COVID-19 has stimulated both major behavioural change during lockdown; and new thoughts, experiments and even dreams as many of our human-created systems have come to a raging halt. As the traffic dims, we have the opportunity to ‘remind ourselves that we are embedded in a more-than-human world — and have some fun along the way…
Topic: Environment and Nature
Meet the Marine Machines of the Great Southern
Explore the technology and gadgets used in the Great Southern to survey our underwater world. Venture behind-the-scenes with UWA, State Government, Southern Ports Albany and marine science professionals to see how they survey ocean conditions, coastal processes, port infrastructure and marine wildlife.
Love outdoors: Endless possibilities in COVID-Lockdown
Feeling stuck in lockdown, join our online session to celebrate National science week and explore ways You can make a 10 minute walk as interesting as discovering an absolute nature secret. We are doing it through citizen science. Many interesting things have stopped but the STEM Catalyst team in stage 4 restrictions continue to amaze…
Parasite Games
Want to learn more about parasites? Why not learn through our augmented reality snap card game. Download and print off the cards provided. Download the augmented reality App on your phone and scan away. See the parasites come to life as you challenge your friends and family to a game of parasite snap. This is…
Virtual couch talk: Community-led One Health programs with Cam
Cam is a veterinarian and PhD candidate at The University of Melbourne. Having Palawa ancestry from southern Tasmania, a focus of his veterinary work has been with remote Aboriginal communities in Arnhem Land. Through this work he’s become increasingly involved in planning, improving and implementing such programs with the involvement of other volunteer vets and…
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…
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.
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