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11–19 Aug 2018
www.scienceweek.net.au
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Message from the Minister
Welcome to South Australia’s National Science
Week 2018.
The aim of National Science Week is to ignite
our community’s passion for science and
especially to inspire people of all ages to
explore the fascinating world of science and
technology, and to consider future career
pathways in STEM areas.
This year’s schools theme, Game Changers
and Change Makers, acknowledges that the
most influential developments in science and
technology come about as the result of human
ingenuity.
Whether working independently or as part of
a team, any person who dedicates themselves
to the pursuit of discovery has the potential
to make a breakthrough that will change the
world.
Knowledge, skills and qualifications in STEM
disciplines are becoming increasingly important
in a rapidly evolving world. Ensuring that South
Australia’s young people are inspired to explore
future careers in science and technology
is crucial to our state’s economic success.
Equally, providing diverse opportunities to
South Australians to learn more about and be
involved in science will lead to better-informed
decision-making and richer lives.
The Marshall Liberal South Australian
Government recognises that a STEM skilled
population and a re-energised focus on
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innovation is essential for future, sustainable
growth. We are creating an environment that
enables our brightest minds to flourish across
all scientific disciplines, including: space,
defence, health, ICT, energy, agriculture and
mining.
South Australia is home to world-leading
scientific minds, who are devising game-
changing innovations every day. National
Science Week showcases their immense
contributions to our everyday lives.
There are hundreds of activities on offer across
metropolitan and regional locations; so don’t
miss the opportunity to jump in, experience
something new and exciting, and be inspired to
become a change-maker yourself.
Hon David Pisoni MP
Minister for Industry and Skills
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The SA National Science Week Coordinating
Committee extends thanks and appreciation
to the many sponsors and supporters who have
contributed to the 2018 National Science Week
events and celebrations in South Australia.
Key to Event Listings
Archaeology & Antiquity
Environment & Nature
Health & Medical
Innovation & Technology
Space & Astronomy
Free event
$ Entry fee
Family-friendly
Adults
Big Science Adelaide event (see p39)
Image Credits
All images used are in the public domain, used with permission, used under a
Creative Commons license, or supplied by event hosts.
Cover: Dhruv Weaver on Unsplash • Page Background: David Jorre on Unsplash
p10 3D printer: Ines Álvarez Fdez on Unsplash • p11 VR: Samuel Zeller on
Unsplash • p14 blue banded bee: CC Chiswick Chap, Wikimedia • p15 laser: CC
Jacopo Werther, Wikimedia • p18 echidna: Emmanuel Higgins on Unsplash
• p19 Antarctica: Teodor Bjerrang on Unsplash • p25 shellfish: CC pinay06,
Wikimedia • p34 mammoth: Justyn Warner on Unsplash • p35 nanotechnology:
Kristian Mølhave, Wikimedia • p41 reading: Ben White on Unsplash • p42 skull:
Jesse Orrico on Unsplash • p48 skull: NEONbrand on unsplash • p52 gamma ray
burst: NASA • p53 evolution: Appalanaidu Pappala, Wikimedia • p59 stick-nest
rat: CC XiscoNL, Wikimedia • p60 dolphins: Vanessa Hunter • p61 soil rotifera:
Juan Carlos Fonseca Mata, Wikimedia • p62 sea lions: Didier B, Wikimedia • p65
diprotodon: Dmitry Bogdanov, Wikimedia
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SCINEMA International
Science Film Festival
When: Throughout August
Where: Online and various locations in South
Australia
Screening registration: (08) 7120 8600
Booking & info: scinema.australiascience.tv/
community-program/
It’s back! SCINEMA International Science Film
Festival for 2018 will showcase not only the
best, but also the diversity of science films from
across the globe. From drama to documentaries,
animations to epic natural history, at Australia’s
Science Channel we’re passionate about the
power of the moving image to tell stories about
the world, how it works and our place in it. The
Community Screening program will run during
August when anyone can register to host their
own film showing.
Supported by a National Science Week grant
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The following—in chronological order—
are events being held throughout August
and beyond in metropolitan areas.
Events outside the metropolitan area are
listed—again, in chronological order—
after the metro events.
2018 South Australian Young Tall
Poppy Awards
When: Mon 30 July, 6pm
Where: Reading Room, Barr Smith Library,
University of Adelaide
Cost: Invitation only
More Info: www.aips.net.au
The prestigious annual Young Tall Poppy Science
Awards aim to recognise and celebrate the
achievements of South Australia’s outstanding
young scientific researchers and communicators.
His Excellency Hieu Van Le AC, Governor of South
Australia, will present the awards for outstanding
research and academic achievement, as well as
excellence in communication and community
engagement to promote an understanding of
science.
It’s Not Aliens!
When: Wed 1 Aug, 8pm
Where: Kerr Grant Lecture Theatre, 2nd Floor,
Physics Building, University of Adelaide
More Info: www.assa.org.au
Presented by the Astronomical Society of SA, Prof
Matthew Colless, Director of the Research School
of Astronomy and Astrophysics at ANU, will speak
about strange astronomical observations that are
most likely natural physical phenomena. He explains
why ‘aliens’ is almost never the correct explanation,
but why it is still very interesting to search for extra-
terrestrial life. Meeting is preceded by an astronomy
education talk on Variable Stars at 7pm.
6Privacy and the Science
of Cryptography
When: Thurs 2 Aug, 6.30–8pm
Where: MOD., University of SA, North Tce,
Adelaide
More Info: bradcammo@hotmail.com
What is cryptography and how does encryption
work? How do these technologies affect our
privacy? We’re joined by Emeritus Professor Jennifer
Seberry (University of Wollongong), otherwise
known as the Mother of Cryptology in Australia, to
give an overview of the science behind cryptology
and encryption. Dr Roger Clarke will then address
issues of privacy in the digital age. Roger is an
expert in cyberspace law, has spent many years on
the Board of the Australian Privacy Foundation,
and is Company Secretary of the Internet Society of
Australia. Includes Q & A session.
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide grant
A Scientific Detective Story
When: Thurs 2 Aug, 7.45pm
Where: Mawson Lecture Theatre, Department
of Geology, University of Adelaide
More Info: www.fieldgeologyclubsa.org.au
The Field Geology Club of South Australia presents
Frances Williams (University of Adelaide). Topic:
From matching coastlines to plate tectonics—a
scientific detective story.
The meeting is preceded by a rock and mineral
workshop at 6.45pm.
Upcoming speakers:
• Thurs 6 Sept: Reconstructing the behaviour,
diet & life of Neanderthals using ancient
DNA - Dr Laura Weyrich
• Thurs 4 Oct: Remote sensing: observing the
Earth from space - Prof Megan Lewis
7Launch of Science Alive! - Weird
Animals, Sex and the Future of Men
When: Thurs 2 Aug, 5–7pm
Where: Goyder Mezzanine, Adelaide
Showground, Goodwood Road, Wayville
Bookings: launchofsciencealive2018.eventbrite.
com.au
More Info: Brian Haddy, 0413 156 172,
bhaddy@ozemail.com.au
Science Alive! will be launched at this networking
function with keynote speaker Prof Jenny Graves,
winner of the Prime Minister’s Prize for Science in
2017. Prof Graves is an evolutionary geneticist who
works on Australian animals, using their distant
relationship to humans to discover how genes,
chromosomes and regulatory systems evolved.
