@nzscifest.bsky.social
Dunedin-based Science Festival feat. talks, shows, workshops, & more!
✨ SciFest dates, 28 June-6 July 2025 ✨
Check out the events here: https://scifest.org.nz/programme
Check out our podcast: nzisf.podbean.com
✨ SciFest dates, 28 June-6 July 2025 ✨
Check out the events here: https://scifest.org.nz/programme
Check out our podcast: nzisf.podbean.com
Are you ready for ONE BIG BIOBLITZ this weekend?
Due to a number of circumstances, including cold and potentially wet weather on Saturday, the CitSciNZ Bioblitz is will merge with the Magnetic Leaves Bioblitz. Join us at 📍 Woodhaugh Gardens on 📅 Sunday 6 July from 11am - 3pm.
Sign up link below!
Due to a number of circumstances, including cold and potentially wet weather on Saturday, the CitSciNZ Bioblitz is will merge with the Magnetic Leaves Bioblitz. Join us at 📍 Woodhaugh Gardens on 📅 Sunday 6 July from 11am - 3pm.
Sign up link below!
July 3, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Are you ready for ONE BIG BIOBLITZ this weekend?
Due to a number of circumstances, including cold and potentially wet weather on Saturday, the CitSciNZ Bioblitz is will merge with the Magnetic Leaves Bioblitz. Join us at 📍 Woodhaugh Gardens on 📅 Sunday 6 July from 11am - 3pm.
Sign up link below!
Due to a number of circumstances, including cold and potentially wet weather on Saturday, the CitSciNZ Bioblitz is will merge with the Magnetic Leaves Bioblitz. Join us at 📍 Woodhaugh Gardens on 📅 Sunday 6 July from 11am - 3pm.
Sign up link below!
🧇 Preeesenting our Women in Science Brunch speakers!
🫐 Treat yourself to a delightful Sunday morning brunch, some casual networking, and short talks from these awe-inspiring women. 🎤
Seats are running out so book while you can: scifest.org.nz/programme/wo...
🫐 Treat yourself to a delightful Sunday morning brunch, some casual networking, and short talks from these awe-inspiring women. 🎤
Seats are running out so book while you can: scifest.org.nz/programme/wo...
July 3, 2025 at 4:02 AM
🧇 Preeesenting our Women in Science Brunch speakers!
🫐 Treat yourself to a delightful Sunday morning brunch, some casual networking, and short talks from these awe-inspiring women. 🎤
Seats are running out so book while you can: scifest.org.nz/programme/wo...
🫐 Treat yourself to a delightful Sunday morning brunch, some casual networking, and short talks from these awe-inspiring women. 🎤
Seats are running out so book while you can: scifest.org.nz/programme/wo...
‼️ We've reopened slots for the CitSciNZ Bioblitz happening on 📅 5 July, 10am-2pm 📍 Woodhaugh Gardens
Book for FREE here: scifest.org.nz/programme/ci...
Book for FREE here: scifest.org.nz/programme/ci...
July 2, 2025 at 3:38 AM
‼️ We've reopened slots for the CitSciNZ Bioblitz happening on 📅 5 July, 10am-2pm 📍 Woodhaugh Gardens
Book for FREE here: scifest.org.nz/programme/ci...
Book for FREE here: scifest.org.nz/programme/ci...
🪽 Join Orokonui staff for a talk about their translocations to return lost species in Returning Taoka. Hear about the highs and lows of this work, and the science behind making these immense projects a success.
📅 4 July 4pm-5pm
📍 Orokonui Ecosanctuary
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📅 4 July 4pm-5pm
📍 Orokonui Ecosanctuary
scifest.org.nz/programme/re...
June 24, 2025 at 2:12 AM
🪽 Join Orokonui staff for a talk about their translocations to return lost species in Returning Taoka. Hear about the highs and lows of this work, and the science behind making these immense projects a success.
📅 4 July 4pm-5pm
📍 Orokonui Ecosanctuary
scifest.org.nz/programme/re...
📅 4 July 4pm-5pm
📍 Orokonui Ecosanctuary
scifest.org.nz/programme/re...
