Tag: Science
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Manawa Energy – Renewable Hydro Energy
Manawa Energy – Come and pit hydro, solar and wind energy against each other on the Manawa Energy Race Track, get hands-on with some of our hydrologists and check out our model of a hydro dam and learn about how the elver elevator could help our native tuna (eels). Manawa Energy is focused on on…
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Tinkd Makerspace
STEM Wana Trust – If you love tinkering and taking things apart then you’re a maker. Come discover more about robotics, 3D printing, laser cutting, vinyl signage and clothing, textiles, electronics, computing and so much more. Get hands on and practical with our makers.
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School of Science – Marine Science
University of Waikato School of Science – Watch multi-coloured Chemical experiments and take part in a real-life Marine Invaders game.
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Engineering with Beca
Beca – Come and discover how engineers find solutions for transportation – by road, air and water.
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AUT – Engineering, Computer and Science
Auckland University of Technology – Explore new technologies and sciences, challenge routine thinking and solve problems in new ways at AUT, New Zealand’s leading modern university. Have you photo taken with a whale using augmented reality at the AUT’s School of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical sciences stand and learn about the environment through fun interactive…
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Ultraviolet Radiation- What is it and how does it affect us?
Waikato / Bay of Plenty Cancer Society – Find out how Ultraviolet Radiation works, and learn more about why it is important to protect yourself from the sun!
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Measuring brain development and the origins of psychology
UoW School of Psychology – In this exhibit, we look at the changes in human development and brain development during pregnancy up until birth. We discuss how this relates to early psychological functioning and sensory capacities and what this means for psychology later in life.
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House of Science
House of Science NZ – Often it’s easy to miss what’s going on around us – especially on a smaller microscopic level. Come explore the details of everyday objects and discover the intricacies and beauty that lay within.
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NZ Aquabot challenge
Ministry of Inspiration – NZAquaBots is New Zealand’s only underwater robotics programme. At this workshop, participants will be able to design engineer at ‘hackabot’ to complete a challenge underwater! Can you collect kai? Can you save the trapped dolphin? Test your skills and see if you can! Microbots – This hands-on activity will have participants…
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Analytica Laboratories
Analytica Laboratories – Analytica will be running pipetting challenges with full lab gear races. The fastest to pipette primary colours into green wins! This is paired with an interactive puzzle to learn about laboratory work.
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Giant bubbles
STEM Wana Trust – Bubble blowing is a fun example of chemistry! We invite visitors to experiment with homemade giant bubble wands and discover a bit of math, engineering, and science (chemistry and physics) as well as having lots of fun.
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Science at Home with Rebecca
STEM Wana Trust x Rebecca Prestidge – Science at home! A fun and interactive workshop where we bring the science lab to you where you become the scientist and participate in different experiments that are not only science but can also be done at home using items you will find in the pantry!