She uses this unique perspective to explore the
origin, function and fate of human sex genes
and chromosomes, (in)famously predicting the
disappearance of the Y chromosome. Everyone is
welcome to attend this evening, with drinks and
nibbles provided thanks to sponsorship by the
Adelaide Showground.
8Science Alive! Careers Day
When: Fri 3 Aug, 9am–3pm
Where: Goyder and Jubilee Pavilions, Adelaide
Showground, Goodwood Road, Wayville
Bookings: www.sciencealive2018careersday.
eventbrite.com.au
More Info: Brian Haddy, 0413 156 172,
bhaddy@ozemail.com.au
For Year 7 to 12 students and their teachers only.
The event aims to showcase an exciting and diverse
range of science study and career options with over
70 science-related organisations offering hands-on
activities, science shows and demonstrations. Not
open to the general public.
Science Alive! 2018
When: Sat 4 Aug & Sun 5 Aug, 9am–5pm
Where: Goyder and Jubilee Pavilions, Adelaide
Showground, Goodwood Road, Wayville
Cost: Under 18 free. Online: Adults $18, Conc $14.
Tickets at door: Adult $20, Conc $15
More Info & Tickets: sciencealive2018.eventbrite.
com.au
Science Alive! has become the largest science expo in
Australia, with over 70 science-related organisations
offering a huge range of engaging hands-on fun for
the whole family, as well as amazing science shows,
native animals, Daleks and even a massive walk
through brain. Highlights this year will include the
spectacular Scientific Bubble Show, an ‘explosive’
SciWorld Science Show and the ever popular
Curiosity Show Revisited with Rob & Deane.
9National Science Week at Adelaide
City Libraries
Where: Adelaide City Library, Level 3,
Rundle Place Building, Rundle Mall, Adelaide
& Hutt Street Library, 235 Hutt St, Adelaide
More Info & Bookings: www.cityofadelaide.
com.au/libraries or library@cityofadelaide.com.
au or see individual booking links for each event
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
Innovator in Residence: Create a Virtual World
When: Fri 3 Aug–Fri 7 Sept
Bookings: bit.ly/2ySoHZN
Combine Art and Virtual Reality to create
something amazing! Join us to learn how to use
Masterpiece VR and Tinkercad to paint 3D objects
in space. Help us to develop a community created
virtual environment that you can walk through!
Book now. Ages 12+
3D Printing
Drop-in Sessions: Each Sunday in Aug, 3–4.30pm
Maker Sessions: Each Sunday in Aug, 1–2.30pm;
and each Monday and Tuesday in Aug, 10.30am–
12pm
Bookings: bit.ly/2yOz6pC (Essential for Maker
Sessions)
Are you missing essential pieces from your game
sets or are interested in designing your own? Did
you know that you can create customised cookie
cutters using 3D printers? Come in and learn how to
get started in 3D printing.
10Virtual Reality: Get Interactive
When: Each Monday in Aug, 12.45pm & 1.30pm
Bookings essential: bit.ly/2KCmALi
Discover the latest Virtual Reality advancements
and the wonderful applications of this new
technology. In the Innovation Lab there’s a range of
headsets and Virtual Reality adventures to explore.
Talking with Robots with the University of
South Australia
When: Fri 17 Aug, 6–7pm
Bookings: bit.ly/2lzJtUA
With devices like Google Home telling the time,
reporting the news and sharing bad jokes, how far
away are we from not knowing if we are speaking
to a person or a machine? Join Dr Wolfgang Mayer
(UniSA) as he talks about language, artificial
intelligence and talking to robots.
Drawing Bridges with 3D Pens
When: Sat 11 Aug, 3–4.30pm at City Library
& Sat 25 Aug, 10.30am–12pm at Hutt St Library
Bookings: bit.ly/2lTwo95
Would you like to learn how to use our 3Doodler
pens to draw bridges right into the air? Join us for
this fun beginners’ workshop and put your art skills
to the test!
Discover Robotics
When: Each Tues in Aug, 12.30–1.30pm,
and each Sat in Aug, 2.15–3.15pm
Bookings essential: bit.ly/2KpaxRv
Have you ever danced with a robot? Or maybe you
would like to watch a robot solve a Rubiks cube? In
the Innovation Lab, discover what robots can do
and learn how to program them. Ages 7+
11STEMSEL Inventors Club: Hands On
STEM Projects
When: Sat 4 Aug, Sat 11 Aug, Sat 18 Aug & Sat 25
Aug, 2:45–4:30pm
Where: eLabtronics, 51 Byron Place, Adelaide
Cost: $20 per session; computer and inventor’s kit
on loan for projects
More Info: stemsel.com/workshops.php or
miro@stemsel.com, 08 8231 5966 or 0425868353
Students learn to program WiFi microchips to
control anything anywhere in the world. There will
be a different project each week. From 8yrs old and
up, students use STEMSEL microchip technology to
learn the basics of electronics and micro-controllers
through hands on projects. Students are presented
with a problem to solve and will then build a
working model and program the microchip to reach
the solution.
Adelaide Planetarium
When: Sat 4 Aug, Sat 18 Aug & Sat 25 Aug, 1pm
Where: Adelaide Planetarium, UniSA, Mawson
Lakes, Campus Building P
Cost: $10 adults, $8 child/student/concession.
More Info & Bookings: adelaide.planetarium@
unisa.edu.au or 08 8302 3138
On the 1st, 3rd & 4th Saturdays of each month,
the Adelaide Planetarium presents Night Sky
presentations and spectacular full-dome movies.
• 4 Aug: 1pm - Wildest Weather in the Solar
System: After this whirlwind adventure, you’ll
be glad you live on Earth! Ages 8+
• 18 Aug: 1pm – Tycho to the Moon: Tycho the
dog doesn’t just howl at the Moon - he goes
there! Ages 4-8
• 25 Aug:1pm - Cosmic Collisions: Witness
explosive encounters that ended the Age of the
Dinosaurs and gave birth to new stars. Ages
10+
12Ediacara
When: Tues 7 Aug, 6.30–8.30pm
Where: Clarence Park Community Centre,
72-74 East Ave, Black Forest
Cost: Donation (min. $2)
More Info: www.butterflyconservationsa.net.au
Dr Jim Gehling will discuss his research into the
oldest known animal fossils, the South Australian
Ediacara and Emu Bay Biota. This includes the
spectacular rocks and fossils of the Flinders
Ranges and Kangaroo Island and extends to
working on fossil-bearing strata of the same age
in Canada, USA, UK, China and Namibia. This is
part of the annual public talks program of Butterfly
Conservation SA. Upcoming speakers:
• 4 Sept: How the Afghan cameleers shaped
our state (Pamela Rajkowski)
• 2 Oct: The importance of symbiotic
relationships between flowers, insects and
microbes for pollination and development
(Dr Miguel de Barros Lopez)
• 6 Nov: Creating a butterfly garden (Roz
Daniell)
Dr Jim Gehling
13Museum of Classical Archaeology
When: Tues 7 Aug, 11am–3pm
Where: Basement of Mitchell Building,
University of Adelaide, North Tce, Adelaide
More Info: arts.adelaide.edu.au/classics/museum
or 8313 4249
This Museum has the largest collection of artefacts
from ancient Greece and Rome on display in SA.
