National Science Week 2024

We are looking forward to an exciting 2024 National Science Week, with some excellent contributions from our UTS community. We'll be adding events to this page as they come online, so please check back as we get closer to the date.

UTS Global Game Changers - The Big Carbon Rethink

Are you ready to revolutionise the way we combat climate change?

Imagine a world where every product you buy helps decarbonise the atmosphere and repurposes carbon in innovative ways. Together we can create a sustainable future where production and consumption of carbon has a positive impact on our planet.

Join us for Episode 2 of the UTS Global Game Changers series, dedicated to sustainable futures. Discover how we are repurposing carbon into stuff that we want and use every day. Hosted by Australian writer, comedian and ABC broadcaster Craig Reucassel and featuring expert panellists including UTS Science Dist Prof Peter Ralph and Dr Alexandra Thomson this is a conversation you will want to be a part of.

Event Details
Date: Thursday, August 8 2024
Time: 6pm to 7.30pm
Where: UTS Great Hall, Building 1, 1/15 Broadway, Ultimo NSW 2007 or Online (via Zoom)
Register now

UTS is proud to be a University Partner for the Sydney Science Trail produced by the Australian Museum and the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney.

Jump to events:
Sydney Science Trail | Family Community days | Powerhouse Museum Sydney Science Festival 2024 | UTS Science in Focus talks

Sydney Science Trail 2024

UTS is excited to be part of the Sydney Science Trail live at the Australian Museum and the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney. Check out the exciting events that are planned for this year's trail.

Sydney Science Trail Expo

Science guy talking to a little boy — Image: Australian Museum

The Expo is a fantastic opportunity to engage with scientists – come along to the UTS stall and ask those burning questions you have and try your hand at some awesome hands-on activities and experiments.

Find out more and register:

Australian Museum website (see Sydney Science Trail Expo)

Sydney Science Trail Schools Program

‘Who did it’ Forensic science workshop

On the left side of a room, two forensic students are examining a mannequin covered by a blanket on a bed. On the right side, there are three students. Two are examining a mannequin on the floor while the third student is standing in front of a camera.

UTS Science is excited to be delivering our popular ‘Who did it’ Forensic science workshops as part of the Schools program:

Workshop:Who did it? Forensic Science
Secondary students: Monday 12 – Wednesday 14 August
Primary students: Thursday 15
Diverse learners Years 3-11: Friday 16 August

Explore what it’s like to be a forensic investigator and use scientific applications to solve crimes. Students will participate in a mock case scenario and learn how to dust and collect fingerprints, analyse bloodstain spatter and manage a crime scene, with the aim of the aim of identifying trace elements.

Talking Science sessions

Supporting the schools education program, we have four UTS Scientists participating in Talking Science sessions. These sessions provide an opportunity for secondary students (Year 7 – 11) to be inspired by STEM researchers and hear about their project/s, passions and careers in relation to the session theme. Each session will be delivered to a live audience and will also be recorded through DART Learning

Regenerating Nature
As climate change starts to impact organisms, we need to look at how adaption and regeneration can ensure species survival. Hear from scientists working on climate change adaptation and regeneration projects.
Date: Monday 12 August 2024, Session 1: 12.30pm – 1.15pm, Session 2: 1.30pm – 2.15pm
UTS Science Dr Greta Gaiani

Life in the Ocean
Our oceans produce at least 50% of the planet's oxygen and are home to most of Earth's biodiversity. Hear from Sydney-based scientists about the research that is being conducted to ensure the survival of marine species in Australia and across the world.
Date: Tuesday 13 August 2024, Session 1: 9.30am – 10.15am, Session 2: 10.30am – 11.15am
UTS Science Dr Elliot Scanes

Conservation for the future
Researchers around the world are working to conserve species in and out of their natural environments. Scientists share how their work is aiding to future-proof and preserve species.
Date: Wednesday 14 August 2024, Session 1: 12.30pm – 1.15pm, Session 2: 1.30pm – 2.15pm
UTS Science Prof Jonathan Webb

Citizen Science
Learn about citizen science projects, how scientists use data collection and the vital role of the public in gathering information that will help identify new species and save threatened species across the world.
Date: Wednesday 14 August 2024, Session 1: 9.30am – 10.15am, Session 2: 10.30am – 11.15am
UTS Science Prof Martina Doblin

Find out more about the schools programs at Sydney Science Trail.

