From Micro Forces to Market Forces

Never heard of a magnetic skyrmion? You're not alone! These are tiny swirls in magnetic materials that are only a few atoms wide. They were only measured for the first time around 10 years ago. Come along to find out what exactly magnetic skyrmions are, and how they may help us obtain smaller and lower power computers.

Dr Karen Livesey moved to the University of Newcastle in 2020 after almost 10 years in Colorado, USA. She is a theoretical physicist who studies magnetic nano-materials. In 2023 and 2024 she is a national Superstar of STEM supported by Science and Technology Australia.

The Geography of Jobs unpacks the underlying drivers behind the region’s employment trends and will delve into the spatial disparity in employment needs, highlights issues for decision-makers across key sectors, and considers the challenges and opportunities for the road ahead

Amanda Wetzel is the Director of Research Programs at the Institute for Regional Futures. She is a qualified urban and regional planner, specialising in strategic land use planning and policy development. Amanda has extensive experience working in state and local governments in Australia.