🦭 Explore current research on sea lions & have a say for a sustainable future in Living Alongside Pakake. Hear from the Otago Uni Marine Sciences & Marine Megafauna Research Group, and Coastal People Southern Skies
📅 3 & 4 July 12pm-3pm
📍 Festival Hub at Meridian Mall
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📅 3 & 4 July 12pm-3pm
📍 Festival Hub at Meridian Mall
scifest.org.nz/programme/li...
June 24, 2025 at 2:11 AM
🦭 Explore current research on sea lions & have a say for a sustainable future in Living Alongside Pakake. Hear from the Otago Uni Marine Sciences & Marine Megafauna Research Group, and Coastal People Southern Skies
📅 3 & 4 July 12pm-3pm
📍 Festival Hub at Meridian Mall
scifest.org.nz/programme/li...
📅 3 & 4 July 12pm-3pm
📍 Festival Hub at Meridian Mall
scifest.org.nz/programme/li...
🐧 Join the The Opera science tour to explore our eco-reserve, learn about conservation, and take part in a bird count.
📅 29 June & 6 July, 3pm-4.30pm
📍 The OPERA 45 Pakihau Road, Portobello, Harington Point
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📅 29 June & 6 July, 3pm-4.30pm
📍 The OPERA 45 Pakihau Road, Portobello, Harington Point
scifest.org.nz/programme/sc...
June 24, 2025 at 2:09 AM
🐧 Join the The Opera science tour to explore our eco-reserve, learn about conservation, and take part in a bird count.
📅 29 June & 6 July, 3pm-4.30pm
📍 The OPERA 45 Pakihau Road, Portobello, Harington Point
scifest.org.nz/programme/sc...
📅 29 June & 6 July, 3pm-4.30pm
📍 The OPERA 45 Pakihau Road, Portobello, Harington Point
scifest.org.nz/programme/sc...
Join nature nerd Jenny Chandler for a gentle guided talk that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvinated in Into the Green: Nature for Wellbeing
📅 28 June 1-2.30pm, 1 July, 2pm-3.30pm, 2 July 10am-11.30am, 4 July 12pm-1pm, 6 July 11am-12.30pm
📍 Woodhaugh Gardens
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📅 28 June 1-2.30pm, 1 July, 2pm-3.30pm, 2 July 10am-11.30am, 4 July 12pm-1pm, 6 July 11am-12.30pm
📍 Woodhaugh Gardens
scifest.org.nz/programme/in...
June 24, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Join nature nerd Jenny Chandler for a gentle guided talk that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvinated in Into the Green: Nature for Wellbeing
📅 28 June 1-2.30pm, 1 July, 2pm-3.30pm, 2 July 10am-11.30am, 4 July 12pm-1pm, 6 July 11am-12.30pm
📍 Woodhaugh Gardens
scifest.org.nz/programme/in...
📅 28 June 1-2.30pm, 1 July, 2pm-3.30pm, 2 July 10am-11.30am, 4 July 12pm-1pm, 6 July 11am-12.30pm
📍 Woodhaugh Gardens
scifest.org.nz/programme/in...
Come onboard the MV Sootychaser for a journey through the heart of Dunedin's extinct volcano! 🌋
Port to Port Cruises is holding special trips for the school holidays: Exploring Dunedin's Extinct Volcano.
📅 6 July, 10am-11am AND 11.30am - 12.30pm
Limited spaces:
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Port to Port Cruises is holding special trips for the school holidays: Exploring Dunedin's Extinct Volcano.
📅 6 July, 10am-11am AND 11.30am - 12.30pm
Limited spaces:
scifest.org.nz/programme/ex...
June 24, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Come onboard the MV Sootychaser for a journey through the heart of Dunedin's extinct volcano! 🌋
Port to Port Cruises is holding special trips for the school holidays: Exploring Dunedin's Extinct Volcano.
📅 6 July, 10am-11am AND 11.30am - 12.30pm
Limited spaces:
scifest.org.nz/programme/ex...
Port to Port Cruises is holding special trips for the school holidays: Exploring Dunedin's Extinct Volcano.
