Saving Species, Saving the World: Moreton Minds Science Week Seminar
Published 13 August 2024
City of Moreton Bay is in for a treat to celebrate National Science Week, with a special seminar focusing on species survival.
The free evening event will be held on Thursday 15 August from 6.15pm at Redcliffe Library, as part of Moreton Minds Science Week.
The Species Survival panel discussion, will see three UniSc scientists share unique perspectives on how science might just help save the world we live in and will be chaired by Professor Karen Becker, Head of Moreton Bay UniSC Campus.
City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery said the Moreton Minds Science Week, was a rewarding partnership between the University of the Sunshine Coast and City of Moreton Bay Libraries, that gave back to locals.
“Lifesaving and groundbreaking species research is happening right here in Moreton Bay,” Mayor Peter Flannery said.
“This is your chance to hear from three truly passionate Moreton Bay based scientists, as they talk all things healthy people, healthy planet and species survival.”
Expert panellists are:
- Dr. Clare Stawski: Ecophysiologist and Senior Lecturer in terrestrial vertebrate ecology Dr. Stawski is interested in how animals deal with environmental challenges, particularly detrimental weather and conditions that create food and water shortages. Dr. Stawski will discuss how some physiological traits may help or hinder animals in the face of environmental change.
- Dr. Libby Swanepoel: Senior Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics, Dr. Swanepoel has an expertise in aquatic food systems and their crucial role in the health and sustainability of people and the planet. She will focus on seaweed, its importance in marine ecosystem restoration, and its role in human survival through livelihood resilience and food and nutrition security.
- Dr. Trong Tran: Senior Lecturer in Organic Chemistry at Dr. Tran has discovered several novel anticancer compounds from plant, marine, and microbial organisms. His current research focuses on the discovery of bioactive compounds from natural sources (plants, microorganisms, bee products, and aquaculture products) with antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and wound healing properties. He will share his research on how propolis, a material found in beeswax and currently discarded by most Australian beekeepers, can be used for various potential benefits.
In time for Science Week too is Australia in Space - Earth and Beyond, a Questacon touring exhibition, at the Redcliffe Museum, running until 3 November 2024.
To book your free ticket to Moreton Minds: National Science Week, visit Moreton Minds: National Science Week - Redcliffe - Moreton Bay Libraries