Includes glass, pottery and metalwork, as well as
a collection of Egyptian material. The Museum
is open to the public on the first Tuesday of each
month. School or group bookings can be made at
other times.
Rise of the Machines: Modern
Challenges of Digital Evidence
When: Wed 8 Aug, 7–8.30pm
Where: Flinders in the City, 182 Victoria Sq, Adelaide
More Info: anzfss.sasec@outlook.com
Bookings: members.anzfss.org/booking.php?id=83
The rapid and continuing growth in the number and
complexity of digital devices in our society presents
a different range of challenges to crime scene
investigations. Real case scenarios will demonstrate
the power of digital evidence. Presented by the
Australian & New Zealand Forensic Science Society.
Native Bee Diversity
When: Wed 8 Aug, 7.45pm
Where: Royal Society Room, SA Museum,
North Tce, Adelaide
More Info: www.fnssa.org.au
The Field Naturalists
Society of SA is SA’s first
conservation group and
aims to promote the
study of natural history
and environmental
conservation. The August
guest speaker is Dr Mark
Stevens from the South
Australian Museum.
14STEM Inventors for Social Good 2018
When: Thurs 9 Aug, 9am–2:30pm
Where: East Marden Primary School, 43 James St,
Campbelltown & displays at Royal Adelaide Show
More Info: stemsel.com/workshops.php or
miro@stemsel.com, 08 8231 5966 or 0425868353
Mentors will work with youth from disadvantaged
communities to design and build projects and
models which relate to sustainability. Group models
will be displayed and judged at the Royal Adelaide
Show STEMSEL Inventors Competition. See video of
a project at youtu.be/C05bkcdFotU
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
Igniting Stars with Super Intense Lasers
When: Thurs 9 Aug, 6.30pm
Where: Napier G04 Lecture Theatre, Napier
Building, University of Adelaide, North Tce, Adelaide
More Info: aip_branchsecretary_sa@aip.org.au
When we press FIRE on the most powerful laser
in the world, we deliver a packet of light that is a
thousand billion billion times more intense than
the sunlight you feel while out on Bondi Beach in
peak summer. That’s super intense! We can use
this extreme power to recreate the conditions at
the centre of the Sun and in the process release
vast amounts of energy in a clean and safe way.
Harnessing this power for electricity generation
is an inspiring story. It combines pure and applied
physics and requires engineering to handle the most
extreme conditions in our solar system. Presented
by the Women in Physics Lecturer for 2018, Dr Ceri
Brenner of the Central Laser Facility, UK.
15South Australian Science Excellence
Awards Gala Dinner
When: Fri 10 Aug, 7pm
Where: Adelaide Convention Centre, North Tce,
Adelaide
Cost: $120/ticket. Bookings essential
More Info: industryandskills.sa.gov.au/science/
sa-science-excellence-awards/gala-dinner
The Science Excellence Awards is the premier
event in South Australia’s Science and Research
calendar where the finalists and winners of the
Awards, including the Tall Poppy of the Year, are
announced and celebrated. The Awards showcase
the critical importance of science and research to
the development of industry and our society. Guest
Speaker is leading astrophysicist Prof Alan Duffy. The
event will also include the launch of National Science
Week in South Australia and the presentation of the
Unsung Hero of South Australian Science and Science
Communication Awards.
Prof Alan Duffy
16University Open Days
Flinders University
When: Fri 10 Aug and Sat 11 Aug
Where: Flinders University, Bedford Park
More Info: www.openday.com.au/event/flinders/
The University of Adelaide
When: Sun 12 Aug
Where: North Tce, Adelaide
More Info: www.adelaide.edu.au/openday/
University of South Australia
When: Sun 12 Aug
Where: City West and City East Campuses, North
Tce, Adelaide
More Info: www.unisa.edu.au/openday
An opportunity to visit University Campuses and
talk to lecturers and students. With presentations
throughout the day and information booths,
find all the information you need to know about
courses, careers, pathways and university life.
Science Centre Open Day 2018
When: Sat 11 Aug, 50-minute sessions at 11am,
Noon, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm
Where: South Australian Museum Science Centre
(follow the signs from the main Museum building)
Bookings: Essential, at www.samuseum.sa.gov.au
(Bookings open 11 July)
Come behind the scenes at the South Australian
Museum. Meet our scientists, explore the Science
Centre and get a rare look at our collections!
The South Australian Museum’s Science Centre is
a hub of scientific research which is rarely on view
to the public. Attendees will see the Museum’s
collections and research facilities up close, and
talk to the scientists who use and care for the
collections. Please note: these tours are developed
for adult audiences and are not suitable for children
under 12.
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide grant
17Science in Action: From how to bounce
raw eggs to extracting human DNA
When: Sat 11 Aug, 1-hour sessions at 10am & 2pm
Where: Santos Centre, Adelaide Zoo, Frome Rd,
Adelaide
Cost: $10 per participant
More Info: enquiries@fswlm.com.au
Presented by Forensic Science and Wildlife Matters,
the presentations will demonstrate how science
is used in forensic cases to solve crimes; the
science behind static electricity and why it can
be dangerous; how you can bounce a raw egg
without breaking it; extracting DNA and more cool
demonstrations that showcase how science shapes
our lives. The event will be hands-on and encourage
audience participation. Aimed at 7-14 year olds.
EchidnaCSI: Adelaide
When: Sat 11 Aug, 10am–3pm & Sun 12 Aug,
9am–5pm
Where: Sat: SA Museum,
Sun: University of Adelaide Open Day
More Info: grutzerlab.weebly.com.au/echidnacsi.html
Bookings: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/echidnacsi-
national-science-week-events-tickets-47579195655
EchidnaCSI asks the public to submit echidna
sightings using a free app. Join Professor Frank
Grutzner, Dr Peggy Rismiller and Tahlia Perry to
learn all about echidnas and how you can help with
research and conservation.
Also at Barossa Bushgardens on Thurs 9 Aug, 5.30–
7.30pm (see p58)
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
18Science-Art at the Extremes
of Australia’s Oceans
When: Sat 11 Aug–Tues 11 Sept, 9am–5pm
Where: Golden Grove Arts Centre,
cr The Golden Way & Tenison Place, Golden Grove
More Info: 08 8397 7429 or www.teatreegully.
sa.gov.au/Events
Come along to see this amazing display of scientific
creativity from an expedition to the Antarctic
Islands and the Southern Ocean. See Australia’s
only active volcano and the extremes of Australian
territorial oceans. It is an exemplar of being
creative while conducting scientific research in
extreme environments and locations, as well as
communicating scientific expeditions creatively.
