The study of animal cognition is a growing area in the scientific community. Defined as the way animals perceive, take in, store, and act on information from their environment, cognition is vital for animals to be able to make decisions, respond to changes, and plastically alter their behaviour. Join three scientists from the University of…
Topic: Indigenous Knowledge
Sydney Science Festival Family Science Day
Sydney Science Festival returns to Parramatta for children and families to explore how the Festival theme trace applies to the climate, astronomy, health and medicine. Meet local scientists and join a dialogue about the role of science in the world, participate in hands-on activities and enjoy interactive performances throughout the day. Performances Street Science 10.30am,…
100 Climate Conversations: Ricky Archer
ABC weather presenter Nate Byrne and Ricky Archer, Chief Executive of the North Australian Indigenous Land and Sea Management Alliance (NAILSMA), discuss First Nations leadership in the climate crisis. Archer brings his Indigenous knowledge and expertise in sustainability and technology to tackle environmental challenges in Australia’s north. This conversation is recorded live at Powerhouse Ultimo…
Climate Solutions
As part of 100 Climate Conversations, selected guests present their career paths and stories in a targeted 30-minute webinar for schools. Designed to intrigue and inspire, these programs look at the careers and research of those searching for solutions to mitigate the effects of the changing climate. From cooling new housing estates, making clouds to…
Country and Sky
Australian space archaeologist Dr Alice Gorman and Gamilaraay astrophysicist Karlie Noon discuss new frontiers of science. From space junk and preservation to the connection between astronomy and cultural heritage and the future of Australians in space. Together they unravel the festival theme trace through the galactic lens. Karlie Noon is a Gamilaraay astrophysicist and mathematician…
Sydney Observatory Late: Sky Connections
Join a night of stargazing, music and talks, presented under the stars at Sydney Observatory. Measure and record weather data, something which has been taking place at Sydney Observatory since 1858, alongside telescope viewings guided by astronomers looking for stars, constellations and beyond. Gamilaraay astrophysicist Karlie Noon and Powerhouse curator Sarah Reeves join ABC meteorologist…
Indigenous Science Experience at Redfern
What can Aboriginal astronomy tell us about the night sky? How is our native flora used in bush medicine? How do Indigenous Australians make axes from stone? What can we learn about sustainable living from 60 000+ years of Indigenous culture? Find out the answers to these questions and more at the Indigenous Science Experience….
Keynote: Nicole Yamase – Pacific Odyssey
Presenting in Australia for the first time for Sydney Science Festival, acclaimed ocean scientist Dr Nicole Yamase, shares her childhood experiences in Micronesia and her lifelong dedication to ocean conservation. Dr Yamase is a community builder, leading the Madau Project which empowers Micronesian youth to re-connect with the navigational heritage that enabled their ancestors to…
Birdlife WA: Walk @ Lake Joondalup Reserve
An educational and interactive walk about the latest research projects that cover bird cognition and behaviour and the impact of environmental changes in their habitat. Yellagonga Regional Park is a nature reserve dominated by a wetland system including Lake Joondalup. The diversity of habitat within the park caters for a variety of waterbirds, bushbirds and…
Birdlife WA: Talk Bird I.D. @ Wanneroo Library
An educational and interactive talk about the latest research projects that cover bird cognition and behaviour and the impact of environmental changes in their habitat. Brendan from Birdlife Australia will deliver a talk about all things birds. You will be surprised what you will learn about these fascinating creatures. Find out about their names, diet,…