticulture Career Panel will give students an insight into a range of careers in the Gippsland region. From innovative start-ups to large businesses, the wonderful world of horticulture work offers people the chance to pursue interesting and meaningful jobs. The effective application of…
The Science Behind Sound Navigation in Shipbuilding
What do submarines and dolphins have in common? Dolphins locate objects with the help of sound. This naturally occurring scientific phenomenon has been adopted to design an underwater system used by submarines called Sonar – or Sound Navigation and Ranging. Tune into the Naval Shipbuilding College’s (NSC) free webinar with Electrical Engineer Subroto Ghosh to…
Falling Walls Lab Victoria
Falling Walls Lab is coming to Victoria. veski invites you to join us for Falling Walls Lab Victoria, to be live-streamed on Monday, 16 August from 3.00pm AEST. REGISTER NOW to witness how Victoria’s student and early-career researchers convince an esteemed Jury, from academia, business and government, of their innovative idea. Who of our 10…
Zero Carbon World
The age of zero carbon is coming, but the question remains: will it be fast enough to mitigate the worst impacts of the climate crisis? While politics in Australia is still struggling to accept this much needed energy shift, there is cause for hope when we look to our fast-moving industry leaders, researchers and innovators….
Honey- How its made, its benefits and challenges. Online presentation by Shiva Prasad from National Measurement Institute
Shiva Prasad tells the story of Honey, its benefits and challenges in the commercial market. Honey is big business. The National Measurement Institute has played a big role in helping save the Australian and New Zealand high end honey market. See how honey is produced, learn its incredible benefits and understand how an Australian research…
The Future of Food – Emerging protein sources
Professor Michelle Colgrave leads the CSIRO Future Protein team. Hear how she uses proteomics to improve human health, agriculture and food. Learn about the future of proteins and what we might be eating in a few years. Crunchy crickets anyone? How can science help future food security ,disease, allergies and sustainability. Are you a flexitarian??…
Australian Organic Limited Schools Program
An exciting sample of the Australian Organic Schools (AOS) Program is going live for National Science Week. The AOS program is a complimentary program available for free download to all Australian educators via our website. With ACARA and STEM alignment this program is a must in your arsenal of resources. Fully referenced and resourced with…
Quantum Shots at the Bar
Celebrate National Science Week at the Rose Hotel, a renovated, history-rich pub in the centre of Bunbury. The Front Bar of the Rose is hosting the Quantum Road Trip Team as they present ‘Quantum shots at the bar: Quantum technologies and the mysteries of dark matter’. Enjoy your favourite shots or maybe a draught of…
Wharf to Wharf – Fire Recovery and Rocky Shore Investigation
Merimbula has a number of magical marine and coastal environments to explore which are a rich stimulus for learning about the natural environment. Students will examine the fire history of areas burnt on Long Point to see what happens to vegetation after a fire event. A visit to the Merimbula Wharf rockpools will include a…