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Join us for Pint of Science, where research leaves the lab and lands in the pub. Grab a drink, order a meal, and settle in for a night of engaging, down-to-earth talks from local researchers sharing what they do and why it matters — no science background required.
Between talks, get involved in a mini game or two, test your knowledge, and stick around for the chance to win some fun prizes.
It’s the perfect mix of good conversation, interesting ideas, and a relaxed night out. Come along with friends or fly solo — you’ll leave having learned something new (and prob…
Join us for Pint of Science, where research leaves the lab and lands in the pub. Grab a drink, order a meal, and settle in for a night of engaging, down-to-earth talks from local researchers sharing what they do and why it matters — no science background required.
Between talks, get involved in a mini game or two, test your knowledge, and stick around for the chance to win some fun prizes.
It’s the perfect mix of good conversation, interesting ideas, and a relaxed night out. Come along with friends or fly solo — you’ll leave having learned something new (and prob…
Goodbye Microplastics: The Power of Biodegradable Microcapsules
Martin Zaki
(Chemist with 7 years’ industry experience in microcapsule technologies. PhD in protein materials, inspired by silkworm silk to develop tougher, energy-efficient, and biodegradable fibres for sustainable applications.)
Microplastics are everywhere: from our oceans to our food. But what if we could replace them entirely? This talk explores biodegradable microcapsules, a new class of materials designed to deliver the same functionality without leaving a lasting footprint. Discover how these tiny innovations could transform industries and help protect ecosystems, paving the way toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.
Symmetry - when nature repeats its good ideas
Toen Castle
(Toen is an applied maths lecturer and researcher at La Trobe University. He collaborates with chemists, physicists, engineers, artists, architects, fashion designers and more across the globe.)
Your left hand mirrors your right. Rotate a snowflake, tile a bathroom floor — nature builds wildly different structures from a small set of moves. We'll explore these symmetry operations and learn nature's rules.
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