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Past Events
15
Aug
National Science Week 2026
Join us for the month of August as we celebrate Science Week nationwide!
08
Aug
Science Alive 2026
P4S is looking forward to returning to Science Alive at the Adelaide Showground - Australia’s largest, hands-on, science and technology exhibition for curious minds of all ages.
22
Jul
19th Australian Space Forum
The #19ASF program will present two days of innovation, opportunity and inspiration, driving Australia’s future in the global space ecosystem. Many of our researchers are expected to take part.
11
Jun
4th Australian Space Cyber Forum
This event brings together global experts to explore technical challenges, future technologies, and policy issues shaping the emerging space economy.
10
Jun
GTAC Future Foods Expo
Through interactive stations, year 5 and 6 students will explore the science of what makes food appealing, tackle real engineering challenges for growing plants, and apply visible thinking to genuine problems facing researchers today.
18
May
Pint of Science - Strawberries, Proteins, and Living Machines
Join Pint of Science at the Queensberry Hotel to explore how scientists are engineering living systems for medicine, technology, and life beyond Earth. Expect bold ideas and a glimpse of the future of life sciences.
17
Apr
Perth Garden Show 17-19 April
Perth friends - join us this weekend at the Perth Garden Show, where we'll be running hands-on plant science activities, tech demonstrations, ask-an-expert and more! Find us at Stall 85 to learn more about the future of Aussie plant research. 🌾
09
Mar
2026 BioInnovation Festival
The inaugural BioInnovation Festival in Perth will bring together the brightest minds in medical, health, agriculture, aquaculture, and broader biological science to celebrate innovation, investment, and collaboration.
17
Feb
Digital Twins in Agriculture - Virtual Farming Workshop
Join P4S Chief Investigators Professor Volker Hessel, Adelaide University, and A/Professor Sigfredo Fuentes, the University of Melbourne, for a workshop on virtual farming for enhancing crop health, productivity & sustainability.
01
Dec
Mission Possible
P4S Deputy Director Melissa de Zwart will be speaking at this event celebrating international space collaboration between Australia and Japan. Join her at the Australian Space Discovery Centre or register online.
28
Nov
STAWA Future Science Conference 2025
Our WA Education and Engagement team will deliver an interactive workshop showcasing P4S’s commitment to inspiring the next generation of STEM learners at the 2025 STAWA Future Science Conference.
24
Nov
Australian Society of Plant Scientists (ASPS) Annual Conference
A number of our researchers will be at the ASPS annual conference to share their work and connect with peers and industry.
21
Nov
Quantum Victoria 2025 STEM Conference: Inspiring Futures Through STEM
P4S Chief Investigator Professor Mathew Lewsey will give a keynote address to Primary and Secondary teachers of STEM at this conference hosted by Quantum Victoria.
28
Oct
Raising the Bar Perth
Dr James Lloyd will present 'Cosmic Crops: Engineering Plants to Feed Our Journey to Mars' at Raising the Bar Perth, sharing how P4S is engineering plants to feed, heal, and support astronauts on missions to Mars and beyond.
24
Oct
Bendigo Agricultural Show
Visit us at the Bendigo Agricultural Show to explore the future of food – from space farming to AI on Earth. Chat with our researchers, discover hydroponics, 3D-printed meals, and interactive sensory tech inspired by space innovation.
22
Oct
AUSS Women in Space Panel
P4S Chief Investigator, Professor Jenny Mortimer and Postdoctoral Research Associate, Dr Ciara Finnegan join this inaugural Women in Space panel hosted by the Adelaide University Space Society.
14
Oct
Ready for Liftoff 'Research Tuesdays' University of Adelaide public lecture
Humanity is racing into space, but are our systems keeping pace? P4S Centre Deputy Director Professor Melissa de Zwart is speaking at this 'Research Tuesdays' public lecture at the University of Adelaide.
07
Oct
2025 MELiSSA Conference
P4S Chief Investigator Associate Professor Sigfredo Fuentes and his research team will present their work on food perception and innovation in space at the upcoming MELiSSA Conference in Spain, from 3D-printed meals to taste in microgravity.
29
Sep
76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC)
Attending the IAC 2025? Drop by the Plants for Space team at the Exhibition.
24
Sep
Australasian Seed Science Conference 2025
P4S Chief Investigator Professor Mathew Lewsey will give a keynote address on 'What Happens When A Genome Wakes Up: Gene Regulation During Seed Germination' at the 2025 Australasian Seed Science Conference.
