Butterfly Conservation SA is pleased to run an online event for National Science Week focussing on the Nymphalidae, with emphasis on the Satyrinae (Browns) butterflies. The lecture will be given by Professor Mike Kearney, University of Melbourne. The talk is called ‘The response to climate of the Common Brown (Heteronympha merope)’. Butterfly Conservation SA is the…
Topic: Environment and Nature
Young Tassie Scientists: One day School – Gifted and Talented Program
The Young Tassie Scientists bring their passion for science into school classrooms and to science fairs and festivals across Tasmania in celebration of National Science Week. These early-career researchers and PhD candidates volunteer their time to undertake training in science communication, developing interactive presentations suitable for audiences of all ages and backgrounds. The 2021 team…
Meet the Scientist
Have you got a burning question to ask one of our scientists? Mingle with them in the Museum’s galleries. Share some QI moments and draw upon their expertise and passion and be inspired to follow in their footsteps.
In Conversation -Tipping Point. Feeding a Warming Planet
Explore the impact of global climate change on the way that we source, produce, create, share and consume food. For this In Conversation we are joined by horticulturalist Sabrina Hahn; Nyoongar traditional landowner and business executive, Gerard Matera; founding member of AgZero 2030, Cindy Stevens; and Western Australian Food Innovation Precinct General Manager, Dr Christopher…
Food for Thought
The world’s population continues to grow, which provides us all with a dire problem to solve – how does everyone, and everything, get to have enough to eat? Luckily, we humans are pretty smart, and the wise application of science, technology, engineering and mathematics can provide us with the answer. Join this fascinating free gallery…
Australia’s Next Volcanic Eruption with Volcanologist Heather Handley
Australia’s fiery volcanic past has left behind an expanse of volcanoes stretching over 4000 km down its eastern margin, but just how prepared is Australia for a future eruption? And what is the public’s perception of volcanic risk and preparedness? Join Heather Handley, a volcanologist that has worked on some of the most active volcanoes…
21st Annual Elizabeth College Science Week
This will be Elizabeth College’s 21st National Science Week program engaging the local public, high school and primary school students. Primary school workshops engage students through exciting and interesting practical experiences. Students come to the college and participate in experiments in science and technology, with college students to guide them. The second annual Year 9…
Zoodle in the Pub
*STOP PRESS* Send us your own video clips of Australian wildlife and Chris and Eddie will give you their view on the night! Email your link. After a sell-out performance at the Adelaide Fringe, Zoodle in the pub returns with another show that is about having fun while finding out more about our wildlife. Every…
Young Tassie Scientists: St Helens District High School
The Young Tassie Scientists bring their passion for science into school classrooms and to science fairs and festivals across Tasmania in celebration of National Science Week. These early-career researchers and PhD candidates volunteer their time to undertake training in science communication, developing interactive presentations suitable for audiences of all ages and backgrounds. The 2021 team…
Young Tassie Scientists: Zeehan Primary School
The Young Tassie Scientists bring their passion for science into school classrooms and to science fairs and festivals across Tasmania in celebration of National Science Week. These early-career researchers and PhD candidates volunteer their time to undertake training in science communication, developing interactive presentations suitable for audiences of all ages and backgrounds. The 2021 team…