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8:00am
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Registration
Economics & Commerce Foyer |
9:00am
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Keynote 6
Mr Tom Evison
Acting Deputy Director
Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education
Proudly sponsored by the Australian Council for
Educational Research
Copland Theatre
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10:30am |
Morning tea and trade displays |
11:00am |
BLOCK 7 Sessions
EXCURSIONS 6, 7 & 8 |
12:00noon |
BLOCK 8 Sessions
EXCURSIONS 6, 7 & 8 Cont'd |
1:00pm |
Lunch and trade displays |
2:00pm |
BLOCK 9 Sessions |
3:00-4:00pm
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CONASTA 55 Presentation
Special Event - Freshen up your science with Dr Andi
and the Fresh Scientists
Closing Ceremony
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Legend:
| Plenary Sessions |
| Concurrent Sessions |
| Special Sessions |
| Breaks |
| Special Events |
* cost included in full registration. Additional tickets can be purchased for guests. See registration form.
** cost included in registration. See registration form.
*Welcome Function
Sunday 3rd July,
5.30-7.30pm
Rydges, Carlton
A chance to meet old friends and make new ones. A great way to start the CONASTA week over a glass of wine and refreshments. Followed by a short walk to Lygon Street restaurants or the chance to experience something new.
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Science on tap
Sunday 3rd July, 7.30pm - late
DiMattina's Restaurant, 306 Lygon St , Carlton
‘Science on Tap' is a new public event where issues in science are discussed over in an engaging, informative and light-hearted vein. Developed by the editors of Cosmos, a new Australian popular science magazine, it brings topical issues together with the leading thinkers of the day for a night of debate, discussion and a bit of a laugh. Questions are encouraged, audience interaction valued, and prizes are offered! We invite you to enjoy this special CONASTA 54 event: “The Beginners Guide to Immortality”.
There will be a set menu available at $20 per head – garlic bread, pasta plates, fruit platters, payable on the night.
Please RSVP with numbers, and if you would like the meal, to rachel@lunamedia.com.au.
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**Happy Hour
Monday 4th July, 5.00-6.00pm
Grand Buffet Hall, Union House
Sponsored by Biotechnology Australia; a great opportunity to view the displays and to catch up with friends.
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Scienceworks
Monday 4th July,
6.00-8.00pm
Scienceworks Museum, Spotswood
Melbourne 's own hands-on science museum. A bus ride across the Westgate bridge to view the exhibitions, experience the NEW digital full-dome projection system of the recently upgraded Melbourne Planetarium and enjoy Sciencework's hospitality. Buses will drop you off at Docklands and Lygon St restaurants on the return trip.
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Biology Breakfast
Tuesday 5th July,
7.00-8.30am
GTAC, Parkville
Sponsored by the Gene Technology Access Centre. View the new facilities at GTAC, sample activities and hear Prof Roger Strugnell talk on bioscience and education.
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Beginning and Early Career Teachers' Breakfast
Tuesday 5th July,
7.00-8.30am
Raymond Priestley Room, Union House
An opportunity for beginning and early career teachers of science from across Australia to get together, share experiences and think about ‘What next?'
Chris has designed and presented extension education programs for students and teachers for over 12 years. He will discuss the myriad of options available to teachers, how and when to use them and how to get the best out of the experience.
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**Happy Hour
Tuesday 5th July,
5.00-6.00pm
Grand Buffet Hall, Union House
Sponsored by University of Melbourne. Meet and greet our university hosts, view the displays and catch up with friends.
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*Stanhope Oration
Tuesday 5th July,
7.00-9.30pm
Copland Theatre, Economics & Commerce Building
The Stanhope Oration and supper are always highlights of CONASTA. Professor Peter Doherty, Nobel Laureate, world renowned researcher in the field of immunology and medicine and patron of ASTA, will inform and inspire.
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Laboratory Technicians' Breakfast
Wednesday 6th July,
7.00-8.30am
Raymond Priestley Room, Union House
Details to follow.
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Primary Breakfast
Wednesday 6th July,
7.00-8.30am
Melbourne Zoo
The Discovery and Learning team welcomes some 75000 face to face school visitors and 45000 non lesson visitors per year via a range of interactive and active learning programs. DISCOVER and LEARN on a journey through many exciting programs and projects. Experience hands-on MAGIC MOMENTS that so many school children and visitors take away with them after a visit to the zoo.
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CONASTA Dinner
Wednesday 6th July,
7.00pm–midnight
Heritage-listed Plaza Ballroom, 191 Collins Street, Melbourne
Tread the red carpet and follow the footsteps of the stars! Experience one of Melbourne's treasures that will amaze and delight you. Shake out the suits and frocks for a stylish evening. Enjoy the hospitality that Melbourne has to offer; great food and great company. Dance the night away to the music of a top band.
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