This article follows the book launch of The First Astronomers: How Indigenous Elders Read the Stars, hosted by the Royal Society of Victoria at Science Gallery Melbourne on 9th March 2022. The event featured N’arweet Dr Carolyn Briggs AM, Professor…
This article follows a lecture on neurodiversity to Queers in Science, The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, and the Royal Society of Victoria as part of the Midsumma Festival on 27th January 2022. Speakers included Liam Leyden, Kate…
As we approach the end of the year, I like to look back on what I have learned. Climate change was at the forefront of everyone’s mind early in 2020 following the 2019-2020 bushfires. But once COVID-19 breached the Australian…
The average global temperature continues to climb The environment changes in very little time Ecosystems are altered, animals lose habitat We have an increasing sense of dread at we watch the thermostat Less rain, more heat, and weather events are…
Victorian libraries provide us with a place to learn, create, and explore. Last year, the Regional Science Champions program sowed seeds of ideas for science outreach activities across the state. Since then, the program has grown, and the effects have…
In the face of climate change, the future of the planet depends on our collective actions. The extent to which sea levels will rise, temperatures will warm, and natural ecosystems will change, depend on what we do as a community.…
How do we fire-proof our forests? How do we protect endangered species? How do we build our collective future? Droughts and bushfires are becoming more common. Around one million native species are on the brink of extinction. As…
National Science Week is approaching, and Victorian libraries are bringing science out of the books on their shelves to life. With interactive workshops, activities, and talks covering all aspects of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), there will be opportunities…
How is climate change affecting your life? How are you adapting to the changing world? In Australia, temperatures and sea levels are rising. Droughts and bushfires are becoming more common. Around one million native species are on the brink of…
Science is for everyone. It is vital in shaping our bright, collective future. Each August, Australia celebrates Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) during National Science Week. Events are run across the country for the community to share in, discover, and engage in the excitement of science.
The Inspiring Victoria program offers a Seed Grant scheme to assist organisations and individuals to hold public events during National Science Week. This year there were 12 successful grant awardees and we are looking forward to seeing these great ideas come to life in August.