Surprising science: borrowed ideas leading to unimagined consequences

The Australian Academy of Science 2022 annual speaker series "Surprising science: borrowed ideas leading to unimagined consequences" will uncover remarkable stories of breakthroughs, new technologies and unexpected outcomes - born from scientific disciplines borrowing each other's ideas.

See how discoveries from our everyday lives inspired scientific solutions in ways you could not imagine.

Join researchers, innovators, industry experts, social scientists and more to be surprised by science in 2022!

Series passes will allow you to enjoy the entire series of six events across the year, and they are available until 5pm on Friday 4 February.

The Shine Dome Series Pass will allow you to attend in person at the iconic Shine Dome and enjoy refreshments before the talk. The Online Series Pass will allow you to watch all events online, from the comfort of your own home.

The dates for the six events are;

Tuesday 8 February - Join Dr Adam Cross (Curtin University) and Professor Chiara Neto (University of Sydney) to uncover the surprising science of carnivorous plants.
Tuesday 12 April
Tuesday 14 June
Tuesday 9 August
Tuesday 11 October
Tuesday 13 December

The series is generously supported by Hauberg & Co.

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