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Antarctic krill – their diet, and response to high CO2

Statewide

8 November 2020

Many of us know what animals eat krill, but what do krill eat and what makes them so nutritious? And how is ocean acidification, caused by climate change, affecting these vital creatures?

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Science in the Pub: Indigenous

South

5 November 2020

#SciPubIndigenous – Celebrating indigenous researchers in Tasmania Panellists Prof Greg Lehman – Pro-Vice Chancellor, Aboriginal Leadership, UTAS Jacob Prehn, Lecturer and Indigenous Fellow Academic Development, Social Work, UTas Dr Tanya Schramm , GP and Senior Lecturer, Aboriginal…

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Sphero Robots with Kingborough Robotics

South

5 November 2020

This session is for children aged 8 – 12 years. Children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by parent/guardian. We will have some fun checking out the new Sphero Bolts. Bring your own device…

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Understanding the evolution of Australia’s biodiversity

Statewide

4 November 2020

To celebrate 10 years of sharing Australia’s unique biota, join the Atlas of Living Australia for three talks from leading scientists in evolutionary and taxonomic research. From spiders to orchids to reptiles, come along to…

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Cosmic Relief Live Webinar: Astronomy in Times of Crisis

Statewide

29 October 2020

COSMIC RELIEF Live Webinars with Fred Watson. In an international emergency like the present one, you might expect the science of the stars to be the last thing on people’s minds. The problems facing both…

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Beyond the surf – winds and waves as part of the climate machine

South

29 October 2020

Surfer or not, if you say the word ‘ocean’ most people think of the sight and sound of waves on a beach. But did you know that waves – and the winds that drive them…

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Butterfly Brilliance

North

25 October 2020

A collection of around 12000 butterflies compiled by Trevor Lambkin and Ian Knight over the last 50 years has most generously been donated to QVMAG. Hear from one of the donors, Lepidopterist Trevor Lambkin, about…

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Living in a Changing Climate

Statewide

20 October 2020

Former Greens leader Christine Milne chairs a panel of our experts on the systemic changes required to protect lives and livelihoods. Presenters Distinguished Professor Rob White, Criminology Dr Kate Booth, Human Geography Dr Vishnu Prahalad,…

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Aussie Backyard Bird Count

Statewide

19 October 2020 - 25 October 2020

The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is an activity for all-ages that involves observing and counting the birds that live near you – whether that’s in your garden, the local park, a beach or even your…

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The Future of Electronic Health Records

Statewide

15 October 2020

Three Australian leaders in digital health examine how COVID-19 and other drivers have shifted the trajectory for electronic health records, and what this means for consumers and health professionals. Presenters Dr Terry J. Hannan, Centre…

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Women in Technology

South

14 October 2020

The Women in Technology Program, arranged by IT Services at the University of Tasmania, aims to promote the importance of a diverse workforce. The keynote speakers at this event will be: Dr Mary-Anne Lea, Associate…

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The Leadership film screening + Q&A

South

14 October 2020

Why is it important to increase diversity, inclusion, and equity in STEMM? What can #BlackLivesMatter and #MeToo teach us about amplifying underrepresented voices? How can we make workplaces more equitable? How might diversity in STEMM…

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