Thank you to Nolanne Chang for providing us with the i Heart music event review.
“Don’t worry, you do have a heartbeat,” the technician says. “I’m just trying to figure out where to get the best recording from”. I’m at the i Heart Music event at UNSW, getting my heartbeat recorded so that in a few […]
Thanks to Nolanne Chang for sharing her thoughts of the Incredible Inner Space exhibit.
The Incredible Inner Space Exhibit currently on as part of National Science Week at the Customs House in Sydney is a great example of how to bring science to the public. The exhibit uses sculpture, photography, and video to engage an audience.
The […]
Thanks to Brigid Mullane for reviewing the David Malin Awards for Scope.
Sydney Observatory is a local landmark, on the harbour near the historic Rocks precinct. Completed in 1858, it is now part of the Powerhouse Museum, featuring exhibits of the history of astronomy and meteorology, and providing night telescope viewings for the public.
I went there […]
ASC2014 will emphasise innovation in science communication stimulated by understanding our audiences, using visual communication and new media, and demonstrating the impact of our efforts. Continue reading
On 13 August 1940, Canberra’s most fatal air disaster took place when a Lockheed Hudson bomber crashed into a hillside near Canberra Airport, killing all on board – including three key ministers within the Menzies Government.
To mark the 73rd anniversary of the Canberra air disaster, we have brought together a team of forensic experts to walk us […]
By Ian McDonald (ACT Branch, ASC President)
Canberra’s scientific and research community came out from their labs and offices to the CSIRO Discovery Centre on the 18th of March to discuss the ‘hot topic’ of whether it is possible to have a long term and sustainable career in research. Hosted by the ACT Branch of the ASC […]
The ASC needs people that can contribute to a number of writing projects, some are paid (money) and some are volunteer (paid for with thanks, adoration, and a growing prominent public portfolio of pieces as an ASC Writer). Continue reading
Scope editor: Have your finger on the pulse, gain new skills, make a difference to ASC Continue reading
As 2013 ramps up, the ASC executive is sharpening its focus on kicking a few big goals. One of these is greater emphasis on communication and profile, building on the great work of many over the last few years. As Vice President I have this project/mindset/approach mapped to my role (very excited by that); but […]
The 2012 awards event for the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science was outstanding. A number of ASC members are involved with the Prizes and it would be good to hear their views on what the program means to them. Here’s the first announcement from Inspiring Australia about the 2013 prizes.
Inspiring Australia is pleased to announce […]