May 12, 2017 11:28 am
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I’m an astrophysicist at the University of Sydney, working on transient radio sources: astronomical objects that vary on rapid timescales. These include extreme events like supernovae and gamma-ray bursts, as well as flaring stars and pulsars. My research is data-driven, I conduct surveys on telescopes like the Murchison Widefield Array, processing terabytes of data to… Read more
May 9, 2017 3:26 pm
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Nate Byrne, NYSF alumnus (NYSF 2001) and newly-minted TV breakfast meteorologist – yes, the weather guy – from ABC News Breakfast, was the keynote speaker at the NYSF Next Step Melbourne alumni event in March. In the first of two alumni events supported by IP Australia in 2017, and hosted by The University of Melbourne,… Read more
May 9, 2017 11:58 am
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Lockheed Martin Australia’s STELaRLaB hosted 15 NYSF 2017 participants as part of the Melbourne Next Step program in March. This was a unique opportunity to see what a world-leading R&D facility is like and learn about the kinds of work being undertaken by the researchers there. The STELaRLaB is the first such facility to be… Read more
May 5, 2017 3:50 pm
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If you’re thinking about applying for the NYSF 2018 Year 12 Program but are not sure about the cost – our Equity Scholarships may help you on your way. The scholarship will award up to 40 students $1,000 each towards their fee to attend the Program. The NYSF Equity Scholarships are designed to encourage young… Read more
May 2, 2017 4:21 pm
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Twelve years have passed since I was fortunate enough to attend the National Youth Science Forum, and what a ride it has been so far! Looking back, I feel so lucky to have interacted with so many amazing people and to have been inspired by each one of them to better reach my own goals…. Read more
May 1, 2017 11:00 am
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2017 is set to be a big year for the NYSF with the launch of a new pilot program, NYSF STEM Explorer. The program is a collaborative initiative between the South Australian Department of Education and Child Development (DECD) and the NYSF, with additional seed funding provided by the Commonwealth Department of Industry, Innovation and… Read more
April 28, 2017 4:00 pm
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Superstars of STEM is a fantastic opportunity for female NYSF alumni who are interested in developing their communication, presentation and media engagement skills. Science & Technology Australia is now accepting applications for the inaugural Superstars of STEM. The professional development program aims to smash society’s gender assumptions about scientists and increase the public visibility of women in… Read more
April 28, 2017 3:50 pm
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During the NYSF 2017 January Sessions students turned their love of chocolate into a fundraising event. Through the sale of chocolates during session, NYSF students raised $1000, and elected to sponsor a ShelterBox. What is a ShelterBox you may ask? ShelterBox is an international disaster relief charity that delivers emergency shelter and vital aid to people… Read more
April 21, 2017 10:54 am
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On Friday 24 March the NYSF had the privilege to be a part of the World Science Festival Brisbane, hosting our very own event “Five Minutes with Your Future”. The event ran three separate sessions in a speed-date-a-scientist format, with NYSF and University of Queensland alumni speaking to small groups of Year 9-12 high school… Read more
April 7, 2017 12:50 pm
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What do you get when you put most of the Rotary District Chair’s (DC) throughout Australia all into one room? A whole lot of conversation! In March, the National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) held its biennial Rotary DC’s Conference at the Australian National University (ANU) in Canberra. The districts were well represented with 18 of… Read more