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The Physics of ITER and Fusion Power

South

27 July 2017

A public lecture by Associate Professor Matthew John Hole, ITER Science Fellow and Chair Australian ITER Forum.   In this talk Matthew will outline fusion-relevant research across Australia, and highlight ANU-led extensions to ideal magnetohydrodynamics (MHD). Ideal…

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Community Forum – Supporting STEM in the Huon Valley

South

26 July 2017

Local capacity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) is pivotal to increasing our valley’s productivity. The focus on STEM subjects is about ensuring Australia’s young adults are equipped with the necessary skills for the…

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Launceston Lecture Series – Sarah Lloyd – Acellullar Slime Moulds – the most remarkable organisms

North

23 July 2017

Slime moulds are ephemeral, unpredictable and intriguing. Discover the secrets of these little known beauties with Sarah Lloyd. During a seven-year study of acellular slime moulds in the forest surrounding her home, Sarah has amassed…

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THE WONDERS OF THE TASMANIAN NIGHT SKY

South

20 July 2017

Stephen Harvey, President Of The Astronomical Society Of Tasmania, presents this Golden Key Seminar Series lecture. An interactive tour of the night sky as seen from Hobart, using planetarium software and the best of NASA and…

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Illustrating Tasmania

South

16 July 2017 - 30 July 2017

Illustrating Tasmania is a series of scientific illustration workshops supported by Inspiring Australia. They will be held on the 16th, 23rd and 30th of July. The workshops will consist of field trips to the Florentine…

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Bush Adventures

South

12 July 2017 - 17 August 2017

Winter is a wonderful time to appreciate Hobart’s temperate environment, and if you’re lucky, see some snow! The youngest Bush Kids will be adventuring from Fern Tree’s rain-forest for Flora the Explorer’s Silver Falls to…

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Science in the Pub- The Future of Neuroscience

South

6 July 2017

Engage the brain while knocking back a brew! With these panelists there will be lots to think about: Lila Landowski, PhD, Postdoctoral fellow, University of Tasmania Emma Eaton, PhD, Postdoctoral fellow, University of Tasmania Brad…

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The Future of the World's Oceans

South

5 July 2017 - 2 August 2017

The Royal Society of Tasmania Winter Series 2017 is here! Over three fascinating Wednesday nights discover the future of the word’s oceans. Sessions open to all who are interested! Session 1: Wed 5 July 7.30…

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Reimagining Antarctic Gateway Cities

South

5 July 2017

Hobart, Christchurch, Ushuaia, Punta Arenas and Cape Town may seem geographically remote from one another, but all five are linked because of their status as Antarctic Gateway Cities. What does this identity mean? How has…

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What is it like to be a woman in STEMM? Gender bias, sexual harassment, and the myth of meritocracy.

South

4 July 2017

Dr Meredith Nash, Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Tasmania, researches the depth and enduring character of gender-based inequalities of positions and power. Join Dr Nash as she discusses Gender bias, sexual harassment,…

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IQ Lecture Series- Spiders: the fascinating micro world of Tasmania

North

29 June 2017

John Douglas, QVMAG Honorary Research Associate, has had a lifelong interest in the wildlife of Australia. Macro photography of spiders sparked his interest in naming and taxonomy. He now works in QVMAG’s collection of spiders.…

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Clandestine drug manufacture in Australia, history, chemistry, and characterizing human health risk

South

29 June 2017

The Royal Australian Chemical Institute and the University of Tasmania are hosting a seminar entitled “Clandestine drug manufacture in Australia, history, chemistry, and characterizing human health risk”. Presenter: Paul Newell is a former forensic chemist…

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