Seminars conferences and workshopsKnowledge Translation for Doctoral and Early Career Researchers

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Flinders’ Doctoral students and ECRs have the opportunity to upskill in Knowledge Translation (KT) during the week of 4 March 2019.

Theoretical and practically-inspired sessions will focus on how to integrate KT into research and grant applications in health, nursing, social sciences and humanities.

This initiative is part of a five day Intensive for DrPH students in CMPH which is being opened for Flinders’ Doctoral and ECRs. Doctoral supervisors are also welcome. 

Most research is never used. Grants require evidence of impact. KT can help.

Open sessions at 10.00 am – 12:00 pm daily include:

 

Monday March 4: 'Push, pull and exchange – The research on research use'.
This session introduces the science and practice of KT

Tuesday March 5: 'Nothing as practical as a good theory'.
This session explores theoretical underpinnings and theories of change informing KT

Wednesday March 6: 'How to make friends and influence policy'.
This session discusses the ‘how to’ and value of exchanges with research users

Thursday March 7: 'How to explain your research at a party'.
This session shares skills for effectively communicating to broader audiences

Thursday March 7, 1pm: ‘Show me the logic – mapping research with logic models'.
This session demystifies logic models for research and evaluation using a practical example

Friday March 8: 'Knowledge translation and your career'.
A session to explore international trends and how to build KT into a research career


Presenters include Dr Tahna Pettman, Professor Colin MacDougall, Professor Alison Kitson and researchers from the Southgate Institute for Health, Society and Equity.

Register by noting your preferred session and email by 28 February to: tahna.pettman@flinders.edu.au.

Seminars conferences and workshops2 Day Master-classes and Workshops with ACSPRI in Melbourne

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The Australian Consortium for Social and Political Research Incorporated (ACSPRI) are offering several 2 day master-classes and workshops in their Melbourne office in the first half of the year. These courses are specialised, small group (max of 12-14) and very hands on.

If you'd like more information about any of the courses they are offering this year, follow the links for a detailed syllabus, and please contact info@acspri.org.au or 03 8376 6496. Flinders University is a member of ACSPRI.

 

Collecting, Managing and Analysing Qualitative Interiew Data with Professor Carol Grbich: 14-15 March 
Addressing the practicalities of collecting, managing and analysing data from Face to Face and Focus Group interviews, in this course will prepare and practice individual & group qualitative interviewing, qualitative question design and analysis of your data.

 

The Who, The What and the How of Moderating Focus Groups with Bianca Plunkett: 28-29 March
This 'hands on' course is designed for those of you familiar with qualitative research, who want to further your understanding around the mechanics of setting up and moderating focus group based research projects. The course is also useful for those of you who may be responsible for, or need to commission qualitative research. 

 

Surviving SPSS: a step by step guide to data Analysis using SPSS with Associate Professor Julie Pallant: 2-3 May
Presented by the author of the SPSS Survival Manual: A step by step guide to data analysis using SPSS, this course is designed for people who have little, or no, experience with SPSS, particularly those involved in research in the social and health sciences, education and business.

 

An introduction to Mixed Methods Research Design with Dr Nicola McNeil: 17-18 May
The course is designed for participants with an introductory-level understanding of qualitative and quantitative research techniques. You will examine the key features of mixed methods research designs, exploring the different types, and analysing the benefits and challenges associated with the design and implementation of each design, including analysis and write-up of mixed methods studies.

 

Questionnaire Design with Dr Gordon Emmerson: 23-24 May
A two day workshop focussing on building hard copy or internet surveys to meet a variety of needs. Topics include uses of surveys, constructing survey questions that are clear and unbiased, the need to match attitudinal or behavioural data collection with the purpose of the survey, and combining objective and open-ended questioning in order to enhance the usability of results.

