Join TwistED Science to celebrate National Science Week online. Supercharge your science brain and be entertained by some of our favourite demonstrations and experiments. No equipment needed – just bring your excitement and curiosity. It’s a live show so we encourage questions and interaction. We will send you a Youtube link 24 hours before the…
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Whats the Difference Between the Arctic and Antarctic? – Podcast Episode
Avid Research is a new Australian STEM(ish) podcast where we answer questions you never quite asked. We will be launching in National Science Week to bring you stories and interviews about STEM in the world. Our second episode will be, partially, answering the question “What is the difference between the Arctic and the Antarctic?” We…
Why Shouldn’t You Explode a Dead Whale? – Podcast Episode
Avid Research is a new Australian STEM(ish) podcast where we answer questions you never quite asked. We will be launching in National Science Week to bring you stories and interviews about STEM in the world. Our first episode will be answering the question “Why shouldn’t you explode a dead whale?” This is a true story…
TAS: Too Many Cooks
Look deeper into the rich cultural knowledge and science behind Tasmanian Aboriginal canoe-making with a focus on naval architecture and cultural use of plants. This exhibition is available to view at any time.
Above and below the seas – where will your naval shipbuilding career take you?
During National Science Week join us to learn about the science and technology behind ships and submarines, and the awesome opportunities available to you to be part of building Australia’s shipbuilding future. Questacon will take us through everything you’ve ever wanted to know – how does a ship float? How does a submarine stay underwater?…
Online Junior Science Workshop
Do you know a budding scientist aged 5-12 years old? Would they like to take part in a FREE*, live online science workshop from the comfort of their home? As part of this year’s virtual Science in Practice event, presenters from The University of Newcastle’s SMART Program will lead junior scientists through a series of…
How do you solve a crime with insects?
Hear from a current Deakin student who breeds and researches flies and learn why these insects are a crucial part of estimating a time since death of an individual. Booking password DEAPNSW. Deakin Engagement and Access Program.
When Maths Meets Art
Learn about the Dutch graphic artist M.C Escher. Mathematically inspired, Escher used architecture, perspective and impossible spaces to motivate his art. Create your own graphic masterpiece with guidance from a current Deakin student. Booking password : DEAPNSW Deakin Engagement and Access Program.
Understanding Water and Filtration
Have you ever wondered how water is naturally filtered in the environment? Hear from a current Deakin student to find out the different ways water is filtered in the environment using a home-made natural water filter using materials you can easily find around your home. Booking Password: DEAPNSW Deakin Engagement and Access Program
Let’s Play Videogames for Science
#BatteryLow is a unique outreach event bringing scientists and videogames straight to you wherever you are. Join us for a livestream broadcast where we bring different scientists, sit them on a couch, and play videogames with them. Why videogames? Well, they’re fun to play and fun to watch. They’re also something a lot of people…