16
Dec
2016 Step Up highlights
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Tag: #CONASTA64
09
Jul
Astronomy in the classroom – Our Solar Siblings
Astronomy in the classroom is often constrained to models or photos – after all, how do you observe the stars during the day ? Our Solar Sibings is an educational program developed via collaboration between astronomers, teachers and their students to radically change the way astronomy may be taught. Imagine using data from high gradeRead more about Astronomy in the classroom – Our Solar Siblings[…]
07
Jul
The Wandjina, chemistry and meteorology
We’ve just returned from the most amazing talk given by Dr Ian McLeod of the Western Australian (WA) Maritime Museum who gave the 2015 Stanhope Oration as part of CONASTA 2015 in Perth, WA. It was entitled, The application of chemistry to conserve our shared heritage. Amongst a host of other fascinating topics, Dr McLeodRead more about The Wandjina, chemistry and meteorology[…]
07
Jul
CONASTA64 Monday Keynote talks
The first day of CONASTA provided a variety of talks and workshops across a broad range of topics. The opening keynote address was given by burns treatment pioneer, former Australian of the Year and ‘National Living Treasure’, Professor Fiona Wood. With a combination of insights into the application of science to improve clinical management ofRead more about CONASTA64 Monday Keynote talks[…]
07
Jul
The butler did it: CONASTA Day 1
As the #CONASTA64 kaleidoscope rolled into action on Day 1, it provided a myriad of wonder and opportunity. From the outset, the Welcome to Country gave us all goose bumps. Next up it was a privilege to hear from keynote speaker Professor Fiona Woods who recognised the role of her science teachers atRead more about The butler did it: CONASTA Day 1[…]