Young Tassie Scientists are early career researchers who are keen to share their work through interactive talks and hands-on activities in Tasmanian schools during National Science Week. The Young Tassie Scientists on this school visit are: Ash Russell – neuroscience and statistics Angus Olding – chemistry Sofia Gabriel– marine biology and ecology Jared Magyar –…
Topic: Environment and Nature
Young Tassie Scientists at Glen Dhu Primary School
Young Tassie Scientists are early career researchers who are keen to share their work through interactive talks and hands-on activities in Tasmanian schools during National Science Week. The Young Tassie Scientists on this school visit are: Anuk Kruawan – Devil Whisperer (immunologist) Lyzette Matthews – Unravelling ALS – Race against Time (neuroscientist) James Brady –…
Science Fair at MacKillop Catholic College
MacKillop Catholic College will be celebrating National Science Week as Science Fair next week (Week 5) from 15 – 19 August. The staff of the College has prepared a number of creative activities and competitions which will run during the lunch break on those days. we are sure that everyone will enjoy and benefit from…
Bragg Your Pattern – Art competition
This is your year to show off your favourite patterns. During National Science Week we’ll be holding an art competition on the theme of pattern. The patterns can repeat infinitely (like the atoms within a crystal) or repeat about a point/line/plane (like the shape of a crystal). There will be two age brackets (10 and…
STEM Stations @ Narromine Library
Celebrate National Science Week at Narromine Library. Drop in after school to explore the library’s Discovery Kits and experiment with fun science activities. 3:00 – 5:00 pm, Monday 15 and Wednesday 17 August. For more information contact Narromine Library on 02 6889 1088. .
In Conversation: What does climate change have to do with human rights?
Should climate change policies incorporate human rights principles? The effects of climate change potentially threaten a broad range of internationally accepted human rights, such as the right to food, shelter, and work. Some of the policies designed to address climate change will likely have a detrimental impact on human rights, particularly of those who are…
The Science of Coral Reef Recovery with Taronga Zoo
Meet Dr Jon Daly, Conservation Biologist, to find out about his critical work in reef recovery and explore the science behind safeguarding coral. From the tropics of the Great Barrier Reef to the sub-zero cryopreservation laboratory at Taronga Zoo, enjoy a deep dive into the technology behind understanding coral, including looking through the microscope at eggs and sperm…
Soil Fundamentals for Gardeners
What is soil? What makes good soil good? Would you like to learn how to build healthy soil for growing delicious and nutritious food? Join Angelo Eliades in this supercharged but simple hands-on workshop to answer these questions and many more to understand your garden soil and take the easy steps to improve it whatever…
What’s the Scoop with Poop at Taronga Zoo?
Join Dr Emma Thompson and Dr Lauren Cole from Taronga Zoo’s University Education team for a look down the microscope at poop and parasites. One important measure of wildlife health is often what is left behind – SCAT. There’s no need to block your nostrils for this virtual deep dive into the fascinating world of…
Looking for Land Snails on an Island with Taronga Zoo
This is more than your garden variety of snails. Dr Monique van Sluys, Wildlife Conservation Officer at Taronga Zoo, explains all things gastropod in this fascinating on demand webinar. Explore the diversity and importance of land snails, from glass snails to those mimicking a bundle of twigs, and learn about why we need snails around…