Let's Talk nanoScience
January 21, 2013
On Friday, February 22, Let's Talk Science, along with the Nanotechnology Group at the University of Alberta, will be hosting the second annual Let's Talk nanoScience symposium!
The goal of this one-day event is to introduce high school students to the world of nanoscience and nanotechnology by connecting them with researchers and current research. Students will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities including examining ferrofluids and gold nanoparticles, touring the National Institute for Nanotechnology and the University of Alberta's Nanofab, watching a demonstration with a Scanning Electron microscope, and having the opportunity to meet and chat with a local nanoscientist!
What: Let's Talk nanoScience
When: Friday February 22nd, 2013
Where: University of Alberta Engineering Teaching and Learning Complex
Who: 160 Grade 11 and 12 students from across the Edmonton area
For more information or to register your class, visit the Let's Talk nanoScience webpage.
The Let's Talk nanoScience Symposium is made possible by support from:
- Alberta Innovates Health Solutions
- nanoAlberta
- The University of Alberta Nanotechnology Group
- The University of Alberta Faculty of Science
- The University of Alberta Faculty of Engineering
- The National Institute for Nanotechnology
From Nanoscience to Agriculture, high school students are experiencing it all with Let’s Talk Science Outreach
January 16, 2013
Each year, more of the Let’s Talk Science Outreach sites hold themed science symposia for local high school students. This year 16 Outreach Sites across Canada have plans to run one or more Symposium.
The topics of the symposia vary from marine science to quantum physics. In all cases, the symposia bring students into the university to connect with experts in the field, Let’s Talk Science Outreach volunteers, and likeminded students. Read below to see the events happening near you. For more information or to register your high school class, use the listed contact.
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Spooky Science
October 24, 2012
As Halloween approaches, Let’s Talk Science Outreach sites across the country are preparing for ‘spooktacular’ Halloween themed events that will be sure to spark the imaginations children and youth!
The Beauty of Math
November 2, 2012
On November 6, Let’s Talk Science Outreach at McGill University will welcome 160 students from two local Montreal high schools for the first of three events in “The Beauty of Math Lecture Series”.
This lecture series was designed by Let’s Talk Science Outreach volunteers at the McGill University Outreach site and hopes to spark an interest in math in students. “The Beauty of Math Lecture Series” will offer students the opportunity to experience University style math lectures given by McGill University professors and have the chance to talk to McGill students who are currently enrolled in math and engineering, so that they can get a feel for the importance of math and what it is like at the University level.
Two future lecture events will take place in February and April, 2013. For more information on this event, feel free to contact lts.mcgill@gmail.com
National Science and Technology Week
The goal of National Science and Technology Week (October 12-21) is to raise awareness about the importance of Science and Technology in our society and to celebrate Canada's role as a leader in science and technology innovation.
Let's Talk Science is also working with Industry Canada to mobilize MPs and Ministers to join in our celebration of National Science and Technology Week. From October 9th to 21st, these federal government representatives will be joining Let's Talk Science volunteers in schools to promote the importance of youth getting involved in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Let's Talk Science is actively participating in National Science and Technology Week by hosting over 50 events and activities across Canada. Each activity seeks to inspire, educate and interest children and youth across Canada and to get them excited about science and technology.
Let's Talk Science Outreach volunteers are taking part in numerous community events that are open to the public. Check out what events Let's Talk Science Outreach is hosting near you!
Alberta
Approximately 350 grade 10-12 students will attend workshops at the University of Calgary Faculty of Medicine. Students will take part in workshops covering topics including bioinformatics, blood typing, and epidemiology.
Come celebrate science at Science World with a marathon science show, live demonstrations and exhibits with hands-on activities for the whole family.
In partnership with Genome BC and Richmond Public Library the 6th annual Science Bash takes place from 11am to 3 pm and will include interactive displays, fun experiments and other hands-on activities.
Homework Club
Let's Talk Science volunteers at the University of Winnipeg have partnered with the Wii Chiiwaaknak Learning Centre's program called 'Let's Speak Ojibwe with our Kids' to provide a unique learning experience where families have the chance to learn Ojibwe while doing hands-on science activities. The science activities are designed to fit with the vocabulary theme for the class so that the participants can practice the words they have just learned.
150 High school students will be attending Dr. Brian Greenwood's lecture on preventing Malaria in African children. Let's Talk Science volunteers will be on hand to assist. For more information visit: www.facebook.com/events/149574218518194/
Let's Talk Science volunteers will be at Joseph Howe school performing an activity about Bernoullis principle with 110 students to participate in a guinness world record attempt for the largest science activity.
Children aged 3 – 6 can explore the form and function of different dinosaur parts using models and reconstructions.
An open house event where the whole family can engage in presentations and participate in activities that will showcase the importance of science. Visit the Let's Talk Science booth to complete DNA extractions.
An event open to the public (2:30 – 4:00) that will discuss the science of traditional photography and digital photography. Workshops will focus on general optics and resolution.
To see other national and tech week events across Canada visit the NSTW Events listing.Holy Redeemer, Alberta
Bretwood Park Elementary, British Columbia
Weir Elementary, British Columbia
Dr. R.E. McKehnie, British Columbia
Rennies River Elementary, Manitoba
Holy Cross Family, Manitoba
Bishop Abraham Elementary, Manitoba
Mary Queen of the World Elementary, Manitoba
Leary's Brook Jr. High, Manitoba
Priestmas St. School, New Brunswick
New Maryland Elementary, New Brunswick
Bliss Carmen Middle School, New Brunswick
Alexander Gibson Memorial School, New Brunswick
Montogomery St. School, New Brunswick
Holy Rosary, Ontario
Brant Ave Public School, Ontario
St. Rose of Lima, Ontario
Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School, Ontario
Ontario Early Years Centre in St. Thomas, Ontario
If you would like Let's Talk Science Outreach volunteers to visit your school, see here: http://www.letstalkscience.ca/contact-us/outreach-sites.html for an outreach site near you!
