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Scientists explain Tasmania’s glowing aurora australis, sea sparkle, glow worm attractions

28 August 2023

From glow worms to sea sparkles and bioluminescent mushrooms, nature shines right across Australia. Due to its climate, geography and biodiversity, Tasmania is a nexus for glowing oddities. The aurora australis and sea sparkles can be captured in…

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Have your say: Diversity in STEM Review

24 August 2023

The Minister for Industry and Science has undertaken a review of diversity in STEM. Led by an independent expert panel, this review will recommend how the Australian Government can support change so that all people…

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Tasmanian group wins prestigious 2023 Australian Museum Eureka Prize

24 August 2023

“That’s What I Call Science”, the Tasmanian science radio program, has been recognised at the 2023 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes, Australia’s most high-profile science awards. This year, the awards recognised 19 individuals and teams across the…

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Nominate for the STEM Excellence Awards 2023

19 August 2023

Applications are now open for the 2023 science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) Excellence Awards, celebrating Tasmanians who have excelled in their field. Now in their eighth year, the awards recognise Tasmanians leading the way…

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Ancient clonal tree, King’s lomatia, excites scientists in Tasmania’s remote south west

30 July 2023

Before the last ice age, deep in the mountains and valleys of south-western Tasmania an unusual little sprout grew from a seed. The plant grew and grew, eventually unfurling deep red flowers, but as the…

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Inspiring Tasmania Community STEM Grants

30 July 2023

Applications are now open for the Inspiring Tasmania Community STEM Grants. The Inspiring Tasmania Connections Program aims to increase awareness, participation and positive association with STEM in groups historically under-represented in STEM through community engagement.…

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National Youth Science Forum 2023

4 July 2023

The NYSF Year 12 Program is a residential summer program that gives students a broader understanding of the diverse study and career options available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The program explores what…

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FameLab Australia 2023 Finalists

3 July 2023

Twelve early career researchers and up-and-coming science communicators have been selected to compete in the FameLab Australia 2023 Final in Perth on 21 September 2023. Representing universities and research institutions across Australia, the researchers work…

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School Grant Recipients in 2023

6 June 2023

Congratulations to the 257 schools who received support for their National Science Week activity this year, including 15 schools in Tasmania. Albuera Street Primary SchoolSchool Solar Oven Challenge Austins Ferry Primary SchoolRabbit Challenge Inquiry Hilliard…

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National Grant Round Recipients for 2023

6 June 2023

Tasmania has been successful with four national grant round winners! Young Tassie Scientists: Sharing Our Research Across Our IslandUniversity of Tasmania A computer scientist tracking space junk, an ecologist tracking tabby cats, a brain researcher…

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Tasmanian researcher among the 20 new Australian Academy of Science Fellows

1 June 2023

Tim Brodribb of UTAS is among 20 researchers recognised for their outstanding contributions to science by being elected Fellows of the Australian Academy of Science.  This is one of the most prestigious honours that can be…

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Scientists unveil mass online mapping tool revealing marine life on ocean floors

1 June 2023

Have you ever thought about what sea creatures roam the ocean floor off Tasmania’s east coast? Or what kind of plants live at the bottom of the Coral Sea? A world-first, continental-scale internet portal led by…

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