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The key messages for National Science Week are:
- Science, technology and innovation play an integral part in ensuring the well-being of our society and the environmentally sustainable growth of our economy.
- WA researchers and science teachers make outstanding contributions to science and science education.
- Careers in science, mathematics and engineering are interesting and worthwhile.
- Science is enjoyable and valuable, and should be celebrated.
National Science Week Seed Grants
Apply for a $1,000 seed grant to run a National Science Week event, program or activity for the general public.
The WA National Science Week Coordinating Committee has announced 10 seed grants of $1,000 for National Science Week 2010.
If you wish to engage the general public (not schools) in a NEW innovative event, program or activity during National Science Week, you will be eligible to apply for a grant.
More information on the application process for these grants
Inspiring Australia Seed Grants
Apply for a seed grant to run a science event, program or activity as part of the Inspiring Australia WA Calendar.
As a result Inspiring Australia: a national strategy for engagement with the sciences, the 2010 WA National Science Week Coordinating Committee also is pleased to announce that a pool of $12,000 (including GST) is available in the form of seed grants for WA organisations wishing to organise a science related event, activity or program during the period of May – December 2010.
More information on Inspiring Australia grants
Celebrate National Science Week by holding a Brain Break morning tea.
Does your organisation employ scientists, science teachers or lecturers, or rely on scientific knowledge for its projects and products? Then celebrate National Science Week by holding a Brain Break morning tea for your staff. It’s a great opportunity to celebrate achievements, discuss current projects and acknowledge staff within your own organisation.
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Guys Talking Science
WA Male Scientists from the state’s universities, CSIRO, Department of Environment and Conservation, Engineers Australia, Kings Park and Botanic Gardens, Perth Zoo and WA Museum will host a morning tea providing you and your students with a unique opportunity to speak one-on-one with them and receive practical knowledge about science career pathways.
Wednesday August 18
9.45am – 11.45am
The University of Western Australia, Winthrop Hall
Free event with a transport subsidy of up to $100!
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Science Café for Girls
Not to miss out - WA Female Scientists from the state’s universities, CSIRO, Department of Environment and Conservation, Engineers Australia, Kings Park and Botanic Gardens, Perth Zoo and WA Museum will host an afternoon tea providing you and your students with a unique opportunity to speak one-on-one with them and receive practical knowledge about science career pathways.
Wednesday August 18
12.30pm – 2.30pm
The University of Western Australia, Winthrop Hall
Free event with a transport subsidy of up to $100!
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Gecko Optical has kindly donated six Dino-Lite handheld digital microscopes to National Science Week 2010 in Western Australia.
The Dino-Lite AM211 is easy to operate with a simple installation on PC or MAC, has a built-in white LED illumination and is ideal for a wide variety of practical applications in the classroom. It includes a mini-stand to hold the microscope steady over your work providing "hands free" operation as well as a copy of the "DinoCapture" software, enabling you to "capture" either a photograph, video or time-lapsed video with a simple click.
For more information on Gecko Optical or the Dino-Lite go to www.geckooptical.com
Congratulations to the schools below on their successful Dino-lite applications.
The Quintilian School, Mount Claremont
Kojonup District High School, Kojonup
Yiyili aboriginal Community School, Halls Creek
Denmark High School, Denmark
Coolbinia Primary School, Coolbinia
Central Midlands Senior High School, Moora
Are you planning to host an event during National Science Week? Then check out the WA National Science Week Gig Guide 277.23 Kb which provides step-by-step assistance in organising your event.
Print off and place event feedback forms at your event to assist you in improving your event. 376kb.
There are also great resources available on the event organisers page of the Official National Science Week website.
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just wondering i was wanting some oppinions on the national youth science forum but theres nothing about it on this site.
can you help me out?