 

Nvivo Essentials with Associate Professor Linda Sweet: 30-31 May
This workshop is aimed at providing researchers with essential skills in using NVivo software through hands-on experience. Those choosing to enrol in this course will be working on or about to embark on a research project. The course assumes no prior skills with using NVivo, however will cater for all levels of participants, from novice to advanced users.

Seminars conferences and workshopsDeadline for abstract submission extended for 2019 Frontiers of Science—Redefining healthy ageing together

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The deadline to submit an abstract to present at the 2019 Frontiers of Science—Redefining healthy ageing together symposium has been extended to midnight 19 February 2019.

This two-day event on 8–9 April is specifically designed for early- and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) and PhD students to present their research directly to other EMCRs, identify potential opportunities for collaborations, and discuss exciting cutting-edge advances in healthy ageing research.

Don’t miss the chance to present your research and meet your future collaborators.

For more information on the symposium, visit the Australian Academy of Science website.

Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsHyper Accelerator Demo Day

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A very special pitch event for the 8 SA startups who are going through Conduit Accel's Hyper Accelerator.

Conduit Accel, in partnership with the Office of the South Australian Chief Entrepreneur and the Department of Industry and Skills, is proud to present the 8 ventures who are going through their inaugural South Australian pilot.

Come watch these local ventures pitch to American and Australian investors, followed by a networking tea afterward.

The event will be live streaming back to Denver, Colorado, where a group of early stage/angel investors will be gathered to watch the pitches and participate in Q&A with the ventures afterward.

Program details

Date: Friday, 15 February 2019

Time: 9.00am - 11.00am (followed by networking and investor meeting)

Venue: Lecture Theatre, Eleanor Harrald Building, Lot Fourteen, Frome Road

Registration is essential and available through eventbrite.

Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsArtificial Intelligence Mission (AIM) to the US

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The AUTM Conference, an assembly of international academic technology transfer professionals, is taking place in Austin, Texas from 10-13 February 2019. Austin has become one of the fastest growing tech hubs in the US with competitive strengths in Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, and big data.

Following the AUTM Conference, Austrade Americas will be hosting a strategic 2-day program from 13-15 February 2019 for Australian researchers and technology transfer professionals to learn and connect with Austin’s vibrant AI ecosystem. Meetings will include a variety of potential investors and collaborators across industry, academic, and philanthropy. Examples of meetings include Dell and the University of Texas at Austin.

For detailed information about this event and the participation package, please refer to the event brochure (pdf). The Application deadline to participate is 29 January 2019.

Additional information is available from the Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM)

For more information please contact Elizabeth Bucknor, Education Partnership Director, Austrade Washington, DC via elizabeth.bucknor@austrade.gov.au.

Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsC Change - how a healthy lifestyle can stop cancer in its tracks

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On World Cancer Day, join leading researcher and medical oncologist, Professor Bogda Koczwara, who will explore the research behind a healthy lifestyle to avoid cancer, covering modifiable risk factors for cancer and effective strategies to improve lifestyle behaviours.

Concluding the lecture will be a panel discussion moderated by Professor Robert Saint AM, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research).

Speakers include:

  • Professor Bogda Koczwara
  • Dr Lisa Beatty
  • Associate Professor Claire Drummond
  • Tamara Thorpe, Cancer Council SA

The lecture "C Change: how a healthy lifestyle can stop cancer in its tracks" will be held in Level 1, Room 1, Flinders Victoria Square on Monday, 4 February 2019, 5:30-7:30pm.

To register to attend, visit the Registration page.

 

Through its education and research programs, Flinders encourages new ways of thinking, and supports experimentation and daring, with the mission to contribute on an international scale through ‘changing lives and changing the world’. So we invite you to share and collaborate with us on our BRAVE journey. We will impart our knowledge and new discoveries, elevate discussion and inspire debate; all with the view to facilitate the betterment of our society. To find out more about the BRAVE series, please visit the Flinders website.

Be BRAVE, be bold, be at Flinders.

Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsClinical Trials Governance Framework Consultation Workshop for South Australia

As a first step toward a nationally consistent accreditation process for health services undertaking clinical trials, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (The Commission) has been contracted by the Australian Government Department of Health on behalf of all jurisdictions to develop the national Clinical Trials Governance Framework (the Governance Framework).

The Commission is conducting consultations nationally with key organisations and individuals with an interest or working in the clinical trials sector. The information gathered from the consultative workshops will be used to inform the development of the final Governance Framework.

A workshop has been scheduled for Monday 25 February 2019 from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm at the Royal Adelaide Hospital.

If you would like to participate in the consultation workshop, please register your interest at the eventbrite webpage. Registrations for expression of interest close on 16 January. Once registration has closed, an email will be sent with confirmed dates and location.

Participants from rural and remote locations will be able to register to attend the workshop via videoconference.

Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsTherapeutic Goods Administration Meeting Your Obligations workshop at Flinders

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The Medical Device Partnering Program and Flinders University are pleased to partner with SME Assist and the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) to host the free event, SME Assist Workshop: Meeting Your Obligations on 14 February 2019.

The event is aimed at beginners who are unfamiliar with therapeutic goods regulation. This may include small to medium enterprises (SMEs), start-ups and researchers. 

The event will provide an introduction, case studies and useful links for applications, as well as an opportunity for Q&A with TGA specialists.

When: Thursday 14 February 2019, 9.00am - 2.30pm

Where: Flinders University at Tonsley, 1284 South Road, Tonsley SA 5042

RSVP: by Friday 1 February 2019

For more information and to register your interest, please visit the registration page.

Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsQuantitative courses at ACSPRI's Summer School

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Need a statistics refresher, or perhaps you need to master an new approach to your data analysis?

The early-bird offer for the Australian Consortium for Social and Political Research Incorporated (ACSPRI) Summer School quantitative courses closes on 12 December.

Follow the links for course outlines, or visit the ACSPRI Summer Program page.

 

Fundamentals of Statistics

ANU- Jan 21-25 & UniMelbFeb 4-8

  • A solid foundation in basic statistical concepts and procedures
  • Emphasises statistical techniques applicable to the social sciences.
  • Largely non-mathematical, concentrating on concepts rather than mathematical theory
  • Gain competency in SPSS (no previous experience needed)

 

SPSS for Researchers

ANU - Jan 21-25

  • Learn procedures to set up, modify and present data obtained from surveys, experiments and other sources.
  • Covers basic statistical concepts
  • Provides you with a structure to help you develop a data analysis plan
  • For people with little or no knowledge of SPSS, or who want to improve their SPSS skills

Data Analysis in R

UniMelb Feb 4-8

  • A course for applied data analysts, looking at public policy, social sciences and industry.
  • Learn to use R for statistical analysis including means, confidence intervals and linear regression in R.
  • Create publication standard graphs of your results.
  • No prior experience with R, or any sophisticated quantitative methods are required for this course.

 

Data Analysis Using Stata

UniMelb Feb 4-8

Stata for beginners, introducing you to survey research, data management, analysis and graphics. Appropriate for people familiar with Stata who want to extend their capabilities

You are encouraged to bring your own data for analysis.

 

Fundamentals of Multiple Regression

UniMelb Feb 4-8

An informal and applied introduction to, and the fundamentals of multiple regression. By the end of the course, you will be able to:

  • conduct regression analyses;
  • interpret the results;
  • inspect elementary regression diagnostics to test the underlying model assumptions.

 

Applied Statistical Procedures

ANU - Jan 21-25 & UniMelb Feb 11-15

An intermediate, applied course covering a range of the most commonly used statistical procedures.

Taught from an applied prospective, with questions encouraged

A good foundation for progression to the more detailed courses (Regression, Factor Analysis & SEM)

The Statistical package used will be SPSS, with no prior knowledge of SPSS required

 

Applied Multiple Regression Analysis

UniMelb Feb 11-15

An advanced course for those with previous knowledge and experience with multiple regression

Reviews the principles of Multiple regression & looks at specific issues and problems arising from its application.