Celebrating a collaboration between Charles
Tambiah (artist) and Richard Arculus (scientist)
from the Australian National University.
19Resibot
When: Sat 11 Aug–Sun 19 Aug, 9.30am–5pm
Where: Greenacres Library, 2 Fosters Rd, Greenacres
More Info: www.cityofpae.sa.gov.au/page.
aspx?u=2234 or sue.vanderveer@cityofpae.sa.gov.au
Greenacres Library will be hosting a resident
STEAM expert who will build a robot from recycled
materials. Community members and local schools
are invited to join this project which will offer the
opportunity to develop their understanding of the
world of robotics, coding and electronics. All 4 City
of Port Adelaide Enfield Libraries will host a Science
Week display.
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
Monarto Woodland Birds
When: Sat 11 Aug & Sun 12 Aug (General Public),
Mon 13 Aug–Fri 17 Aug (Schools); Sessions: 2-3
hours in morning or afternoon
Where: Frahns Farm, Frahns Farm Rd, Monarto
More Info: bior.org.au
Bookings: Essential, at info@bior.org.au
Due to lack of suitable habitat, woodland birds are
declining across southern Australia. In the Monarto
region, 35-year old woodland plantings now
support many of these declining birds (honeyeaters,
robins, flycatchers, treecreepers, finches etc). The
community group, BioR, is working with scientists
from the University of Adelaide to trap, band
and release these birds so that their population
structure, survival and movements can be
documented. The public and school groups will have
the opportunity to see how the birds are caught, to
hold them and release them.
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
20Fossils, Gems and Logic Games
at Refreshing Memories
When: Sat 11 Aug–Sun 19 Aug, 11am–5pm (Sat,
Sun) & 9am–5pm (Mon–Fri)
Where: Refreshing Memories Educational Toys,
438a Main North Rd, Blair Athol
More Info: Mark OMalley, mark@inprotrans.com,
www.refreshingmemories.com.au, or 08 7225 8516
Real Fossil Dig: Be a junior palaeontologist and dig
a real fossil out of a matrix. Take it home for your
own collection. It’s totally free! Get to see and hold
a lot of real fossils from dino poo through to a full
mammoth tooth.
Gemstone Dig: Be a junior geologist and dig a
real semi-precious gemstone out of a matrix. After
identifying it, take it home for your own collection
(again, it’s free), along with an identification sheet.
Come and look at all of the wonderful rocks and
minerals we have that you can hold and investigate.
STEM Skill Logic Games: Try your hand at some of
the best STEM skill teaching games around. Select
from our large range of Thinkfun games and spend
some time challenging yourself in logic, special
awareness and programming sequencing logic.
21Science Week at the State Library
When: Sun 12 Aug—Sun 19 Aug, various days and
times
Where: State Library of South Australia, North
Tce, Adelaide
More Info: Steve Burrows, 08 8207 7626
Bookings: slsamarketing@sa.gov.au or as listed
in the individual events below
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide grant and a
National Science Week grant
Family Science Day
When: Sun 12 Aug, 11am–3pm
Something for all ages, from talks on Citizen
Science and Space to Moon Rocks and Tintin, fun
expeditions trails with our Explorer in Residence,
storytime and activity tables.
Science Lounge
When: Mon 13 Aug–Fri 17 Aug, 9.30–10.30am &
12.30–1.30pm
Meet young Faces of Science and hear about their
projects and research. Enjoy small group discussions
and informal chats.
I’m an Activist
When: Mon 13 Aug, Wed 15 Aug & Fri 17 Aug, 2–3pm
Centre of Democracy at the State Library. A
fascinating exploratory look at the story of
democracy in South Australia. Best suited for an
adult audience.
Collected Science
When: Tues 14 Aug, 1–4pm
Bookings: required at www.eventbrite.com.
au/e/collected-science-tickets-47499946619
Discover the science of conservation on a rare
behind-the-scenes at Artlab and then join our
Explorer in Residence, Collection historian and
special guest Dr Jeanette Dixon as they take you on
a journey through time, sharing collection stories of
science, innovation and technology. Suitable for an
adult audience.
22Twilight Science
When: Tues 14 Aug, 5–7pm
Bookings: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/twilight-
science-tickets-47500054943
A fun-filled evening of science washed down with
a glass of wine! Our panel will discuss science from
different perspectives: weather, space, archival
material, wine - even a Moon Rock. Suitable for 18+
audience
Collected Science
When: Thurs 16 Aug, 2–4pm
Bookings: required at www.eventbrite.com.
au/e/collected-science-tickets-47500045916
Join our Explorer in Residence and Collection
historian as they take you on a journey of discovery
through State Library Collection stories - perhaps
even a visit to the archives. Suitable for an adult
audience.
IGNITION: Moon Rocks, Space Debris and
Scientific Frontiers
When: Thurs 16 Aug, 6–7pm
Special guest Dr Jeanette Dixon AM will take us
on an intriguing journey into space. Get up close
to NASA’s amazing Moon rocks! If you’re 14/16-18
years old, this informal conversational-style event is
just perfect, but suitable for all ages.
Bookings are requested: visit the State Library
website.
SCINEMA
When: Fri 17 Aug–Sun 19 Aug, 12–4pm
Pull up a chair and enjoy some extraordinary stories
of science from amateur and professional film
makers from around the world. A continual loop
allows you to just relax in a chair and stay as long as
you wish. On Sunday there will be special readings
at 2pm and 3pm from “War of the Worlds” and
“Aliens” respectively. Best suited for age 12+
23Starship Mawson
When: Sun 12 Aug, various times
Where: State Library of South Australia, North
Tce, Adelaide
More Info: See www.slsa.sa.gov.au for full
program
As part of the State Library’s Family Science Day,
Starship Mawson will conduct two presentations.
The World of Tintin (45 mins): Since 1929, Tintin’s
adventures have marvelled the generations of read-
ers around the world. Stuart A Blair will conduct
a fun investigation into the global phenomena of
pop culture’s original superhero/investigative re-
porter, and his creator’s style of art and story con-
tent and a look at some of the scientific inventions
that were created by Professor Calculus that have
come to life!
Learn a made-up language! (45 mins): Have you
always wanted to learn a language that you may
have heard on a TV show or Film?
Starship Mawson—Adelaide’s Pop Culture Meet-up
Group—will introduce you to the language family
known as Constructed Languages. Suitable for chil-
dren and adults, the workshop will be fun, infor-
mative and interactive, presenting an overview of a
selection of languages that have been created for
the entertainment industry. It will include a look at
the technology and methods being used to learn a
constructed language.
24Beach Discovery Trail
When: Sun 12 Aug, 10am–12.30pm
Where: Taperoo Beach, cr Lady Gowrie Dr &
Moldavia Walk, Taperoo
More Info: estuary.org.au
Winter storms bring masses of diverse shellfish to
Taperoo Beach. Attend this open event to check
out the variety of shellfish, with members of the
Malacological Society SA on hand to assist with
identification. There will be a tent, off the beach,
where the public can join the event and learn about
the Port River Shellfish Restoration Project. The
event is organised by the Estuary Care Foundation.
