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The 11th Conference of the PCST Network will be in New Delhi from December 06-10, 2010.

The Conference again will look at the many issues affecting and arising from science communication. We will have papers and panels involving both practitioners and analysts of science communication.

You can go to the Conference web site to register your interest, and also to see the latest information as it becomes available: www.pcst-2010.org http://www.pcst-2010.org

Details about the program will be posted soon, along with an invitation to submit proposals.

Conference fees and details of hotels will also be posted soon.

The Indian organising committee are planning a pre-conference event on December 04-05 at Khajuraho (Central India). A Post Conference Workshop is being planned for December 12-15, 2010 in Bangalore (South India).

We hope to see many new participants as well as many of those who have enjoyed our recent conferences in Cape Town (2002), Barcelona (2004), Seoul (2006), and Malmo/Copenhagen (2008) to join us in New Delhi!

Regards/

Hi ASC-WA members,

Two upcoming events relating to science communication:

8 March 2010 – Inspiring Australia information session

This event is being run by the National Science Week Coordinating Committee and may be of interest to ASC members. The event will cover the Inspiring Australia initiative and the next steps in science communication in Australia, as well as provide information on NSWk 2010.

http://www.sciencewa.net.au/index.php?view=details&id=661%3Ainspiring-au stralia-information-session&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=200116

Time: 5.00pm – 6.30pm

Venue: Scitech, City West, Sutherland Street, West Perth

RSVP: scienceweek@scitech.org.au by Thurs 4 Mar

15 March 2010 – National Conference Debrief and WA Catch Up

Join us for an informal get together to meet with current ASC members, hear from Dr Nancy Longnecker about the recent ASC National Conference, and to contribute to the direction of ASC WA in 2010 and beyond. We need to hear from our members in WA with regards to what they expect from their ASC membership. If you cannot make this get together, we want to hear from you – please email Sarah Lau (slau@chemcentre.wa.gov.au) with any thoughts you have regarding ASC, anything you would like to contribute and what you’d like to see from your membership.

Time: 5.30 – 6.30pm

Venue: UWA – exact location TBA

RSVP: Sarah Lau (slau@chemcentre.wa.gov.au) by Fri 12 Mar

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CSIRO’s largest research division, Plant Industry, has a rare opportunity for a science communicator looking to take on a new role. Two Communication Officer positions will soon be available, providing a great opportunity for two communications professionals to join Australia’s largest and most highly respected research organization. Working with some of the world’s leading plant scientists to promote groundbreaking research to the general public, the roles will suit someone with a science communication background who can transform sometimes complex science into something newsworthy. Both roles are for a period of 12 months, starting in May 2010. The position description and selection criteria can be found here: https://recruitment.csiro.au/asp/job_details.asp?RefNo=2010%2F50

Please use the contact details listed with the selection criteria if you need more information about the position.

Apollo 13: Mission Control

Venue: The Studio, Sydney Opera House Dates: 20 – 28 March

“Houston, we’ve had a problem…”

Trapped 200,000 miles away from Earth, three astronauts fight for their lives. An explosion has ripped through their space craft, and they are running out of oxygen, power and hope. The staff of America’s Space Agency are desperately trying to find ways to bring the ship home.

THE BLURB FOR THE SHOW SAYS: Become a member of Mission Control and let Flight Director, Gene Kranz, lead you on your mission to bring these three heroes home. Inside a detailed replica of the 1970 space administration control room, you will be given the opportunity to interact with the Astronauts and staff. Sit in the console seats or as a member of the Press Gallery and watch one of the greatest survival stories of the twentieth century unfold.

More Information: http://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/whatson/apollo_13.aspx?start=yes

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International Museum Theatre Asia Pacific (IMTAP), a Museums Australia SIG, is excited to present the 5th National Forum on Performance in Cultural Institutions, an opportunity for those passionate about all forms of performance in cultural institutions come together to explore, debate, discuss and connect ideas and practice.

The Forum is proudly hosted by the Powerhouse Museum and the Australian National Maritime Museum.

The date of the forum is Thursday 22nd April 2010.

The cost of the Forum is $75 for most delegates.