This course will provide you with the necessary background to proceed to Structural Equation Modelling (SEM).

 

Research Design and Analytical Methods in the Social Sciences

UniMelb Feb 11-15

An introduction to designing experimental studies and quasi-experiments in the social sciences, including:

  • achieving the highest calibre results to answer specific research questions
  • threats to validity and assessing the quality of design;
  • issues related to multiple regression;
  • an introduction to statistical analyses for the generated data (using SPSS)

 

Using R for Advanced Statistical Analysis and Analytics

UniMelb Feb 11-15

For those who have basic knowledge and experience with R, and would like to develop their advanced statistical methods, including:

  • design and reporting;
  • linear, logistic and Poisson regression;
  • analysis of Variance;
  • factor analysis;
  • longitudinal data analysis;
  • clustering techniques;
  • data visualisation.

 

Scale Development Rasch Analysis and Item Response Theory

UniMelb Feb 11-15

An overview of the scale development process and the statistical techniques used including:

  • Reliability analysis,
  • Factor Analysis and
  • Rasch Analysis.

You will use RUM2030 Software to formally assess the measurement properties of scales and tests. A practical applied course with detailed, hands-on experience using SPSS and RUM2030.

 

Applied Longitudinal Data Analysis

UniMelb Feb 4-8

An introductory course, that provides an overview of the statistical theory, many applications & capabilities of LDA.

The course will focus on linear mixed effects models and look at generalised linear mixed effects models.

You will be using Stata and a full set of exercises and solutions will be provided.(no prior experience in Stata necessary)

This course has been developed in consultation with staff from the National Centre for Longitudinal Data, Dept of Social Services.

 

Big Data Analysis for Social Scientists

UniMelb Feb 4-8

An introduction to the collection and analysis of socially-generated 'big data' using the R statistical software and Gephi network visualisation software. Focuses on programmatic approaches to social media and the WWW including:

  • collecting data;
  • constructing, analysing and visualising social networks;
  • extracting and analysing text data;
  • conducting temporal analysis;
  • identifying and engaging with advanced techniques for dealing with very large datasets.

 

Fundamentals of Structural Equation Modelling:

ANU - Jan 21-25

An introductory overview of the fundamentals of SEM, theory, applications and capabilities including;

  • study design and reporting;
  • review of regression, correlation and covariance;
  • stages of SEM modelling and reporting SEM research;
  • SEM diagnostics

You are encouraged to BYO data, as you will be asked to draw an SEM model from your research to discuss with the class and get feedback.

 

Advanced Structural Equation Modelling using AMOS

UniMelb Feb 4-8

An advanced course in SEM for existing AMOS users covering:

  • revision of basic concepts;
  • problem data and problem models;
  • constructing composite variables for use in SEM;
  • advanced single models;
  • multi-level Analysis and mixture models;
  • personal research with the instructor's assistance - you are encouraged to BYO data sets or research problem.

 

Applied Structural Equation Modelling using Mplus

UniMelb Feb 11-15

Introduces participants to a range of basic structural equation models and the use of MPlus software to estimate the model parameters.

Introduction, revision and the fundamentals of SEM;

  • the 8 steps of SEM;
  • basic SEM models;
  • problems in SEM;
  • introduction to advanced SEM models;

participants have the opportunity to work on their own research problems with the instructor’s assistance.

 

Multi-level Analysis using Mplu

ANU - Jan 21-25

An introduction to the concepts and techniques required to analyse data that is multi-level in nature, including:

  • introduction to multilevel data, revision of basic analytical techniques and an introduction to multilevel modelling;
  • two-level regression models;
  • two-level latent growth-curve models (repeated measure designs);
  • two-level confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and structural equation modelling (SEM);
  • three-level Models;
  • mixture Modelling (including Latent Class Analysis);
  • personal research with the instructor's assistance - you are encouraged to BYO data sets or research problem.

Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsAn Evening Under the Stars with Italian astronaut Paolo Nespoli

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The Astronaut Paolo Nespoli will be in Adelaide to participate in the International Space University/University of South Australia Southern Hemisphere Space Studies Program.

A special dinner has been organised by the South Australian Italian Association and Com.It.Es South Australia, 'An Evening Under the Stars' with Paolo, on Friday 18 January. The evening will include an interactive Q&A with guests.

Paolo is a wonderful speaker, having recently retired after a 20 year career as a European Space Agency astronaut. His career achievements include three missions to the International Space Station, totalling over 13 months in space. He returned from his most recent mission in December 2017.

A three course dinner, including beer, wine & soft-drinks will be held from 6:30pm on Friday 18 January 2019 at the at the Italian Centre, 262 Carrington Street, Adelaide. Tickets cost $90 per person and can be purchased via eventbrite.

Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsNHMRC Investigator Grants - Panel Q&A and Workshop

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Are you applying for a NHMRC Investigator Grant in the next round? Do you want insights from successful NHMRC awardees and specialist one-on-one help with your application? Come along to the NHMRC Investigator Grant panel Q&A and workshop on Monday 10 December 2018.

A panel discussion will begin the day with Professor Keryn Williams, Professor Simon Brookes and Associate Professor Stuart Brierley who will present their insights into applying for Fellowships and what NHMRC Review Panels look for when assessing a Fellowship application. A panel Q&A session will follow.

Gareth Rees and Rebecca Cook will then work through each section required by the NHMRC including the RGMS section.

Please book via ienrol (for catering purposes) for the panel and workshop on Monday 10 December 2018, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM. It will be held in FMC Level 4 -Seminar Room (4E303), Flinders Medical Centre.

Enquiries to researcherpd.rds@flinders.edu.au.

Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsDresden University Partnership - research staff and student exchange program information session

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Over the last five years, Flinders University and Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden) have conducted leading-edge international health and medical research supported by European and/or Australian funding programs.

We have promoted staff and student mobility exchanges, and engaged and enabled industry and health workforce partnerships to support proof of concept projects, local business opportunities and health professional educational opportunities.

    To strengthen the collaborative relationships between Australia and Germany, TU Dresden is offering financial and organisational support to promote ongoing collaborations and shared knowledge between Flinders University and TU Dresden for staff and students.

    Support is for long-term stays in Dresden for scientific, professional and cultural exchange from 15 days up to 6 months.

    Research themes for students and staff include: 

    • Chronic disease management, and diabetes and depression related research

    Professional services themes include: 

    • Research marketing, exchange, knowledge transfer, networking and fund raising

    When: 12:30 - 1:30pm Friday 30 November

    Where: Studio 2, Professional Services Building, Bedford Park campus

    RSVP: by 29 November to julie.zanker@flinders.edu.au

    Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsOGR Workshop - Connected and Collaborating

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    HDR students and supervisors are invited to join a panel of our fantastic HDR students in discussing different kinds of collaboration including international and industry on Wednesday 12 December 2018, from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM.

    By talking about some of the similarities and differences between these diverse kinds of collaborations, we can identify how to get connected and build successful relationships.

    The conversation will also cover how to get started, how to maintain and build relationships, working through challenges and making the most of opportunities that arise.

    The workshop will also be a great opportunity to share ideas and experiences and to reflect on your next step in creating connections and collaborating.

    To register, visit Inspire.

    Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsDARPA Artificial Intelligence Colloquium - calls for expressions of interest

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    The US Department of Defense - Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is hosting an Artificial Intelligence Colloquium (AIC), on 6-7 March 2019 at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center in Alexandria, Virginia, United States of America. This two-day event will present cutting-edge results from DARPA AI research programs.

    Attendees will have an opportunity to submit an abstract for consideration to attend a sidebar meeting with a DARPA program manager. Details on abstract submission as well as the agenda, speakers, venue and lodging are provided on the event website.