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
25Meet the NASA Scientists
When & Where:
• Sun 12 Aug, 6–7.30pm: Scott Theatre,
University of Adelaide, Adelaide
• Mon 13 Aug, 7–8.30pm: The Gov, 59 Port Rd,
Hindmarsh
Cost: $5 per person; under 16 free
Bookings: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/meet-the-
nasa-scientists-tickets-47150260699
More Info: Rona Sakko on 0419 827 723
or rona.sakko@gmail.com
NASA scientists are headed to Australia! Splitting
into groups, they will undertake a series of events
around the country during National Science Week,
hosted by Mt Stromlo Observatory astrophysicist Dr
Brad Tucker.
They include leading scientists from the NASA
Exoplanet Science Institute, Ames Research
Centre, Jet Propulsion Lab and CalTech. They work
on various space missions, including Kepler and
K2, Cassini and TESS (the Transiting Exoplanet
Survey Satellite). This is an exciting new 2-year
survey mission that will focus on the detection of
exoplanets in orbit around the brightest stars in the
sky.
In September last year, NASA’s Cassini, which
had been in orbit around Saturn, met its fateful
end in a ‘death dive’ into Saturn’s atmosphere.
26Meanwhile, the Kepler Space Telescope, which has
been discovering planets around other stars, will
run out of fuel sometime this year. Come along and
hear the latest information about these significant
missions that have completely changed our
understanding of the Universe.
With the announcement of Australia’s very own
space agency, it couldn’t be more timely!
Due to popular demand, the presentation will be
held on 2 evenings.
27Trees: The Quiet Achievers
When: Sun 12 Aug & Wed 15 Aug, 2–3.30pm
Where: Waite Arboretum, Walter Young Ave,
Urrbrae (enter from Fullarton Rd)
More Info: www.adelaide.edu.au/waite-
historic/arboretum/
Bookings: 0428 379 110 or Jennifer.gardner@
adelaide.edu.au
This experimental rain-fed collection of trees from
around the world is a genetic repository for species
which are rare and endangered in the wild. It
provides habitat for wildlife, enhances biodiversity,
and provides a tranquil green space for public
enjoyment and wellbeing. In addition, the trees
of the Arboretum provide valuable environmental
services: removing air pollution, storing and
sequestering carbon, capturing storm water runoff
thereby reducing the load on storm water systems,
and cooling the air.
The Waite Arboretum also offers public guided
walks on the first Sunday of each month or explore
the Arboretum on your own with the free Waite
Arboretum App.
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide Grant
Tall Poppies: Science for Seniors (Unley)
When: Mon 13 Aug, 10am–12.30pm
Where: Unley Town Hall, 181 Unley Rd, Unley
More Info: Louisa.esdaile@sa.gov.au or
kbeatson@unley.sa.gov.au or www.aips.net.au/
tall-poppies/tall-poppy-campaign/young-tall-
poppy-science-awards/
Delve into the world of science for Science Week
2018 with a range of lectures. Join us for a morning
of discovery! A selection of fascinating topics on
the themes of wound healing, applied mathematics
and historical ecology will be covered by Tall Poppy
Award winning speakers.
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
28The Science of Politics
When: Mon 13 Aug, 5pm – 7.30pm
Where: Flinders University, 1st Floor 182 Victoria
Square, Adelaide
More Info: rodrigo.praino@flinders.edu.au
People tend to think about politics as the realm
of ideas and opinions. Politics, however, can be
studied scientifically. Some even attempt to design
“laws” similar to those of the physical sciences. In
this event you will have the opportunity to play a
number of games and engage in activities that will
show you some interesting ways that science can
help you understand politics, voting and political
behaviour in general.
This event is targeted to the general adult public
or young adult public interested in politics and
in understanding how science can play a role in
the realm of politics. There is no prior knowledge
necessary or assumed. Activities will be carried out
individually and in small groups.
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide grant
New Light Science Spectacular 2018
When: Mon 13 Aug, 6.30–8.50pm
Where: Braggs Lecture Theatre, University of
Adelaide, North Terrace, Adelaide
More Info: stemsel.com/workshops.php or
miro@stemsel.com, 8231 5966 or 0425868353
An event aimed at inviting the public to a science
arena of stunning spectaculars and exciting
discoveries. The scale of topics is far-reaching,
from nanoscale biophotonics (Roman Kostecki,
research fellow at ARC Centre of Excellence for
Nanoscale BioPhotonics, Uni of Adelaide) to a
better understanding of the universe (Dr Madakbas,
physicist in photonics, whose company builds night
vision sensors for NASA and the Hubble Space
Telescope). The hidden science of light will also be
revealed (Miroslav Kostecki, Technical Manager
at STEMSEL Foundation) in live and interactive
demonstrations such as the audience controlling
light ribbons via mobile phones using WiFi and
using their phone-cameras to see the IR light.
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide grant
29Sprigg Lecture: Prof. Bronwyn
Gillanders—Giant Australian
Cuttlefish
When: Tues 14 Aug, 6–7pm (the Museum will
open to guests at 5:30pm, with a complimentary
glass of wine available prior to the talk)
Where: South Australian Museum, North Tce,
Adelaide
More Info: www.samuseum.sa.gov.au
What do we really know about the Giant Australian
Cuttlefish? A recent dramatic decline and then
rapid recovery of numbers of cuttlefish aggregating
near Whyalla has sparked off new investigations.
Professor Bronwyn Gillanders will present some
of the scientific detective work that she and her
team have done to unravel some of the species’
enigmatic biology and how it contrasts with global
cephalopod abundance trends.
Professor Gillanders is a Professor at the University
of Adelaide, where she runs the Gillanders Aquatic
Ecology Lab. She uses calcified structures of aquatic
organisms as innovative tools to understand past
environments and biological processes, such as age,
growth and movement patterns.
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide grant
Professor Bronwyn Gillanders
30Intro to Robotics with Edison
When: Tues 14 Aug, 10–11.30am & 3.30–5pm
Where: Cove Civic Centre, 1 Ragamuffin Drive,
Hallett Cove
More Info: www.marion.sa.gov.au
Booking: 08 8375 6785 or ben.teoh@marion.
sa.gov.au
Interested in robots? Get hands-on with Edison
robots and learn basic coding skills with block-
based programming and take on the robot dance
battle challenge!
Protecting the Catch
When: Tues 14 Aug, 5.30–7pm
Where: The Braggs Lecture Theatre, University of
Adelaide, North Tce, Adelaide
More Info: nengye.liu@adelaide.edu.au or
08 8313 4448
Bookings: eventbrite.com/e/protecting-the-
catch-tickets-46093412638
In this University of Adelaide Research Tuesday
workshop, join some of Australia’s leading
researchers as they discuss the critical challenges
of sustainable fisheries: scientific and commercial
interests, environmental concerns, ethics and equity
and international law and policy. The global ‘catch’
is under threat, with almost 90% of fish stocks
already fully or over-exploited. So how can we keep
seafood on the menu?