📅 6 July, 10am-11am AND 11.30am - 12.30pm
Limited spaces:
scifest.org.nz/programme/ex...
Celebrate Otago's Engineering Heritage: book launch
📅 2 July, 5:30-6:30pm
📍 University Book Shop 378 Great King Street, North Dunedin, Dunedin
scifest.org.nz/programme/ce...
These events are FREE but booking is required through the links above.
📅 2 July, 5:30-6:30pm
📍 University Book Shop 378 Great King Street, North Dunedin, Dunedin
scifest.org.nz/programme/ce...
These events are FREE but booking is required through the links above.
June 24, 2025 at 1:02 AM
Celebrate Otago's Engineering Heritage: book launch
📅 2 July, 5:30-6:30pm
📍 University Book Shop 378 Great King Street, North Dunedin, Dunedin
scifest.org.nz/programme/ce...
These events are FREE but booking is required through the links above.
📅 2 July, 5:30-6:30pm
📍 University Book Shop 378 Great King Street, North Dunedin, Dunedin
scifest.org.nz/programme/ce...
These events are FREE but booking is required through the links above.
Looking for a good yarn? We've got storytime for kids and adults! 📚
Science Storytime with University Book Shop
📅 1-4 July, 9:30-10:00am
📍 Festival Hub - Seminar Space in Meridian Mall
scifest.org.nz/programme/sc...
These events are FREE but booking is required through the links above.
Science Storytime with University Book Shop
📅 1-4 July, 9:30-10:00am
📍 Festival Hub - Seminar Space in Meridian Mall
scifest.org.nz/programme/sc...
These events are FREE but booking is required through the links above.
June 24, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Looking for a good yarn? We've got storytime for kids and adults! 📚
Science Storytime with University Book Shop
📅 1-4 July, 9:30-10:00am
📍 Festival Hub - Seminar Space in Meridian Mall
scifest.org.nz/programme/sc...
These events are FREE but booking is required through the links above.
Science Storytime with University Book Shop
📅 1-4 July, 9:30-10:00am
📍 Festival Hub - Seminar Space in Meridian Mall
scifest.org.nz/programme/sc...
These events are FREE but booking is required through the links above.
🌻 You may be keen to hear the life of Jean Stevens, a pioneering NZ hybridiser of irises and leucadendrons, from award-winning author and technical storyteller Karen Wrigglesworth.
📅 3 July 2025, 2pm-3pm
📍 Festival Hub at Meridian Mall
Register for this FREE seminar:
scifest.org.nz/programme/je...
📅 3 July 2025, 2pm-3pm
📍 Festival Hub at Meridian Mall
Register for this FREE seminar:
scifest.org.nz/programme/je...
June 24, 2025 at 12:57 AM
🌻 You may be keen to hear the life of Jean Stevens, a pioneering NZ hybridiser of irises and leucadendrons, from award-winning author and technical storyteller Karen Wrigglesworth.
📅 3 July 2025, 2pm-3pm
📍 Festival Hub at Meridian Mall
Register for this FREE seminar:
scifest.org.nz/programme/je...
📅 3 July 2025, 2pm-3pm
📍 Festival Hub at Meridian Mall
Register for this FREE seminar:
scifest.org.nz/programme/je...
✒️ Merge your love for arts and science with our poetry events! Time to get some creative juices flowing and meet other poets (of all levels 📜), scientists (of all fields ✨), and everything in between.
Book your tickets here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/se...
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scifest.org.nz/programme/wr...
Book your tickets here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/se...
and
scifest.org.nz/programme/wr...
June 24, 2025 at 12:45 AM
✒️ Merge your love for arts and science with our poetry events! Time to get some creative juices flowing and meet other poets (of all levels 📜), scientists (of all fields ✨), and everything in between.
Book your tickets here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/se...
and
scifest.org.nz/programme/wr...
Book your tickets here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/se...
and
scifest.org.nz/programme/wr...
How does Emersons Brewery go from grains 🌾 to good times 🍻?
💬 Take the Sip & Science tour through Emerson’s Brewery looking at the science of brewing and fermentation. 🍺
We've got events for adults, too! Sign up for this brewery tour here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/si...
