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Quarks, Sparks and Quantum Mysteries | Lisa Harvey-Smith

Have you ever wondered about atoms, wormholes, and antimatter? Our universe is governed by the laws of science, but nature can still act in unexpected ways. Quantum physics has helped us solve some BIG cosmic mysteries and there are still so many secrets waiting to be uncovered. Meet the invisible forces that guide everything from the smallest particles to the shape of the cosmos. Blow your mind with theories of space and time. Travel through the galaxies to discover black holes, gravitational waves, strange stars and so much more with Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith and her trusted guinea pig guide, Biscuit.

For ages 8-12 years, this exciting new book, illustrated by Aidan Ryan, is perfect to light a spark and deepen an understand of the mysteries of the scientific world for those curious primary school minds.

Aimed at parents and teachers, this event will dicuss communicating physics and science to kids in fun and effective ways.

Lisa Harvey-Smith is an astrophysicist, science communicator, Professor of Practice and former Australian Government Women in STEM Ambassador. She is the author of seven science books for adults and children. Over the past 20 years she has given hundreds of talks at schools, conferences, STEM events, science and writers festivals, museums, planetariums, public shows and presented astronomy on television shows and documentaries including ABC Stargazing Live.