Expert presenters include: Dr Zoe Doubleday (Uni of
Adelaide’s School of Biological Sciences), Professor
Reg Watson (Uni of Tasmania), Associate Professor
Margaret Young (Uni of Melbourne Law School) and
Dr Nengye Liu (Uni of Adelaide Law School).
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
31Grape Expectations! The Future of Wine
When: Tues 14 Aug & Wed 15 Aug, 5.30–7.30pm
Where: Adelaide Convention Centre, North Tce,
Adelaide
Cost: $25 per person, includes a welcome drink
and light refreshments
More Info: www.awri.com.au/industrysupport/
courses-seminars-workshops/events/
Bookings: 08 8313 6600 or www.awri.com.au/
events/grape-expectations-the-future-of-wine-2
Wine isn’t the same drink it was 200 years ago—
it’s better! Find out how scientific breakthroughs
have increased wine’s longevity and made it more
delicious than ever! Join enthusiastic wine-loving
scientists from the Australian Wine Research
Institute in an evening of wine tasting and story-
telling. Explore some of the game-changing
discoveries that made wine what it is today, and
journey into the future of wine with a look at the
challenges and emerging technologies that will
change how wine will be produced, viewed and
consumed. For ages 18+
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide grant
Science for Seniors
When: Tues 14 Aug & Wed 15 Aug, 2.30–4.45pm;
Fri 17 Aug, 9.45am–12.30pm
Where: YMCA Holdfast Bay Community Centre,
51 King George Ave, Hove
Cost: Gold coin donation
More Info: hbcc@ymca.org.au or 08 8298 7422 or
lyn.bermudez@ymca.org.au
Bookings: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/science-for-
seniors-tickets-47576617945?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
We are holding a three-day engaging and
interactive science series for community members.
We are inviting a variety of South Australian
scientists to share their exciting research in the
areas of dementia, healthy eating and active living.
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
32Science Storytime (Elizabeth)
When: Wed 15 Aug, 10.30–11.30am
Where: Elizabeth Civic Centre Library, 10 Playford
Boulevard, Elizabeth
More Info: 08 8256 0333 or library@playford.
sa.gov.au or www.playford.sa.gov.au/page.
aspx?u=1328
Join us for a special science-themed story time
to celebrate National Science Week. We will read
stories involving space and exploration as well as
conduct mini science experiments. For local families
with children 2–5years.
The Future of Cancer Research in
Australia
When: Wed 15 Aug, 10.30–11.30am
Where: Centre for Cancer Biology, Level 8, UniSA
Building, North Tce, Adelaide
More Info: www.centreforcancerbiology.org.au
or 08 8302 7916 or angela.ziaei@sa.gov.au
Bookings: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-future-of-
cancer-research-in-australia-tickets-47704665940
Cancer is a leading cause of death in Australia.
The Centre for Cancer Biology (CCB) invites you
to join us to hear about the research we do that
could revolutionise cancer therapies. The morning
will include a panel of world renowned cancer
researchers from the CCB and interstate, explaining
the research they are conducting and how it can
lead to better health outcomes for cancer patients
worldwide. The event will conclude with light
refreshments and an opportunity to meet and chat
with the researchers.
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide grant
33Palaeo in the Pub goes Evo Devo
When: Wed 15 Aug, 6–8.30pm
Where: Flinders Tavern by Burger Theory,
1 Student Hub, Flinders University, Bedford Pk
More Info: flinderspalaeosoc.org or
flinderspalaeo@gmail.com
Dr Vera Weisbecker (University of Queensland)
will tell us about the evolutionary story of today’s
staggeringly diverse land vertebrates through
the lens of developmental biology (‘Evo-Devo’).
Flinders University Palaeontology Society has run
multiple ‘Palaeo in the Pub’ events over the last two
years. These events are for anyone and everyone
with an interest in science, natural history and/or
pubs. Happy hour specials and free nibbles will be
provided, and parking on campus is free after 6pm.
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide grant
Food from the Sea
When: Wed 15 Aug–Fri 17 Aug
& Wed 22 Aug–Fri 24 Aug, 11am–12pm
Where: Marine Discovery Centre, cr Marlborough
and Seaview Rds, Henley Beach
Cost: $7
More Info: UQuack-Weatherley@star.catholic.
edu.au or marinediscoverycentre.com.au
Bookings: 08 8115 7402 or info@
marinediscoverycentre.com.au
Marine based experiences for primary school
children and the general public include whiteboard
activities about Food from the Sea, hands-on
experiments and living science activities. A new
Virtual Reality activity features diving with a leafy
sea dragon and sea lions. Kaurna marine trainee
Karno Martin will conduct tours for community
visitors.
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
34Switched On Indigenous Young
Inventors 2018
When: Thurs 16 Aug, 9am–2.30pm
Where: Lake Windemere B-7 School, 17 Uraidla Ave,
Salisbury North & displays at Royal Adelaide Show
More Info: stemsel.com/workshops.php or
miro@stemsel.com, 8231 5966 or 0425868353
Indigenous youths from northern regions will be
mentored to build their own STEM Inventions
Models. Participants will use their creativity
to design projects and models which relate to
sustainability. Group models of inventions will be
displayed and judged at the Royal Adelaide Show
STEMSEL Inventors Competition.
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
Super Drugs and Mini-Guts
When: Thurs 16 Aug, 10am–1pm
Where: Museum of Discovery (MOD.), UniSA
Cancer Research Institute, North Tce, Adelaide
Cost: Free, but by invitation only
More Info: cbns.southaustralia@gmail.com or
www.CBNS.org.au
Invited students will come and learn about the
concept of bio-nano science through a range of
fun and interactive activities at Australia’s leading
future-focused museum. This event provides a rare
opportunity for students to speak with researchers
about the interesting research we do and what it is
like to work in STEM. Activities include: Journey into
a Cell, How small is a Nano, Gut feeling, Deliveroo
Drugs plus a tour of MOD.
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
35SAHMRI Gene Editing Public Lecture
When: Thurs 16 Aug, 6.30-8pm
Where: SAHMRI Auditorium, North Tce, Adelaide
Bookings: SAHMRIgeneediting.eventbrite.com
More Info: www.sahmri.org/sahmri-theme/
event-2
By understanding the genetic blueprint that makes
each human unique, and the discovery of exciting
new tools for editing the DNA sequence, we are
entering the gene editing generation!
This public lecture and interactive panel discussion
will highlight cutting-edge research using gene
editing technologies. CRISPR is a new scientific tool
allowing scientists to change the DNA sequence,
not unlike the copy and paste function in a word-
processing document. Rapid technology adoption
means that we are seeing it used for trials in cancer
therapies and potential uses in the agriculture
industry. Does this mean it may even be possible to
edit a human embryo to eradicate genetic diseases
forever? Come along to learn more!
