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Podcast: Inside Industry & the science of steel

Ben Newsome

Ever wondered what happens in a real steel foundry? What if students could visit and learn how STEM in applied in steel? Learn how Inside Industry takes students behind the scenes at Blue Scope Steel where they learn about robotics and the chemistry of steel manufacturing as we talk with...

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Podcast: Capacity building in SciComm with Dr Graham Walker

Ben Newsome

Building capacity in science education is essential for global science literacy. We chat with Dr Graham Walker has been heavily involved in this through his work with Science Circus Africa, Science Circus Pacific and through his work via the National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science (CPAS).

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Podcast: Primary Science with Dr Jo Montgomery

Ben Newsome

We hang out with Dr Jo Montgomery (aka Dr Jo Science), a primary science specialist who works with students across the UK to help them get excited & inspired in STEM!

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Podcast: Engineers without borders

Ben Newsome

Find out more about Engineers without Borders from Erin Hughes, a 2019 Superstar of STEM & passionate advocate for indigenous education in the Torres Strait.

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Plastics and Us

Ben Newsome

Why does plastic have such a bad rep? The invention of synthetic plastics has led to great leaps and bounds for technological progress and our society. This week we look at the chemistry of plastics and the global shift towards reducing plastic usage!

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SciComm-edy! Science and comedy at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival

Ben Newsome

More than just science jokes! This week we explore a slightly different medium for science communication. The Fizzics Victoria Team checks out some science-related acts at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival!

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Grant applications open for National Science Week!

Ben Newsome

Need funding for National Science Week 2018? 11- 19th August is National Science week! Planning on running an event for your students? Would love to see STEM activities for your kids to attend in your community? Grant applications have opened to all Australian schools, don't miss out!

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How the ASTC helps science centers shine!

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Even the best science & technology centers in the world need a support network. Ann Hernandez drops by to discuss how the Association of Science-Technology Centers helps over 600 members across 50 countries make their exhibitions even more interactive and engaging than ever for ages young and old.

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Inspiring critical thinking with Living Maths

Ben Newsome

Steve Sherman, TEDx speaker & Director of Living Maths, shares his highly student-centered approach to teaching mathematics & logical reasoning. In many ways it’s not about how integers are moved in equations, it’s about producing a learning environment that students can thrive in.

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Fizzics is a finalist for 3 WSABE Awards!

Ben Newsome

Excellence in Business, Education & Social Enterprise Wow, Fizzics is a finalist for three awards for the upcoming Western Sydney Awards for Business Excellence! This will be the 27th WSABE Awards, an annual celebration of businesses that work to create opportunity and growth throughout the Greater Western Sydney region. Hosted...

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Innovation Games rock Sydney Olympic Park!

Ben Newsome

A science bonanza at Sydney Olympic Park! The last day of National Science Week finished with a bang in the heart of Sydney Olympic Park on Sunday! With help from Federal Government via Inspiring Australia and the NSW State Government, the Innovation games concluded the Sydney Science Festival with flare...

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Combining science, sport & leadership with the GWS Giants

Ben Newsome

Working with disadvantaged communities can be challenging yet incredibly rewarding. Meet Gavin Robertson, Ali Faraj and Emad Elkheir from the GWS Giants, a major football team who is not only kicking goals on the field but is also working tirelessly with schools, libraries, charities and more to unearth the biggest...

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How volunteering for museums opens doors & deepens knowledge

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Getting a gig at a major science museum can be highly competitive. We chat with Karen Player, Manager for Museum Outreach at the Australian Museum, who began her museum career in 1998 when she began volunteering on the museum floor. Plus we look at what it was like as an...

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National Indigenous Science Education Program (NISEP)

Ben Newsome

Meet A/Prof Joanne Jamie and Dr Emma Barnes, two university biochemists from Macquarie University who have created the incredibly successful National Indigenous Science Education Program, an initiative designed to place Indigenous youth in leadership positions so they gain the confidence, motivation and skills to stay in school and consider pathways...

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