    DARPA will review submitted abstracts and, based on the interest they generate, will choose respondents for participation in sidebar meetings with relevant DARPA PM(s) to discuss the presented concept in more detail.

    Abstracts must be no longer than one page, with a 500 word maximum, in Microsoft Word or PDF format. The body of the abstract must include contact information (name, organization and email address).

    All requests for sidebars must be completed in compliance with the instructions provided during registration and submitted no later than 5:00 PM EST, 11 January, 2019. Individual attendees may submit up to two abstracts for sidebar consideration.

    Notification for each sidebar will be sent out by 1 February, 2019 to include the date, time, meeting room, and program manager.

    Information about the AIC and how to register can be found online at the DARPA Colloquium website.

    Registration will close at 5:00 PM EST on 20 February, 2019 or when capacity is reached.

    If you have any questions, please contact AIColloquium@sainc.com

    Seminars Conferences and Workshops17th International Conference on Communication, Medicine and Ethics

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    The 17th International Conference on Communication, Medicine and Ethics will be held from 26-28 June 2019 in Adelaide, at the University of South Australia.

    This international and interdisciplinary conference brings together scholars from different disciplinary backgrounds, involving diverse healthcare specialisations and the human and social sciences.

    A special emphasis will be on the dissemination of ongoing research in language/discourse/communication studies in relation to healthcare education,
    patient participation and professional ethics.

    Plenary Speakers include:

    • Professor Phyllis Butow, School of Psychology, University of Sydney
    • Professor Charlotte Rees, Monash Centre for Scholarship in Health Education, Monash University
    • Professor Srikant Sarangi, Danish Institute of Humanities and Medicine, Aalborg University
    • Professor Howard Waitzkin, Dept of Sociology, University of New Mexico; Dept of Medicine,
      University of Illinois

    Deadline for submissions of proposals: Thursday 20 December 2018. For further information on the call for proposals, submission guidelines and conference themes, please visit the Conference website.

    Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsCall for Papers - 8th International Conference on Hydrogen Safety

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    The 8th International Conference on Hydrogen Safety (ICHS 2019) will be held in Adelaide, Australia on 24-26 September 2019 under the auspices of the International Association for Hydrogen Safety (HySafe).

    The first seven conferences in 2005 to 2017, succeeded in attracting the most relevant experts from all over the world, by providing an open platform for the presentation and discussion of new findings, information and data on hydrogen safety – from basic research to applied development and from good practice to standardisation and regulatory issues.

    Conference attendees who wish to present a paper are required to submit a short abstract (up to 250 words) by 31 December 2018.

    Papers are sought on a wide range of hydrogen safety topics like (but not limited to) safety of large production and supply chain infrastructure, hydrogen and hydrogen carrier behaviours, physical effects, consequence and risk analysis, incidents, accidents and near misses, hydrogen effects on materials and components, safety of energy storage, power to gas/gas to power related safety issues, safety solutions for the implementation of hydrogen technologies, risk management, best practices, regulations, codes and standards as well as communication strategies.

    South Australia has a natural endowment of sunshine and prevailing winds that have attracted substantial investment in renewable energy with over 50% of energy now provided by this segment. Hydrogen is beginning to play a greater role in the transition to clean, safe and sustainable energy systems for energy storage and transport regionally and globally. The South Australian Government, transport and energy industry leaders and research institutions recognise the emerging opportunity in the coming decade to accelerate the transition to a hydrogen economy and the importance of developing safe methods and appropriate regulatory frameworks to facilitate the transition.

    An even more detailed list of ICHS 2019 Themes and Topics is available here. All contributions to ICHS 2019 will be evaluated exclusively in the light of their scientific content and relevance to hydrogen safety.

    Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsBeyond the Bruise - the invisible elements of domestic and family violence

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    Domestic and family violence is more than just a headline; the actual work involved in responding to this complex issue is largely invisible and unknown. How can we best support the sector and workforce to tackle domestic and family violence to ensure the best outcomes for families as well as maintain a sustainable workforce?