Family Community Days: 17 – 18 August 2024

Join us for a family-friendly science festival at the Australian Museum on Saturday 17 August hosted by none other than the Surfing Scientist Ruben Meerman. Explore the famous Sydney Science Trail Expo full of interactive stalls to get hands-on with science and technology – it's a kids STEM bonanza! Stay tuned for more details and registrations opening in July.

Adventure to the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan on Sunday 18 August for a free, interactive program of science talks, nature experiences and hands-on activities. Explore the endangered Cumberland Plain Woodland or go behind-the-scenes at the Australian PlantBank and National Herbarium of New South Wales. Learn from First Nations educators about the importance of fire and practice your fire making skills or join one of the many other fun workshops and activities.

Australian Museum Community Day
Botanic Garden Mount Annan Community Day

Teachers Night and Family Community Night

Australian Museum, open to the public on Wed 14th August from 5:00pm – 8:30pm

Join us for a free networking event celebrating science during National Science Week! Explore the latest research and innovations with live music, pop-up exhibits and scientist-led talks. UTS Science will also be in the Hinze Hall expo space for attendees to engage with our scientists. Hear Dr Lisa Cabral speak about UTS Science Mentor Plus program.

Powerhouse Museum Sydney Science Festival Family Day 17 August 2024

UTS is the Foundation University Partner of Powerhouse Ultimo and Powerhouse Sydney Science Festival 2024.

Sydney Science Festival is an exciting and accessible program of science events presented by Powerhouse Parramatta and City of Parramatta.

A full day of free hands-on science fun for all ages.presented by Powerhouse Museum in August. It aims to inspire curiosity about what science is capable of – and criticism too – in a series of interactive performances, talks and exhibits across the city.

Meet a Scientist 10am‒3pm, Parramatta Square

Join a round table discussion on astronomy, robotics and engineering with leading Australian scientists from Western Sydney University and University of Technology Sydney. See a live robotics demonstration facilitated by students and engineers from the UTS Robotics Institute.

All activities are open to the public, details at the Powerhouse Museum.

Future Reefs Team Impact Showcase

This event will present the innovative work being undertaken at UTS by the Future Reefs Team. Marine Biologist and Future Reefs Team Leader Dr Emma Camp will be presenting how the innovative work being done by the team can help preserve and rebuild the "healthy reefs" of tomorrow. We will then hear from Dr Christine Roper, a postdoctoral researcher, about how the use of innovative technology, in combination with collective community action, can lead to the successful restoration of high-value reef sites like the Great Barrier Reef.

Join Us: Be a part of this dynamic conversation about restoring the Great Barrier Reef by attending the Future Reefs team breakfast on the 13th of August . Network with academics, industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to collectively explore avenues for preventing the loss of one of the planet's biggest living structures.

2024 Valerie Taylor Ocean Prize

BLUE WORLD and the Australian National Maritime Museum are delighted to invite you to 2024 Valerie Taylor Ocean Prize celebrations, as part of Science Week. Hear about Weedy Seadragons, a presentation by Professor David Booth, Marine Ecology UTS. Enjoy a performance by jazz pianist and composer, Matt McMahon, inspired by underwater imagery created by diver and filmmaker Duncan Heuer, followed by the prize announcements with special guest Valerie Taylor AM. Enjoy light refreshments in the Tasman Light Gallery, the ART-Sea exhibition.

Get tickets now.

UTS Science in Focus

Be inspired by our free Science in Focus talks showcasing the latest research from prominent and upcoming UTS Scientists & Researchers, held online throughout the year.

Watch our Science in Focus talks and catch up on past events.