Program Outline

The day begins at the Powerhouse Museum with the Keynote presentation from Alana Valentine who will explore how curator-led

works of performance might be conceived of as the centrepiece of an exhibition plan. Next is the first of our concurrent seminar sessions, with sessions from leading practitioners in the field, followed by a lively panel discussion on Meeting the needs of all involved – Artist, audience and museum. Now armed with a lunchbox full of yummy food make your way into Darling Harbour and find a relaxing spot with fellow delegates to eat lunch. Or if you are interested in finding out what IMTAP is all about grab some lunch and stick around for the IMTAP AGM. But make sure you make it to the Australian National Maritime Museum for a performance of I, Bunyip. Then get ready for the afternoon seminar sessions and our Great Debate – Is Museum Theatre just an add-on? We then head up to the nearby Harlequin Inn for our Pecha Kucha in the Pub where you will hear about the great performance work being done by fellow delegates. Then we suggest dinner down in Darling Harbour.

Please visit the Museums Australia Networks event page to download the full program and registration form

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To make an online payment please visit:

http://www.powerhousemuseum.com/bookings/imtap.php http://www.powerhousemuseum.com/bookings/imtap.php

Please forward this e-mail to interested colleagues.

We look forward to seeing you at the forum.

Cheers

Michael & Scott

Forum Co-convenors

Michael Van Tiel

Producer (Zoe & Cogs and Children Programs)

Education & Program Development

Powerhouse Museum

Phone: (02) 9217 0314

Fax: (02) 9217 0441

Street Address: 500 Harris Street, ULTIMO, NSW, 2007

Postal Address: PO Box K346, HAYMARKET, NSW, 1238

Email: michaelv@phm.gov.au

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Posted on behalf of Steve Clarke, Australian Institute of Marine Science. Please direct enquires to Steve (contact details below).

Science Writer Commencing salary up to $83K (dependent upon skills and experience)

FANTASTIC LOCATION, EXCITING OPPORTUNITY

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) is a world-leading research agency committed to the protection and sustainable development of Australia’s tropical marine resources. Its research programs support the management of tropical marine environments around the world, with a primary focus on the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, Ningaloo Marine Park in Western Australia and the pristine marine environments of northwest Australia.

The Institute is seeking the services of a professional to provide expert scientific and corporate writing, editing, media liaison and consultative services in support of its science communication activities.

To be successful in this role, our preferred candidate will have:

* A minimum of five (5) years experience in professional science writing, preferably with a degree or higher level qualification in a relevant discipline. * Demonstrated ability to provide, under limited direction as a member of a small team, high quality, timely and professional science and/or corporate writing and editing. * Experience producing written material for specific audiences including scientists, collaborators, government and industry stakeholders, and the public. * Experience in writing for media and in media liaison.

A sound understanding of the concepts and terminology common in marine science will be an advantage.

The position will be full-time (9 days per fortnight) for a fixed term of 3 years initially. The starting salary will be in the range of $66,496 – $83,397 (as determined by qualifications and experience) plus up to 15.4% superannuation and other employment benefits. Incremental advancement will be based on annual performance review. The position will be located at the Institute’s Cape Ferguson headquarters near Townsville in North Queensland.

Enquiries: Steve Clarke, Science Communication Manager, s.clarke@aims.gov.au or phone (07) 4753 4264.

It is that time of year again – entries and nominations are now open for the 2010 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.

There are 19 prizes on offer in this year’s line-up, with opportunities for researchers, communicators and science enthusiasts.

New to the 2010 line-up are:

Eureka Prize for Advancement of Climate Change Knowledge – sponsored by the NSW Government Eureka Prize for Early Career Research – sponsored by Macquarie University Eureka Prize for Innovation in Computer Science – sponsored by Google Australia Eureka Prize for Outstanding Medical Research Translation – sponsored by Industry & Investment NSW

For a complete list of all 19 prizes, entry details and online forms go to http://eureka.australianmuseum.net.au/enter

Key dates for your diary: Midnight AEST Friday 7 May – entries close 22 July – Finalists Announced 17 August- Winners announced at the Eureka Prizes Award Dinner

Please don’t hesitate to contact Kristin or Ruth if you need more information or help with your entries.

We would also really appreciated your help in spreading this information amongst your networks. Promotional text, flyers and images available on request.

Good luck!

Ruth Carr

Coordinator, Australian Museum Eureka Prizes

Australian Museum

6 College Street Sydney NSW 2010 Australia

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