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Investigating Climate Change: a professional learning opportunity for educators

South

31 July 2014

We will discuss what climate change is and the resulting changes to various earth systems. Explore what this means for us now and into the future. Take away practical activities, facts, resources and curriculum links…

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Ocean control of atmospheric carbon dioxide: PUBLIC FORUM

South

30 July 2014

Presented by Dr. Zanna Chase from the Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies. Dr. Chase will explore some of the biological and physical processes in the ocean that have influenced atmospheric CO2, and therefore climate, over…

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Chasing Mid-Ocean Ridge Eruptions: Deep-Sea Forensics

South

28 July 2014

Presented by visiting fellow Professore Michael Perfit. Professor Michael Perfit is a world-renowned marine geologist and geochemist who studies volcanoes that erupt along sea-floor spreading centers.  He has taken more than 35 dives to depths…

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Mad Hatters Tree Party for NATIONAL TREE DAY

South

27 July 2014

In celebration of National Tree Day, join us for a family sized event full of fun. Find out why our trees are so terrific, make a mad hat that tells your own tall tree story,…

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A Peek into the Intriguing World of Ants

South

23 July 2014

Come out of the winter chill and meet some of Tasmania’s leading wildlife researchers over drinks and nibbles as part of the City of Hobart’s Bush Adventures winter seminar series. Where do ants go in…

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Exploring the Deep Ocean: Magma and Microbes at Ocean Ridges

South

21 July 2014

Presented by visiting fellow Professor Michael Perfit. Professor Michael Perfit is a world-renowned marine geologist and geochemist who studies volcanoes that erupt along sea-floor spreading centers.  He has taken more than 35 dives to depths…

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Power Options For The Future: RST Winter Lecture Series Session Two

South

15 July 2014

Session Two: Solar, Hydro and Shale Gas Energy Futures Chair: tba Solar Power Bruce Godfrey; ATSE Hydro Power & the Tasmanian Power Scene Marian Piekutowski; Hydro Tasmania Shale Gas Vaughan Beck; ATSE Forum: Q&A This Royal Society…

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Kids Love Robots!

South

9 July 2014

Meet a real life engineer and learn how to build a robot. Fun, hands-on experience for kids of all ages. This FREE event is part of the Hobart City Council’s School Holiday Program. Sponsored by…

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The Art of Happiness Part 2: The Science of Flourishing

South

4 July 2014

The Art of Happiness is a series of events exploring the benefits of happiness in our personal, professional and community life. Discover what makes us happy, learn about the Science of Flourishing and investigate how…

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Exercise Hypertension: Physiology and Clinical Consequences

South

1 July 2014

The Royal Society of Tasmania invites you to attend a special lecture by Dr Martin Schultz. Dr Martin Schultz was The Royal Society of Tasmania Doctoral Award winner in 2013. Dr Schultz is currently a…

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The Scientific Basis of Climate Change in a Nutshell

South

23 June 2014

Presented by Dr Scott Power, Senior Principal Research Scientist at the Bureau of Meteorology. Scott will provide a brief overview of: (i) the latest report on the physical science of climate change from the Intergovernmental…

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The Lives and Tribulations of Tasmanian Beetles

South

19 June 2014

Come out of the winter chill and meet some of Tasmania’s leading wildlife researchers over drinks and nibbles as part of the City of Hobart’s bush adventures winter seminar series. With scientists discovering new beetle…

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