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Activities
Congress Dinner
Wednesday, 9 December
7.00 pm – 10.30 pm
A highlight of the AIP conference, especially for those travelling to Sydney from afar, the AIP Dinner offers an opportunity to celebrate and recognise physicists from across Australia and New Zealand, through the AIP and ANZOS award ceremonies.
Set across three decks and travelling on calm harbour waters, this unique experience will take delegates and their guests on a three-hour cruise around Sydney Harbour.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased via the registration portal.
Public Lectures
Monday, 7 December, 6.00 pm – 7.00 pm
University of Sydney
Dr Jessie Christiansen
Chief Scientist of the NASA Exoplanet Science Institute at Caltech/IPAC
We are delighted to welcome Australian physicist Dr Jessie Christensen to speak on our opening day as part of our public program. More information on her public lecture, including registration will be included here.
For thousands of years, we’ve wondered if the Earth is unique, or if there are other Earths out there to find. In just the last 30 years, we’ve progressed from merely wondering if planets exist around other stars to knowing that almost every star we see has planets. Ambitious planet searches have been probing further and further, finding planetary systems of an incredible – and incredibly surprising! – variety. However, we have yet to discover another planet that might be like Earth – a rocky planet orbiting just the right distance from a Sun-like star to have liquid water on its surface. NASA has an audacious new plan for a next-generation flagship telescope that will directly image Earth-like planets around nearby stars, but it will take all of our ingenuity and technical prowess to achieve this feat. Dr Christiansen will walk you through the past, present, and future of our hunt for Earth 2.0.
Thursday, 10 December, 6.00 pm – 7.00 pm
University of Sydney
Dr Derek Muller
From Physics PhD to YouTuber: What Veritasium Learned About Explaining the Universe
In this public lecture, Dr Derek Muller explores the connections between AI, human cognition and education, examining how we understand ideas, process information and learn. Known for his ability to bring complex ideas to life, Derek will challenge us to think differently about intelligence, both human and artificial.
Dr Derek Muller is a physicist, science communicator and creator of the popular YouTube channel Veritasium, where he makes science accessible and engaging for millions of viewers. Also known for his television presenting, Derek asks thought-provoking questions that uncover the science behind things we often take for granted. We look forward to welcoming Derek back to the University of Sydney for this lecture, which invites audiences of all backgrounds to explore the science of thinking, learning and understanding. Looking forward
The Australian Physics Teachers Day
Friday, 11 December
8.00 am - 5.00 pm
University of Sydney
The Australian Institute of Physics and its Physics Education Group offers a day of inspiration for Physics teachers and teachers of Physics (out-of-field). Join us for a day of professional development, from talks to practical workshops, with something to use in your classes. We are excited to provide tours of research labs working on quantum computers to next-generation solar cells. Networking and panel sessions round off an exceptional day, recharging and energising yourselves.
Physics teachers and teachers of Physics (out-of-field) are invited to a day of professional development, from talks to hands-on workshops with something to use in your classes. Tour research labs working on quantum computers and next-generation solar cells to see where Australian Physics is at. Networking and panel sessions round off an exceptional day, recharging and energising yourselves. Be inspired and inspire your students.
For more information, including registration, visit the Teachers Day page. Click here.
Australian Physics Career Fair
Friday, 11 December
1.00 pm - 4.00 pm
Belinda Hutchison Building, University of Sydney
The Australian Physics Career Fair is designed to connect undergraduate, honours, master's, and PhD physics students, early-career physicists, and graduates with employers, industry leaders, and organisations. The event showcases how physics skills can lead to diverse and rewarding career opportunities.
The Career Fair will provide an opportunity for students to explore career pathways, meet potential employers and gain practical advice on leveraging their physics skills in the workforce. The program will also include professional development opportunities, including sessions focused on preparing for a wide variety of careers.
For more information, including registration, visit the Career Fair page. Click here.
Workshops
As part of bringing together physicists from across Australia and around the world, Congress will feature a range of specialised workshops designed to foster collaboration, share expertise and build connections.
With the generous support of our host, the University of Sydney, we are pleased to offer a variety of workshops held on campus that may be of interest to you.
Workshops are organised independently of the Congress Organising Committee. For further information, including specific workshop details, please contact the organisers directly.
Click here to view the full list of workshops. Registrations are now open.