Colliding neutron stars were touted as the main source of some of the heaviest elements in the Periodic Table. Now, not so much … Neutron star collisions do not create the quantity of chemical …
Thousands pledge to tackle global warming through individual actions
National Carbon Counter project proves a hit as individuals, families and schools pledge to lower emissions. Media release: 25 August, 2020 More than 11,000 people have signed up to Carbon …
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Dancing with stick insects, healing nature, and what’s in your sourdough?
Saturday 22 August 2020 Highlights from day eight of National Science Week 115 events, 235 competitions and online activities, and dozens of great stories and talent. Researchers, experts, …
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Storms on Jupiter, swim with sea dragons, and Australia’s first scientists
Friday 21 August 2020 Highlights from day seven of National Science Week 171 events, 325 competitions and online activities, and dozens of great stories and talent. Researchers, experts, …
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Herding caterpillars, good science, and bad behaviour in space
Thursday 20 August 2020 Highlights from day six of National Science Week 209 events, 401 competitions and online activities, and dozens of great stories and talent. Researchers, experts, and …
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Beer, bandicoots, bat-poop, black holes, and science in the courtroom
Wednesday 19 August 2020 Highlights from day five of National Science Week 342 events, 588 competitions and online activities, and dozens of great stories and talent. Researchers, experts, …
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