Blog archive: Science
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Transforming the humble glass microscope slide into a diagnostic lab
In conversation with NanoMslide, winner of the 2022 ANSTO Eureka Prize for Innovative Use of Technology.
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Dr Tess Reynolds: improving the view for surgeons
In conversation with Dr Tess Reynolds, winner of the 2022 Macquarie University Eureka Prize for Outstanding Early Career Researcher.
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Exploring Antarctica through the lens of the climate crisis
In conversation with Dr Jackson Ryan, winner of the 2022 Australian Museum Eureka Prize for Science Journalism.
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Yellow coffin from Akhmim
A mummy, well wrapped in bandages in a painted coffin without a lid from Thebes in Egypt, was gifted to the Museum in 1912 by brewer, politician, and philanthropist, Robert Lucas-Tooth.
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From smashing strawberries to marvellous minerals – what a wonderful week of Sydney Science Trail!
Each year the Australian Museum celebrates National Science Week, and for the first time in two years, we were able to hold this science extravaganza on site! Learn how our scientists took part in this jam-packed week.
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Reducing the burden of diarrhoeal disease
In conversation with Professor Julie Bines, winner of the 2021 Australian Infectious Diseases Research Centre Eureka Prize for Infectious Diseases Research.
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Patient Zero: stories of disease outbreaks
In conversation with Joel Werner and Olivia Willis, co-winners of the 2021 Australian Museum Eureka Prize for Science Journalism.
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The teenage filmmaker with a flair for science communication
In conversation with Jonathan D., winner of the 2021 University of Sydney Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize – Secondary.
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Digitising and conserving fragile materials: the Australian Museum archaeology collection
We take a behind the scenes look at the process of digitising and conserving fragile objects in the First Nations Archaeology collection – an ongoing collaborative project with the AM's Collection Care and Conservation team.
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Counting frogs counts as critical climate action
Something remarkable happens when we see another species’ predicament with the same compassion as we might see our own.
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Exploring the science behind super volcanoes
In conversation with Scarlett O. and Scarlett P., winners of the 2021 University of Sydney Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize – Primary.
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The echidna expert committed to community-based research
In conversation with Professor Frank Grutzner from EchidnaCSI Team, finalist in the 2021 Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources Eureka Prize for Innovation in Citizen Science
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Raising awareness of coral bleaching
In conversation with Zara M., awarded second place in the 2021 University of Sydney Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize – Primary.
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Michael Abbott’s generous donation 2021
Balinese Collection expanded – an inspiring case of sharing personal passion for common benefit.
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Empowering early childhood educators
In conversation with Sibylle Seidler from Little Scientists Australia, finalist in the 2021 Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources Eureka Prize for STEM Inclusion.