QLD – DIY Chemistry (hands-on activities and science shows) – 28 Aug 2010

As part of Queensland Museum South Bank’s exciting Science for Life! program celebrating National Science Week, we are holding a special event: DIY Chemistry.

DIY Chemistry

Chemistry is all around us, from farts to food but have you ever wondered what a chemist really does? This is your chance to find out!

Chemists from the ARC Centre of Excellence for Free Radical Chemistry and Biotechnology will present cool chemistry shows and hands on activities.

Make your own silly putty and scratch and sniff stickers; find out about glow sticks and forensic investigations; and be amazed by explosions and the magic of chemistry.

Presented by the ARC Centre of Excellence for Free Radical Chemistry http://www.freeradical.org.au/ .

What: Hands-on chemistry activities

Audience: Families with children, students, everyone! When: Sat 28 August, 10am – 3pm

Where: Level 2. Queensland Museum South Bank. Cnr Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Bank, Brisbane QLD 4101. More info ph: 07 3840 7555. Entry: Free. Bookings http://www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au/Visit+Us/Schools+and+Groups/School+G roup+Booking> essential for all schools and groups – contact education@qm.qld.gov.au

Live science shows will be presented throughout the day:

Energy without CO2 show

The search for more efficient and clean ways to transform energy is one of the biggest challenges for Australian science.

With pops, bangs and flashes, Mick will demonstrate the way that the energy for transport, heating, lighting and cooking could be harnessed without generating CO2, and we’ll look at some new clean technology that will reduce the build-up of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

Presented by Mick Moylan from the School of Chemistry, The University of Melbourne.

What: Live science theatre show. Audience: Families with children, students, everyone! When: Sat 28 August, 11am Where: Theatre, Level 2. Queensland Museum South Bank. Cnr Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Bank, Brisbane QLD 4101. More info ph: 07 3840 7555. Entry: Free, places are limited. Bookings http://www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au/Visit+Us/Schools+and+Groups/School+G roup+Booking> essential for all schools and groups – contact education@qm.qld.gov.au

Iron Chemist Show

Excite your senses as two Master Chemists do battle for the prestigious title of Iron Chemist.

Be amazed by the magic of chemistry, and the power of explosions. As the Chemists ‘cook’ up their signature dishes, you be the judge. Who should be the Iron Chemist 2010?

Competing Chemists are from the ARC Centre of Excellence for Free Radical Chemistry and Biotechnology at the Queensland University of Technology and the University of Queensland.

What: Live science theatre show. Audience: Families with children, students, everyone! When: Sat 28 August, 1pm Where: Theatre, Level 2. Queensland Museum South Bank. Cnr Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Bank, Brisbane QLD 4101. More info ph: 07 3840 7555. Entry: Free, places are limited. Bookings http://www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au/Visit+Us/Schools+and+Groups/School+G roup+Booking> essential for all schools and groups – contact education@qm.qld.gov.au .

Please join us for fantastic chemistry fun and bring your friends!

For more information about other events during the Science for Life! program visit www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au http://www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au/

This event is supported by the Australian Government as part of National Science Week.

Katherine Griffin

Learning Programs Officer

Public Programs

Equity Referral Officer

queensland museum south bank

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queensland 4101

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f 07 3840 7607

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Radical Wine – 27 Aug 2010

As part of Queensland Museum South Bank’s exciting Science for Life! program celebrating National Science Week, we are holding a special evening event: Science After Dark: Radical Wine.

Science After Dark: Radical Wine 27 August, 5pm- 8pm

We have all heard that wine is good for us in moderation because it contains antioxidants. But what exactly are antioxidants? Why do some wines taste peppery, while others have hints of vanilla or marzipan? What happens when wines spoil?

This delicious event will reveal the chemistry behind these questions, invite you to conduct scientific experiments on wine and put what you have learnt into practice by tasting a selection of Queensland wines from local winemakers.

The evening will also include two talks: Antioxidants in Wine (6.00pm) and The Chemistry of Winemaking (6.45pm).

Stay a while, taste some wine and view our exhibitions After Dark. Cash bar and light refreshments available.

Presented by the ARC Centre of Excellence for Free Radical Chemistry http://www.freeradical.org.au/

When: Fri 27 August, 5:00pm – 8:00pm Where: Level 2. Queensland Museum South Bank. Cnr Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Bank, Brisbane QLD 4101. More info ph: 07 3840 7555. Entry: Free. Please book tickets via QTIX : www.qtix.com.au http://www.qtix.com.au/ or 136 246. Tickets at the door subject to availability.

Please join us for a wonderful evening and bring your friends!

For more information about other events during the Science for Life! program visit www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au http://www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au/

This event is supported by the Australian Government as part of National Science Week.

Katherine Griffin

Learning Programs Officer

Public Programs

Equity Referral Officer

queensland museum south bank

po box 3300

south brisbane bc

queensland 4101

t 07 3842 9246

f 07 3840 7607

katherine.griffin@qm.qld.gov.au

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How to survive the 21st century – 18 Aug 2010

As part of our National Science Week program, Queensland Museum South Bank is hosting a special presentation by science broadcaster and journalist, Robyn Williams.

Robyn Williams

The Promise of Miracles: How to survive the 21st century

Join us for a special presentation by one of Australia’s foremost broadcasters and science journalists.

Robyn Williams first Science Show was broadcast in August 1975 and covered the energy crisis, climate change and the plight of forests. After 35 years, has much really changed?

Robyn will talk about the “overselling” of scientific discoveries; the promise of miracles: telemedicine (or you can’t get into the doctors), spectacular drugs (but you’ll have to wait for 5 years), fusion power (but it may take three decades) and life on Mars (no spaceships – only British cops on TV).

So what has turned out to be for real and what are the genuine near miracles we’ll see?

Don’t miss out on this fascinating and entertaining presentation.

When: Wed 18 August, 6.30pm. The Museum will open at 5.45pm, Theatre doors open at 6.15pm. Light refreshments will be available for purchase.

Where: Theatre, Level 2. Queensland Museum South Bank. Cnr Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Bank, Brisbane QLD 4101. More info ph: 07 3840 7555.

Entry: Free but spaces are limited. Please book tickets through QTIX : www.qtix.com.au http://www.qtix.com.au/ or 136 246

For more information about other events during the Science for Life! program visit www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au http://www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au/

This event is supported by the Australian Government as part of National Science Week.

Katherine Griffin

Learning Programs Officer

Public Programs

Equity Referral Officer

queensland museum south bank

po box 3300

south brisbane bc

queensland 4101

t 07 3842 9246

f 07 3840 7607

katherine.griffin@qm.qld.gov.au

www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au http://www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au/

Visit our new website: www.qm.qld.gov.au http://www.qm.qld.gov.au

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