💬 Take the Sip & Science tour through Emerson’s Brewery looking at the science of brewing and fermentation. 🍺
We've got events for adults, too! Sign up for this brewery tour here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/si...
June 24, 2025 at 12:39 AM
How does Emersons Brewery go from grains 🌾 to good times 🍻?
💬 Take the Sip & Science tour through Emerson’s Brewery looking at the science of brewing and fermentation. 🍺
We've got events for adults, too! Sign up for this brewery tour here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/si...
💬 Take the Sip & Science tour through Emerson’s Brewery looking at the science of brewing and fermentation. 🍺
We've got events for adults, too! Sign up for this brewery tour here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/si...
We're looking forward (and up! 😉) to all the space-related events coming up.
🔭 Join the Dunedin Astronomical Society in Exploring the Dunedin Night Sky and All Its Wonders.
📅 28-30 June & 4-6 July, 7pm-9pm
📍 Beverly-Begg Observatory
Book tickets before they go!
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🔭 Join the Dunedin Astronomical Society in Exploring the Dunedin Night Sky and All Its Wonders.
📅 28-30 June & 4-6 July, 7pm-9pm
📍 Beverly-Begg Observatory
Book tickets before they go!
scifest.org.nz/programme/ex...
June 24, 2025 at 12:38 AM
We're looking forward (and up! 😉) to all the space-related events coming up.
🔭 Join the Dunedin Astronomical Society in Exploring the Dunedin Night Sky and All Its Wonders.
📅 28-30 June & 4-6 July, 7pm-9pm
📍 Beverly-Begg Observatory
Book tickets before they go!
scifest.org.nz/programme/ex...
🔭 Join the Dunedin Astronomical Society in Exploring the Dunedin Night Sky and All Its Wonders.
📅 28-30 June & 4-6 July, 7pm-9pm
📍 Beverly-Begg Observatory
Book tickets before they go!
scifest.org.nz/programme/ex...
🌈 Take part in an aurora-inspired scavenger hunt! Learn about the science and pūrākau of aurora australis/Te Tahu-nui-a-rangi as you seek out artworks made by local tamariki.
📅 28 June to 6 July, 10am - 4pm
📍 Dunedin Botanic Garden
Read more about the walk here:
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📅 28 June to 6 July, 10am - 4pm
📍 Dunedin Botanic Garden
Read more about the walk here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/hu...
June 24, 2025 at 12:35 AM
🌈 Take part in an aurora-inspired scavenger hunt! Learn about the science and pūrākau of aurora australis/Te Tahu-nui-a-rangi as you seek out artworks made by local tamariki.
📅 28 June to 6 July, 10am - 4pm
📍 Dunedin Botanic Garden
Read more about the walk here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/hu...
📅 28 June to 6 July, 10am - 4pm
📍 Dunedin Botanic Garden
Read more about the walk here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/hu...
🛶 Don't miss out on the Guided Tours at the Ruruku Exhibition at Hocken Collections at the University of Otago with the Hauteruruku ki Puketeraki waka club
📅 2 & 5 July 2025, 11am - 11.45am
📍 Hocken Collections
This event is FREE but booking is required: scifest.org.nz/programme/ru...
📅 2 & 5 July 2025, 11am - 11.45am
📍 Hocken Collections
This event is FREE but booking is required: scifest.org.nz/programme/ru...
June 24, 2025 at 12:33 AM
🛶 Don't miss out on the Guided Tours at the Ruruku Exhibition at Hocken Collections at the University of Otago with the Hauteruruku ki Puketeraki waka club
📅 2 & 5 July 2025, 11am - 11.45am
📍 Hocken Collections
This event is FREE but booking is required: scifest.org.nz/programme/ru...
📅 2 & 5 July 2025, 11am - 11.45am
📍 Hocken Collections
This event is FREE but booking is required: scifest.org.nz/programme/ru...
🦠 Join an insightful talk about COVID-19 and how it continues to affect our daily lives in Life after Covid: Lessons, challenges and the road ahead.
📅 2 July 2025, 5.30pm - 6.45pm
📍 Te Whare o Rukutia
Register here: scifest.org.nz/programme/li...
