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Science, but make it social
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…
The social contract between paramedics and the public - exposed by the pandemic
Cameron Anderson
(Dr Cam Anderson is a paramedic and academic who explores how ambulance services adapt when everything goes wrong. His work guides more resilient emergency planning.)
How COVID reshaped what the public expects from paramedics, and what that means for keeping crews safe while planning for the next big health crisis.
Somebody to Love: What AI Relationships Reveal About Us
Alexia Maddox
(Dr Alexia Maddox is a sociologist of technology and Senior Lecturer at La Trobe University. She researches digital frontiers and human-technology encounters, with the presentation focus on how emerging AI is reshaping our social and emotional lives.)
AI companions are filling a gap in human connection — but what are they actually giving us? A sociologist of technology explores the hunger underneath our digital relationships.
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