Science communication is an active field of research and some of the latest results will be presented at ASC2012. Read about some of the highlights among the nearly 30 research papers presented at the conference.

Science is all about accuracy, trying to clearly describe the rules by which nature plays. Art is quite the opposite. Leaving room for interpretation and deliberately challenging rules and conventions. You may be surprised to read here, that the two disciplines get along quite well – of course another topic to be discussed at ASC2012.

Science and the media are far from a match made in heaven – but divorce simply isn’t an option. Read about this uneasy relationship and the perfect event at which to attempt a reconciliation – you know which one!

You still haven’t registered for ASC2012? Don’t miss out on a plethora of professional development sessions and workshops, plenty of networking opportunities and learn what’s new in science and policy in Australia. Check out the program or read about some of the highlights here.

Computer games and apps are increasingly being used in school teaching, but also to engage the general public in science. Read about some examples of the use of this powerful form of media and where you can learn how to make use of it – of course at ASC2012.

Have you created engaging visuals to communicate science?

You are invited to share your work in the ASC2012 Science-as-Art Exhibition!

Science can be beautiful and the visualisation of science is a universal and ancient means of communication and engagement.

The Science-As-Art exhibition at the ASC2012 conference will showcase examples of science visualisation created by scientists, science-artists and science communicators right across Australia.

This is an exhibition for anyone interested in science and communicating science visually.

SUBMISSIONS CLOSE: 20 Feb 2012
Prizes will be awarded.

Check science as art exhibition page for more information

It will feature a feast of workshops, discussions, presentations, networking events, good time entertainment and the opportunity to mingle with some of the best kinds of people in the entire universe.

Australian Science Communicators National Conference
February 27 to 29, 2012

Sydney Masonic Centre

Official Opening: Monday, February 27, 2012 by Prof Ian Chubb AO, Chief Scientist of Australia

Conference Themes

• Professional practice
• Media & journalism
• Science & public policy
• Science and the creative process: science & art, narratives & story-telling
• New/Social media
• Research in science communication

See y’all there!

Rod Lamberts
Conference Convenor, ASC-2012