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Pint of Science returns to Sydney, bringing scientists ready to share their latest discoveries and ideas in pubs across the city. Come along for a casual evening where you can grab a drink and some food, hear from researchers, ask questions and be part of the conversation. The only thing you need to bring is your curiosity - no scientific knowledge required!
POV: You're a sea turtle that just hatched.
Davey Dor
(Doctoral Researcher, UNSW)
We know the start of a sea turtle hatchling’s journey is tough, encountering predators on the crawl to the ocean. But what if there’s more to their story we don’t fully understand? Tiny “backpacks” help reveal what we couldn’t see before.
We already know what works… So why isn't it working?
Dr Maria Gonzalez
(Maria is a postdoctoral fellow at UNSW's School of Population Health, working on the Implementation to Impact team. Her research focuses on closing the gap between health evidence and real-world practice - especially in cancer and mental health)
We spend billions figuring out what treatments and interventions actually help people — then barely use them. It takes an average of 17 years for research evidence to reach everyday practice. Implementation science is the field trying to close that gap, and it's more fascinating (and more frustrating) than you'd think. Grab a pint and find out why knowing the answer is only half the battle.
From Landfill to Liquid Fuel: How a 3D‑Printed Reactor Could Clean Up Methane
Christopher Barnett
(Christopher is a lecturer at the University of Sydney, working on electrochemical methane conversion and open‑source scientific hardware. His work focuses on finding solutions for sustainability, and making advanced chemical research accessible, affordable, and scalable.)
Methane is one of the most powerful greenhouse gases, and much of it escapes from landfills. I’ve developed an open‑source, 3D‑printed electrochemical reactor called openGDE/Bayadjamara. I use it to study catalysts that convert that waste methane into methanol, a liquid fuel that’s easy to store, transport, and use. This talk explores how low‑cost tools can accelerate climate‑relevant chemistry and open the door to community‑driven innovation.
Dr Karl
Dr Karl Kruszelnicki
(Scientist, doctor and engineer whose fun-loving personality and gift for storytelling led him to become a well-known author and science communicator.)
We’re thrilled to announce that Dr Karl will be joining Pint of Science Australia this Monday at the Coach & Horse Hotel in Sydney!
A science communicator, author and national treasure, Dr Karl has inspired generations of curious minds across Australia, and this is your chance to see him live as part of the festival.
If you've ever wanted to be in the same room as one of Australia's most recognisable scientists, this is your chance, Dr Karl will be delivering a special opening talk to kick off the night before our incredible lineup of researchers take the stage.
A science communicator, author and national treasure, Dr Karl has inspired generations of curious minds across Australia, and this is your chance to see him live as part of the festival.
If you've ever wanted to be in the same room as one of Australia's most recognisable scientists, this is your chance, Dr Karl will be delivering a special opening talk to kick off the night before our incredible lineup of researchers take the stage.
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