    Over light refreshments, Professor Sarah Wendt will explore domestic and family violence, raising questions about the future of the domestic and family violence workforce and what we expect, as part of the BRAVE Flinders Research & Innovation Series.

    The lecture "Beyond the Bruise: the invisible elements of domestic and family violence" will be held in Level 1, Room 1, Flinders Victoria Square on Wednesday, 28 November 2018, 5:30-7:30pm.

    To register to attend, visit the Registration page.

     

    Through its education and research programs, Flinders encourages new ways of thinking, and supports experimentation and daring, with the mission to contribute on an international scale through ‘changing lives and changing the world’. So we invite you to share and collaborate with us on our BRAVE journey. We will impart our knowledge and new discoveries, elevate discussion and inspire debate; all with the view to facilitate the betterment of our society. To find out more about the BRAVE series, please visit the Flinders website.

    Be BRAVE, be bold, be at Flinders.

    Seminars Conferences and Workshops6th South Australian Space Forum

    The South Australian Space Industry Centre invites you to attend the 6th South Australia Space Forum being held in Adelaide, South Australia on Wednesday 5 December 2018.

    Supported by the Australian Space Agency and the Space Industry Association of Australia, this biannual forum provides the perfect opportunity to stimulate ideas, share information about emerging technologies and discuss industry trends.

    The forum continues to attract growing interest in the space sector, locally, nationally and internationally and has grown from 110 participants at the first forum in May 2016 to more than 300 at our last event in April this year.

    With the new Australian Space Agency formally established on 1 July 2018, there has never been a more important time to get involved in space industry engagement activity.

    Facilitated by Nicola Sasanelli AM, Director of the South Australian Space Industry Centre, this event is for all involved in space-related industry, educational organisations, researchers and space associations and will include a variety of speakers on the following topics:

    • National space policy and regulation
    • Space end users
    • Space technology

    This event is a must for anyone interested in the emerging space sector so make sure you register now to secure your place.

    Registrations close Wednesday 28 November 2018.

    A full program may be accessed by clicking here.

    Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsInside the Scientist’s Studio with Professor Josef Penninger

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    Born in Austria, Josef Penninger was a self-described mediocre student in high school who had a knack for mathematics and physics and found his true calling when venturing into research.

    At this special event, come see one of the world’s great scientists, as he sits down to tell his story with Adelaide radio personality, Graham Cornes within the historical Elder Hall.

    Discover how Josef Penninger’s belief in an open minded and collaborative approach to science and life has opened opportunities that he never imagined.

    "All great discoveries occur when scientists wander off the beaten track, pursuing unpopular, unknown ideas or merge knowledge from disparate fields"

    A truly humble individual, Josef Penninger has been recognized by prestigious scientific awards throughout his career, including the 2006 Descartes Prize, the 2007 Ernst Jung Prize for Medicine and the recent 2015 Wittgenstein Prize in Austria. Josef has also been named one of ‘Canada’s Top 40 under 40’ and was listed among the ‘10 most promising scientists in all fields in the world’ by Esquire magazine in 2002

    This is unique opportunity that is not to be missed.

    Tickets are only $5 and space is limited, so don’t miss out! To register, go to https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=430162&.

    "To join seemingly unrelated pieces and create something new, that is what science is all about," – Josef Penninger

    Seminars Conferences and WorkshopsChief Executive Officer of the ARC to visit Flinders

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    The Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Research Council, Professor Sue Thomas, will be visiting Flinders on Thursday, 29 November 2018.

    Professor Thomas will give a presentation to all Flinders staff from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM in Lecture Theatre 1.01, Health Sciences Lecture Theatre Complex.

    RSVP is not required, but the Lecture Theatre only has a capacity of 250 seats. Please note that live streaming and recording will not be available for this presentation.

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