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide Grant
Come and Try Coding and Robotics
When: Thurs 16 Aug, 5.30–6.30pm
Where: Elizabeth Civic Centre Library, 10 Playford
Boulevard, Elizabeth
Cost: $2 per person
More Info & Bookings: 08 8256 0333 or library@
playford.sa.gov.au or www.playford.sa.gov.au/
page.aspx?u=1328
The workshop will demonstrate the topics covered
in the Robotics Club. Learn how to make traffic
lights, electronic dice and LED screen display. For
ages 12+
36SCINEMA @ Adelaide Sustainability
Centre
When: Thurs 16 Aug, 6–7pm
Where: Adelaide Sustainability Centre,
111 Franklin St, Adelaide
More Info: www.adelaidesustainabilitycentre.org.au
Bookings: scinemaadelaide.eventbrite.com.au
Experience the power of the moving image to
inspire the young, satisfy the curious, explain the
baffling and ask the impossible.
Conversations with Women of Waite
When: Thurs 16 Aug, 6–8.30pm
Where: Lirra Lirra, McLeod House, Waite Rd,
Urrbrae
More Info: keryn.lapidge@adelaide.edu.au
Bookings: conversations-with-women-of-waite.
eventbrite.com
When you hear the word ‘scientist’ do you picture
the stereotypical be-spectacled man in a lab-coat?
The Women of Waite want to bust the ‘scientist’
stereotype and give a glimpse into the realities,
challenges and benefits of exactly what a working
scientist is and does. A panel of awesome female
researchers from different career stages will talk
about their research, career paths, achievements
and challenges. Drinks and snacks provided,
including a selection of University of Adelaide
wines.
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide grant
37Tall Tales of Science
When: Thurs 16 Aug, 6.30–8.30pm
Where: The Rob Roy Hotel, 106 Halifax St,
Adelaide
More Info: sanam.mustafa@adelaide.edu.au
or 08 8313 4101
What do scientists really do all day (and night)?
Can you pick fact from fiction? Here is your chance
to listen as six scientists share something weird or
wonderful – but it’s not all true! Can you pick who
is telling tales? This is a joint function hosted by the
Superstars of STEM and Science in the Pub Adelaide
to present a night of fun, laughter and sharing of
weird and wonderful science stories. This will be a
light hearted event but, through the memorable
stories, the audience will learn what it is like to be
a scientist and that it’s not all white coats and
pipettes.
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide grant
Science @ Urrbrae
When: Thurs 16 Aug & Fri 17 Aug, 9.30am–2.30pm
Where: Urrbrae Agricultural High School,
505 Fullarton Rd, Netherby
More Info and Bookings: 0457 722 997 or
annlouise.breeding530@schools.sa.edu.au
Urrbrae High School is hosting a series of interactive
science workshops, inviting primary school groups
to attend and experience the wonderful aspects
of science at Urrbrae. Included are Wetland, Farm,
Science Labs and a Science Show Extravaganza.
3839
Big Science Adelaide is a curated program
of events for primarily adult audiences. Big
Science Adelaide brings together events
within and around the Adelaide CBD.
Adelaide is a city of scientific and
technological achievement and innovation,
with world-class universities, research
and cultural institutions, and award-
winning researchers. Big Science Adelaide
celebrates and showcases our diverse and
multidisciplinary science and innovation
community to inspire pride and increased
appreciation and recognition of science.
Big Science Adelaide Program
p7: Privacy and the Science of Cryptography:
Thurs 2 Aug, 6.30pm to 8pm; MOD.,
University of SA, North Tce, Adelaide
p10: National Science Week at Adelaide City
Libraries: Fri 3 Aug to Fri 7 Sept, various days
and times; Adelaide City Library, Level 3
Rundle Place Building, Rundle Mall, Adelaide
p17: Science Centre Open Day 2018: Sat 11
Aug, 50 minute sessions at 11am, Noon, 1pm,
2pm, 3pm; South Australian Museum, North
Tce, Adelaide
p22: Science Week at the State Library: Sun
12 Aug to Sun 19 Aug, various days and times;
State Library of South Australia, North Tce,
Adelaide
40p26: Meet the NASA Scientists: Sun 12 Aug,
6pm to 7.30pm; Scott Theatre, University of
Adelaide and Mon 13 Aug, 7pm to 8.30pm;
The Gov, 59 Port Rd, Hindmarsh
p28: Trees—The Quiet Achievers: Sun 12
Aug & Wed 15 Aug, 2pm to 3.30pm; Waite
Arboretum, Urrbrae
p29: The Science of Politics: Mon 13 Aug, 5pm
to 7.30pm; Flinders University, 1st Floor 182
Victoria Square, Adelaide
p29: New Light Science Spectacular 2018:
Mon 13 Aug, 6:30pm to 8:50pm; Braggs
Lecture Theatre, University of Adelaide,
North Tce, Adelaide
p30: Sprigg Lecture: Prof. Bronwyn
Gillanders—Giant Australian Cuttlefish:
Tues 14 Aug, 6pm to 7pm; South Australian
Museum, North Tce, Adelaide
p31: Protecting the Catch: Tues 14 Aug,
5.30pm to 7pm; The Braggs Lecture Theatre,
University of Adelaide, North Tce, Adelaide
p32: Grape Expectations! The Future of
Wine: Tues 14 Aug & Wed 15 Aug, 5.30pm to
7.30pm; Adelaide Convention Centre, North
Terrace, Adelaide
p33: The Future of Cancer Research in
Australia: Wed 15 Aug, 10.30am to 11.30am;
Centre for Cancer Biology, Level 8, UniSA
Building, North Tce, Adelaide
41p34: Palaeo in the Pub goes Evo Devo: Wed
15 Aug, 6pm to 8.30pm; Flinders Tavern by
Burger Theory, Flinders University, Bedford
Park
p36: SAHMRI Gene Editing Public Lecture:
Thurs 16 Aug, 6.30–8.30pm; SAHMRI
Auditorium, North Tce, Adelaide
p37: Conversations with the Women of
Waite: Thurs 16 Aug, 6pm to 8.30pm; Lirra
Lirra, McLeod House, Waite Rd, Urrbrae
p38: Tall Tales of Science: Thurs 16 Aug,
6.30pm to 8.30pm; The Rob Roy Hotel, 106
Halifax St, Adelaide
p44: Neuroscience at Night: Fri 17 Aug, 6pm
to 9pm; Adelaide Health and Medical Centre,
North Tce, Adelaide
p46: The Great Debate: Greatest Discovery
Ever Made: Sat 18 Aug, 4.30pm to 6.00pm;
RiAus, 55 Exchange Place, Adelaide
p47: Perform Your Science: Sat 18 Aug, 7pm to
9pm; Scott Theatre, University of Adelaide,
North Tce, Adelaide
Further Information and event details:
www.scienceweek.net.au
42Science Storytime (Munno Para)
When: Fri 17 Aug, 10.30–11.30am
Where: Stretton Centre Hub, 307 Peachey Rd,
Munno Para
More Info: 08 8256 0333 or library@playford.
sa.gov.au
Hear stories involving Space and Exploration as well
as conduct mini-science experiments. For children
2–5years.
