Inspiring Science

Inspired NT supports exciting and innovative science outreach activities and resources all year around. We aim to build a strong, open relationship between science and society, underpinned by effective communication of science and its uses. Our activities, resources and network promote science in schools and communities.

The capacity to communicate and engage with a diverse group of stakeholders has never been more important for professionals in the areas of Science. The ability to create high impact outreach activities that effectively communicate the importance that science play in society is a skill sought by many employers.

In this talk, Dr Carla Eisemberg will showcase Inspired NT science communication, engagement, and outreach projects, including the mega Science Week events. All CDU students, PhD candidates, lecturers and researchers are welcome to join us in our projects and events. Our opportunities include volunteering, paid work and grants (if you have a science engagement idea, tell us and we might be able to fund it!). In some of our projects you will have the chance to travel (all expenses paid) to the best NT festivals and Science events across the NT (Including our annual Darwin-Alice Springs roadshow).

CDU post-graduate students that have been part of the Inspired NT program as volunteers, officers and workshop coordinators reported that these activities have boosted their confidence, mental health and professional network. We also provide advice on opportunities to increase the impact of your research via science engagement activities.

Dr Carla Eisemberg is the Faculty of Science and Technology Associate Dean of Innovation, Lecturer in STEM Pathways and Inspired NT Manager at CDU. Carla leads research, science outreach and conservation projects in partnership with a diverse group of stakeholders such as industry partners, governments and traditional communities in Northern Australia, Brazil, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste and Tropical Asia. She is interested in the broader themes of applied ecology, wildlife conservation, environmental education, and science communication, engagement and outreach, particularly in remote settings.