Why Science Matters: A Q&A on the importance of science for Australia’s future

Will science play an important role in Australia’s future economy? Does science provide good value for money? What skills do we need to build for Australia in the post-mining era? What are Australia’s research strengths and why do they matter? 

This science Q&A panel features Federal Member for Melbourne, Adam Bandt in conversation with leading scientists, discussing why science matters for Australia.

This free event will be hosted by Dr Marguerite Evans-Galea, Chair Australian Early-Mid Career
Researcher Forum, and will feature a panel including:

• Adam Bandt, Federal MP for Melbourne, Deputy Leader of the Australian Greens
• Prof Doug Hilton, Director of the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute
• Prof Geoff Prince, Director, Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute
• Prof Rachel Webster, Head of the Astrophysics Group, University of Melbourne

WHEN: Thursday 27 of September, 6pm

WHERE: GTAC (Gene Technology Access Centre), University High School, 1H
Royal Parade, Parkville

RSVP: The event is completely free but registrations are required and can be made here.

Neurosciences Victoria Brain and Mind Scholarships

Applications are now open for the 2013 Neurosciences Victoria (NSV) Brain and Mind Scholarships. These awards are to encourage graduate research as a viable option in clinical neuroscience and related disciplines by providing support to clinical researchers and allied health professionals at Victorian institutions.

More information can be found here.

Market of the Mind - Speed meet a Scientist

Image courtesy of Simmone Spring

On Friday 10th August the cerebral, scientific and social worlds collide with Market of the Mind, an event where you can discover how your brain can be tricked into believing a conman, alter your perceptions and spot the pseudo-science. 

The event will be held within at City Square and will include a number of different mini-activities including Speed-Meet-A-Scientist session, some ‘alcohol goggles’ where people can see how alcohol changes their perception of the world and various other hands-on activities. The event aims to not just have people talking to researchers but also experiencing science experiments designed for adults rather than for children.

Want to attend?

When          

Friday 10th August, 5.30pm onwards (Speed meet a Scientist starts at 6.00pm)

Where         

City Square 

How much   

Free

Abstract Deadline - Biological Psychiatry Australia Meeting

Abstract deadline is Next Monday so make sure you get in quick. More information about the conference can be found here.

Congratulations Samantha Barton - Feedback Draw Winner

Congratulations to Samantha Barton, the winner of the SOBR Networking dinner's feedback draw. Samantha has won a complimentary three night stay package for two at the exclusive Reef House Resort & Spa Palm Cove (Valued at $1350.00 per package http://www.reefhouse.com.au/) generously donated by Rydges.