Past Events

The 2024 Annual Giblin Lecture, delivered by Professor David Byrne and brought to you in partnership with the Economic Society of Australia, Tasmania Branch, and the University of Tasmania. Are you feeling the financial pressure…

Take your protein pills and put your helmets on – this month’s Beer Aquatic is going to space. Satellites have transformed the way we look at our planet, revolutionising our understanding of climate change, especially…

Explore the secrets of the deep sea, where extraordinary creatures defy logic, microscopic organisms hold the keys to our planet’s past and present, and urgent questions about the future of marine habitats loom large. Journey…

Imagine a place where ideas aren’t just celebrated, they’re amplified. Welcome to TEDxHobart, a dynamic platform that shines a spotlight on Tasmania’s incredible innovation, inspiration, and big ideas. TEDxHobart isn’t just another event – it’s…

Join us at the University of Tasmania Pavilion at Agfest to experience 30+ exciting hands-on activities. Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the University Pavilion, where our action-packed program features over 30 hands-on activities…

At the Society’s Monthly meeting, Duane Hamacher will discuss the complexity and longevity of Palawa star knowledge. Aboriginal Tasmanians have been observing the stars and incorporating this knowledge into oral graditions for well over 12,000…

Science in the Pub is celebrating World Health Day at our next event. We will be presenting new research that is shedding light on important topics in health and medicine which can affect each and…

Discover the transformative power of music and singing from our experts. Learn about the neuroscience behind music-making and its effects on health and the brain. Discover how music can build resilience in young people or…

Tunas and billfishes have been ocean predators for more than 60 million years, since around the mass-extinction of dinosaurs. These incredible survivors have thrived in part due to a range of novel solutions to the…

The East Coast Harvest Odyssey, known as ECHO Festival, has become known for weaving together immersive sensory experiences around the traditions of harvest, old and new. This boutique festival guides guests on a journey of…

In the microscopic world, a silent but significant war is raging against superbugs, or Antimicrobial-Resistant (AMR) bacteria. These tiny troublemakers adapt to resist drugs designed to kill them, making infections harder to treat. The victories…