Science is Child’s Play
When: Fri 17 Aug, 6.30–8.30pm
Where: Hawthorndene Kindergarten,
1 Kindergarten Ave, Hawthorndene
Cost: Free to main exhibits, gold coin donation to
“ScientifiBubble Show”
More Info: 8278 4161 or dl.4664.leaders@schools.
sa.edu.au or www.hawthornkgn.sa.edu.au
An evening of interactive, hands-on science
activities suitable for children aged 3 to 8 years and
their families. Includes 3D printers, bug searches,
magnet experiments, electric circuits, microscopes
and much more.
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
43Neuroscience at Night
When: Fri 17 Aug, 6–9pm
Where: Adelaide Health and Medical Centre,
North Tce, Adelaide
Cost: $15 (includes exhibits, wine tasting & nibbles)
Bookings: Essential, via Eventbrite
More Info: www.facebook.com/neuroatnight
What role does the brain play in sexual attraction?
Can you salsa dance your way to a healthy brain?
How does the brain perceive different flavours when
drinking wine? In this Big Science Adelaide event
we explore these questions and many more. You’ll
explore a series of interactive exhibits and compete
to show off your neuroscience knowledge.
We’ve partnered with The Australian Wine Research
Institute to bring a fun evening of wine and
neuroscience. Ages 18+
Supported by a Big Science Adelaide grant
The Heights Astronomical Observatory
When: Fri 17 Aug, 8pm
Where: On grounds of The Heights School,
Augustus St, Modbury Heights
Cost: $10 adult, $3 child
More Info: www.assa.org.au
The Heights Observatory has 2 permanent
observatory buildings housing large telescopes,
plus a variety of other telescopes and imaging
equipment. Join members of the Astronomical
Society of South Australia to view the heavens,
the moon and its craters, stars, planets, nebulae
and constellations through a range of large and
small telescopes. The evening will be dependent on
weather conditions so check the web site before
setting off in case of any cancellation.
44Autism-Friendly Family Morning:
National Science Week
When: Sat 18 Aug, 8–10am
Where: South Australian Museum, North Tce,
Adelaide
More Info & Bookings: 8207 7575 or programs@
samuseum.sa.gov.au (Bookings open 25 July)
Designed specifically for children with autism
and their families, we’ll host a unique morning
experience. Before we open to the public, you’ll
have a chance to explore all the galleries and the
Discovery Centre. Tickets are free but we ask that
you only book tickets for children on the autism
spectrum and their families or carers.
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
Science for Big and Little Kids
When: Sat 18 Aug, 2–3pm
Where: Unley Town Hall, 181 Unley Rd, Unley
More Info: 08 8372 5422 or kbeatson@unley.
sa.gov.au
Creep and crawl through the wonderful world of
micro-organisms, technology for your health and
the fascinating world of neuroscience. Parents,
grandparents and kids will love this National
Science Week family event.
45The Great Debate:
Greatest Discovery Ever Made
When: Sat 18 Aug, 4.30–6pm
Where: RiAus, 55 Exchange Place, Adelaide
Cost: $10 online, $15 at door (cash only)
More Info: Andrew Stephenson
at info@thesciencenation.com
Bookings: www.trybooking.com/WAIR
To celebrate National Science Week, the Science
Nation is going to determine once and for all what
is the Greatest Discovery Ever Made. We’ve all been
there, having that age old argument, what’s the
bigger breakthrough: the existence of atoms or
quantum mechanics; DNA or CRISPR; the wheel or
sliced bread. Join the fun and mayhem as the best,
brightest and bravest science aficionados in the
land do battle in a debate tournament of wits and
wittiness.
Stockport Observatory Star Party
When: Sat 18 Aug, 7pm
Where: Stockport Observatory, Observatory Rd,
Stockport
More Info: www.assa.org.au or joe.grida@
internode.on.net
Join members of the Astronomical Society of SA
at this stargazing evening that will introduce the
public to the beauty of the heavens from a dark
sky location. Look through the three permanently-
mounted telescopes at the Observatory, as well
as many small portable ones. See planets, star
clusters, galaxies and nebulae, astro-photography
exhibitions and much more. Includes talks and
demonstrations. A sausage sizzle and refreshments
will be available throughout the evening.
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
46Perform Your Science
When: Sat 18 Aug, 7–9pm
Where: Scott Theatre, University of Adelaide, North Tce,
Adelaide
Cost: All tickets $5
More Info: inspiringsa.org.au or inspiringsa@
sa.gov.au
Bookings: www.eventbrite.com/e/perform-
your-science-tickets-47605326814
Scientists are taking a brave step into the spotlight of
the stage to tell their research stories through the arts,
magic, interpretive dance, poetry and more. Perform
Your Science will feature early-career researchers and
PhD students who have collaborated with artists
to develop their extraordinary performances. The
performances will be judged by a panel of esteemed
artists and science communicators and the audience
will vote for the People’s Choice Award. Drinks and
refreshments will be available for purchase.
Perform Your Science is brought to you by Inspiring
South Australia and is part of Big Science Adelaide,
a suite of events during National Science Week.
Healthy Port River: A SALA Exhibition
When: Sat 18 Aug–Sun 26 Aug, 11am–3pm
Where: Black Diamond Gallery, 66 Commercial
Rd, Port Adelaide
More Info: estuarycare@internode.on.net
Inspired by the beauty and vulnerability of the
Port River and Barker Inlet Estuary, five established
and emerging artists exhibit drawings, glasswork,
photographs and ceramics in partnership with the
Estuary Care.
Supported by a National Science Week SA
Community Grant
47Internet of Things, Maths in Nature &
the Microscopic World
When: Sun 19 Aug, 10am–4pm
Where: Finders Uni Plaza (Tonsley Precinct),
Registry Rd, Bedford Park
Cost: $15 per session for children age 5–11
More Info: sivam@phonelabs.co or jarrad@
phonelabs.co
Bookings: www.phonelabs.co/sciweek-session/
A variety of exciting STEM-related sessions will
be on offer, including: Internet of Things; Explore
the Wonders of the Microscopic World; Maths in
Nature; Digital Manufacturing; Experience VR; and
Experiencing Entrepreneurship.
Brain Food
When: Sun 19 Aug, 3.30–5.30pm
Where: Maths Lawn outside Barr Smith South,
University of Adelaide, North Tce, Adelaide
Cost: Free, with food at your own expense
More Info: lyndsey.collins-praino@adelaide.edu.au
Bookings: via Eventbrite
Have you ever wanted to know more about how
the brain works? Fancy a tour through a mega
body? Keen to chat with local neuroscientists over
a bite to eat? Join us for Brain Food, an event held
by the Adelaide Medical School at the University of
Adelaide. Includes interactive booths and the Mega
Body. Bring your family along to this free, family-
friendly day that will immediately follow our hugely
popular Kids Navigate Neuroscience event. Have a
bite to eat from local food trucks and learn more
about the human brain!
Supported by a National Science Week grant
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