13 weird and scary animals to haunt your dreams
In the spirit of Halloween, here are 13 spooky, strange or just disgusting creatures. Some of these scary animals have even inspired some bizarre scientific studies.
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The 10 strangest, spookiest and scariest science studies
In honour of Halloween, we’ve dug up some spooky science studies which scientists have carried out to try and explain our reactions to fear and the occult.
Organic electronics are lighting up the future
Two Uni of Newcastle students tell us about the Centre of Organic Electronics Winter School and the world of light emitting devices, solar cars and environmental biosensors.
Getting smart with skills at Questacon
Careers in science aren’t always about research. Find out what a career in science communication looks like with the Questacon Smart Skills Initiative!
What kind of scientist are you?
The University of Newcastle Science degrees mean you can become whatever type of scientist you like. Get your career inspiration right here, with the 10 different types of scientists you could become.
Here are the UNSW Bragg Writing Prize winners for 2018
This year’s UNSW Science Bragg Writing Prize was themed around ‘Technology and Tomorrow’. This year’s winners weren’t lacking in creative interpretation. Read about cyborgs and transhumanism, accessibility in tech and 40 years of MRI technology.
Which planet are you?
The planets were mostly named after the Roman gods, so it’s sort of like they have a personality… right? Take our planet quiz to find out which planet you are!
Which chemical reaction are you?
This chemical reactions quiz ain’t your usual chemistry test! Find out which fiery, bubbly or messy chemical reaction you are, and what it says about your personality.
All the coolest discoveries from the Eureka Prize 2018
Here are the coolest discoveries and inventions from this year’s Australian Museum Eureka Prize! There’s an app that helps you discover new species, super-accurate new ways to detect cancer and a sticky solution to stitches.
Are maggots the solution to sustainability?
Olympia Yarger, CEO and founder of Goterra, is producing food waste solutions by feeding maggots on unused food and agricultural waste to make livestock feed.
Want a life changing summer break? Build your ideas at the Questacon Invention Convention!
The National Questacon Invention Convention is an all-expenses paid, five-day workshop in Canberra for budding young inventors and innovators!
Uni open day game plan
Uni open day is your chance to find out if a university is right for you. Check out our guide to make sure you get the info you need on the day!