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Making waves
When the first ever gravitational wave was detected, we were there. Hear what it meant to our scientists.
Stay up-to-date with the latest from the world of Monash Science.
New materials inspired by nature could be key to future electronics
Self-assembled nanostructures have atomically-precise structure and tailored electronic properties.
Monash chemists drive birth of a new field of chemistry
In a scientific world-first, work by Monash chemists has paved the way for the birth of a completely new field of chemistry.
Six Monash Science researchers become ARC Future Fellows
Science researchers have won almost half of the ARC Future Fellowships awarded to Monash University – an outstanding achievement for the Faculty of Science, which has propelled the University into first place nationally in the list of Future Fellows announced yesterday.
Monash plant science discovery may unlock treatment strategies for genetic diseases in humans
Monash plant scientists have discovered a new molecular mechanism of gene regulation, which could have major implications for the development of treatment strategies for Friedreich’s ataxia – a debilitating genetic disorder that causes damage to the nervous system.
Study finds new blueprint for El Niño diversity
An international study involving Monash climate scientists has identified key mechanisms that cause El Niño events to differ amongst each other.
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Tomorrow, 5.30 pm: Who will be crowned the winner of the Monash 3MT competition? Come and cheer our #MonashScience3MT winner Avinash Gaikwad from the School of Biological Sciences as he competes against other faculty reps for a chance to represent our University in Queensland! #scicomm #Monash3MT Monash Graduate Research Office #scicomm
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What can honours in science do for you? Honours is an opportunity for students to develop their skills as scientists, as well as building valuable career experience and providing a foundation for higher studies. Find out more at the Faculty of Science Honours Information Session on the 16th of August, 1pm to 2pm. Register here: https://my.monash.edu.au/news-and-events/bookings/facsci/view/240168/
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Research by Monash marine biologists are providing new insights about how to manage fisheries. http://bit.ly/2r4FqD5 #scienceweek #research
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An internship is your first step in your professional career. Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is a great way to supplement your degree and gain valuable practical experience within the industry while still receiving credit for study. Students can self-source internships in host organisations, helping to further skills in communication as well as fundamental scientific practice. The WIL Information Session is on today from 5pm to 6pm in S12. More info: https://www.monash.edu/science/current-students/internship-units
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Looking to develop your professional communication skills and employability? Try Workplace Talk, a set of free workshops for all students. Expand your skills in: - Language for interviews and job applications - Communicating with your colleagues - Networking Attend all sessions to be invited to an exclusive career networking event with industry specialists. Register here: https://www.monash.edu/english-connect/language-for-employment
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Friday, 17 Aug, 5 pm @monashunilib at the Matheson: Join @MonashAstro astrophysicist Dr @JasminaGalloway and PhD st… https://t.co/f81qwKysEJ
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Tune in today 9.15 am on ABC Radio Ballarat 107.9 FM to hear from our @MonashGC students on their research. https://t.co/kgFNRKtvOd
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Setting off on a fun tour of some of our city’s mathematical architecture with Associate Professor Burkard Polster.… https://t.co/qRHyT381FB
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16 Aug, 7 pm, 9 Rainforest Walk: It wasn’t a dark and stormy night but an Indonesian volcanic eruption that inspired Mary Shelley to write the gothic horror novel Frankenstein. @monasheae Dr James Driscoll will explore the science behind volcanic eruptions and whether such catastrophes can happen in Victoria in this talk. http://bit.ly/2Oo4VbE #scienceweek
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RT @volcanojulie: We made it to the Greensand beach on the south point of Hawaii. Beautiful spot. #geology #science #volcano #olivine #gre…
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14 Aug, 6 pm: #Melbourne is full of #maths! Let mathematician Associate Professor Burkard Polster take you on a whirlwind tour of our city’s architecture that’s inspired by maths. Eventbrite link http://bit.ly/2M5xaiv Image credit: @federationsquare #scienceweek #architecture #fedsquare
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All lit up and glowing in the twilight... #Throwback to last week when we were preparing for one of the biggest weekends of the year and spoke to many students and parents about what’s it like to study with us. 📸: @oo0vic0oo #choosemonashscience #monashopenday #monashscienceprecinct #science #monashscience
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13 Aug, 7 pm (G9 lecture room, 9 Rainforest Walk) Could you survive on a hostile planet? Test your knowledge and skills at this interactive talk hosted by our astrophysicists, followed by an evening of stargazing! 🔭🌟 http://bit.ly/2MwfOYl #scienceweek #Mars