Thursday 17 August
Highlights from day six of National Science Week
Researchers, experts, and other interesting people available for interview around the country.
TAS: Experimental beers with three independent breweries and two thirsty scientists.
NSW: The Drag Experiment: meet the people who are scientists by day and drag performers by night.
NSW: Could psychedelics unlock the answers to managing complex mental health issues? Ask the experts.
Online (VIC talent): Is your pet stressed, bored, or lonely? Dog happiness and mental health.
SA: Can we innovate creativity?
SA: Archaeology in space and on Earth in a changing climate.
QLD: A science fair for sick kids in Brisbane’s Children’s Hospital.
NSW: Marshmallow bazookas, a leaf-blower levitated basketball, and explosive liquid nitrogen in Goulburn.
TAS: Citizen scientists wanted to investigate microplastics.
NT: Young Territorians compete to take the best micro-photos.
National: Squawk versus croak! Last day to vote in the search for Australia’s Favourite Animal Sound.
Read on for more on these, including direct event contact details.
Also today:
Coming up tomorrow:
A heat-wave warning signal; Blade Runner; raising the dead; and a giant inflatable poo palace – see a preview of Friday’s highlights.
National Science Week 2023 runs from 12 to 22 August.
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