📅 2 July 2025, 5.30pm - 6.45pm
📍 Te Whare o Rukutia
Register here: scifest.org.nz/programme/li...
June 24, 2025 at 12:32 AM
🦠 Join an insightful talk about COVID-19 and how it continues to affect our daily lives in Life after Covid: Lessons, challenges and the road ahead.
📅 2 July 2025, 5.30pm - 6.45pm
📍 Te Whare o Rukutia
Register here: scifest.org.nz/programme/li...
📅 2 July 2025, 5.30pm - 6.45pm
📍 Te Whare o Rukutia
Register here: scifest.org.nz/programme/li...
🌱 Join us for an inspiring session with Dr Ihirangi Heke as we explore Atua Matua, a unique framework grounded in mātauranga Māori.
💬 Atua Matua is a framework rooted in mātauranga Māori that explores connections between environment and health.
Register here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/at...
💬 Atua Matua is a framework rooted in mātauranga Māori that explores connections between environment and health.
Register here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/at...
June 17, 2025 at 10:52 PM
🌱 Join us for an inspiring session with Dr Ihirangi Heke as we explore Atua Matua, a unique framework grounded in mātauranga Māori.
💬 Atua Matua is a framework rooted in mātauranga Māori that explores connections between environment and health.
Register here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/at...
💬 Atua Matua is a framework rooted in mātauranga Māori that explores connections between environment and health.
Register here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/at...
What are plankton and what secrets are their secrets about the Otago Harbour? Find out in the Seasons in the Sea Seminar. Join Rob Lewis as he explains the latest findings of this participatory science initiative!
Book a slot for plankton analysis & collection here: scifest.org.nz/programme/se...
Book a slot for plankton analysis & collection here: scifest.org.nz/programme/se...
June 17, 2025 at 10:44 PM
What are plankton and what secrets are their secrets about the Otago Harbour? Find out in the Seasons in the Sea Seminar. Join Rob Lewis as he explains the latest findings of this participatory science initiative!
Book a slot for plankton analysis & collection here: scifest.org.nz/programme/se...
Book a slot for plankton analysis & collection here: scifest.org.nz/programme/se...
✨ Science meets fringe in this amalgamation of comedy and quantum in A Flying Photon. Through humour, sequins and sparkles, uncover a bizarre piece of quantum mechanics with Rachel Rayner, Science Explainer
⚠️ Warning: all puns intended.
Register now! scifest.org.nz/programme/a-...
⚠️ Warning: all puns intended.
Register now! scifest.org.nz/programme/a-...
June 17, 2025 at 10:28 PM
✨ Science meets fringe in this amalgamation of comedy and quantum in A Flying Photon. Through humour, sequins and sparkles, uncover a bizarre piece of quantum mechanics with Rachel Rayner, Science Explainer
⚠️ Warning: all puns intended.
Register now! scifest.org.nz/programme/a-...
⚠️ Warning: all puns intended.
Register now! scifest.org.nz/programme/a-...
Introverts? escaped lab monkeys?? 🙈
Find out what's up in An Introvert's Guide to Extroverts!
📅 2 & 3 July 2025, 7.30pm-8.30pm
📍 Barnett Lecture Theatre, Dunedin Public Hospital
📅 4 July 2025, 9pm-10pm
📍 Te Whare o Rukutia
Register through the link below:
scifest.org.nz/programme/an...
Find out what's up in An Introvert's Guide to Extroverts!
📅 2 & 3 July 2025, 7.30pm-8.30pm
📍 Barnett Lecture Theatre, Dunedin Public Hospital
📅 4 July 2025, 9pm-10pm
📍 Te Whare o Rukutia
Register through the link below:
scifest.org.nz/programme/an...
June 17, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Introverts? escaped lab monkeys?? 🙈
Find out what's up in An Introvert's Guide to Extroverts!
📅 2 & 3 July 2025, 7.30pm-8.30pm
📍 Barnett Lecture Theatre, Dunedin Public Hospital
📅 4 July 2025, 9pm-10pm
📍 Te Whare o Rukutia
Register through the link below:
scifest.org.nz/programme/an...
