2026 Immersia: Pollen Immersia

The science is in the air. Literally.

Pollen has a reputation for making noses twitch, but there's much more to these tiny travellers than sneezes and sniffles. These microscopic grains keep plants flourishing, shape our environment and reveal surprising stories about the world around us.

Stop and smell the science as you explore the fascinating world of pollen through hands-on demos, interactive games, giant 3D-printed pollen models and conversations with ANU experts.

Meet the researchers behind Canberra's daily pollen count, discover how pollen forecasting helps people manage hay fever and asthma, and uncover the science floating all around us.

Whether you're a budding botanist, a curious student, an allergy veteran or simply fascinated by the invisible world around us, you'll discover why pollen is nothing to sneeze at.

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