Find out what's up in An Introvert's Guide to Extroverts!
📅 2 & 3 July 2025, 7.30pm-8.30pm
📍 Barnett Lecture Theatre, Dunedin Public Hospital
📅 4 July 2025, 9pm-10pm
📍 Te Whare o Rukutia
Register through the link below:
scifest.org.nz/programme/an...
🧬 What will gene tech look like in the near future? Pop on over and find out in our upcoming panel The Future of Gene Technology.
📅 1 July 2025, 5.30pm - 7pm
📍 Te Whare o Rukutia
🧫 Register here: scifest.org.nz/programme/th...
📅 1 July 2025, 5.30pm - 7pm
📍 Te Whare o Rukutia
🧫 Register here: scifest.org.nz/programme/th...
June 16, 2025 at 4:15 AM
🧬 What will gene tech look like in the near future? Pop on over and find out in our upcoming panel The Future of Gene Technology.
📅 1 July 2025, 5.30pm - 7pm
📍 Te Whare o Rukutia
🧫 Register here: scifest.org.nz/programme/th...
📅 1 July 2025, 5.30pm - 7pm
📍 Te Whare o Rukutia
🧫 Register here: scifest.org.nz/programme/th...
🍷 It may be Monday, but that doesn't mean it's too early to book a wine tasting 😉
🥂 Take a journey through the senses with Dr Jo Burzynska in Sonic Sommellerie: A Multisensory Wine Odyssey.
Limited slots! Register here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/so...
🥂 Take a journey through the senses with Dr Jo Burzynska in Sonic Sommellerie: A Multisensory Wine Odyssey.
Limited slots! Register here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/so...
June 16, 2025 at 1:53 AM
🍷 It may be Monday, but that doesn't mean it's too early to book a wine tasting 😉
🥂 Take a journey through the senses with Dr Jo Burzynska in Sonic Sommellerie: A Multisensory Wine Odyssey.
Limited slots! Register here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/so...
🥂 Take a journey through the senses with Dr Jo Burzynska in Sonic Sommellerie: A Multisensory Wine Odyssey.
Limited slots! Register here:
scifest.org.nz/programme/so...
Come and chat with Otago's real-world science researchers at the University of Otago Science Expo.
Roll up your sleeves and become a scientist in our interactive drop-in space. Perfect for curious minds of all ages!
Check out all the booths you can visit here: scifest.org.nz/programme/un...
Roll up your sleeves and become a scientist in our interactive drop-in space. Perfect for curious minds of all ages!
Check out all the booths you can visit here: scifest.org.nz/programme/un...
June 16, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Come and chat with Otago's real-world science researchers at the University of Otago Science Expo.
Roll up your sleeves and become a scientist in our interactive drop-in space. Perfect for curious minds of all ages!
Check out all the booths you can visit here: scifest.org.nz/programme/un...
Roll up your sleeves and become a scientist in our interactive drop-in space. Perfect for curious minds of all ages!
Check out all the booths you can visit here: scifest.org.nz/programme/un...
Calling all women in science!
Treat yourself to a delightful Sunday brunch, casual networking, and short talks from women working in a range of science fields. There's going to be laughs, sprinkles of life lessons and, of course, pancakes!
🥐Book a spot while you can!
scifest.org.nz/programme/wo...
Treat yourself to a delightful Sunday brunch, casual networking, and short talks from women working in a range of science fields. There's going to be laughs, sprinkles of life lessons and, of course, pancakes!
🥐Book a spot while you can!
scifest.org.nz/programme/wo...
June 15, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Calling all women in science!
Treat yourself to a delightful Sunday brunch, casual networking, and short talks from women working in a range of science fields. There's going to be laughs, sprinkles of life lessons and, of course, pancakes!
🥐Book a spot while you can!
scifest.org.nz/programme/wo...
Treat yourself to a delightful Sunday brunch, casual networking, and short talks from women working in a range of science fields. There's going to be laughs, sprinkles of life lessons and, of course, pancakes!
🥐Book a spot while you can!
scifest.org.nz/programme/wo...