18
Sep
Swedish Australian Sustainable Innovation Technology and Design Summit 2025
P4S Deputy Director Sally Gras will be joining a panel on 'Transforming Food Systems for a Sustainable & Healthier Future' at the 2025 Swedish Australian Sustainable Innovation Technology and Design Summit.
16
Sep
It Takes a Spark! STEM Conference WA
Visit Plants for Space at the STEAM Expo or Problem Solvers Design Challenge.
16
Sep
15th Biennial ISSS Conference
P4S Chief Investigator Professor Mathew Lewsey will speak within a 'Seed Dormancy and Germination' session at the 15th Biennial International Society for Seed Science (ISSS) Conference.
30
Aug
Royal Adelaide Show
Attending the Royal Adelaide Show? Drop by the Plants for Space exhibit from August 30 to September 7.
14
Aug
Science in the Outback Pub
Join scientists from P4S at Science in the Outback Pub, visiting Oodnadatta (14/8), Andamooka (15/8) and Copley (16/8) during National Science Week.
13
Aug
Science Week with Matt Cosgrove
Celebrate National Science Week with P4S and Matt Cosgrove, author and illustrator of Alpacas in Space.
09
Aug
Growing the Future
Plant seeds for the future with P4S inside the geodesic dome at Scienceworks. Sessions will be running over two weekends in August (9/8, 10/8, 16/8, 17/8).
09
Aug
Grow 4 Launch! Experiment to Cookbook
As part of National Science Week, Plants for Space invites you to imagine the future of food in space with our free interactive STEM research kit.
05
Aug
Plants in Space
Explore the role of plants in space in this free STEM event for Years 5–8!
02
Aug
27
Jul
Adelaide University Open Day
Visit the P4S Team at the Adelaide University Open Day in Adelaide City.
17
Jul
SA Insights Series: What’s your place in space? From lab to launch pad
P4S COO Dr Richard Harvey is joining the panel for a special edition of the SA Insights Series.
14
Jul
Life in Space
Hear from Professor Melissa de Zwart at the 'Life in Space’ event, jointly held by the German-Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce and the German Business Chamber of South Australia.
01
Jul
2025 La Trobe Industry Innovation Series ‘Smart Farming: Technology Transforming Agriculture’
Hear from Professor Mathew Lewsey at the La Trobe Industry Innovation Series ‘Smart Farming: Technology Transforming Agriculture’ event.
18
Jun
Role of Plant Scientists in Space Agriculture: Gardening the Galaxy
Hear from P4S Chief Investigator Professor Jenny Mortimer as part of a webinar exploring the pivotal role plant scientists play in developing sustainable space agriculture systems.
10
Jun
AI in science: the promise, perils and path forward – AI and our environment
Join the Australian Academy of Science and P4S Chief Investigator Professor Sigfredo Fuentes for a panel discussion on ‘AI in science: the promise, perils and path forward’ to explore the current and future implications of AI'.
27
May
Aus Space 25
P4S Investigator Melissa de Zwart is presenting at Aus Space 25 on ‘Governance' and 'Space and Defence: The potential for dual-use innovations'. Learn all about how we protect humanity from space, and space from humanity!
17
May
World Science Festival
Join a free workshop in Townsville, as part of the World Science Festival. Through hands-on activities with research experts and educators, we invite children and adults alike to explore plants for space.
12
May
Cosmic shield: A panel on space security
P4S Deputy Director Professor Melissa de Zwart and P4S advisor Aude Vignelles will be joining a panel discussion on space security, hosted by the United States Studies Centre.
02
May
Perth Garden Show (May 2 - 4)
Join Plants for Space for a musical, space-themed street walk at the Perth Garden Show. Interact with real P4S scientists to learn what it takes to become a space scientist, and discover the challenges related to food in space.
23
Apr
Powerhouse Academy: Plants for Space
The P4S Outreach Team will be running workshops from the 23 - 24 April at the Powerhouse Castle Hill, as part of the Powerhouse Academy school holiday program.
28
Mar
Years 7 to 8 Teacher Professional Learning Event
Plants for Space is inviting Years 7 to 8 teachers to a free teacher professional learning event in Melbourne on the 28th of March.
27
Mar
Years 5 to 6 Teacher Professional Learning Event
Plants for Space is inviting Years 5 to 6 teachers to a free teacher professional learning event in Melbourne on the 27th of March.
25
Mar
Southern Space Conference 2025
P4S COO Dr Richard Harvey will be joining a panel on 'Australia’s Space Capabilities: Innovation, Challenges, and Global Impact’ at the 2025 Southern Space Conference.
11
Mar
2025 International Workshop on Space Agriculture and Horticulture
P4S Director Professor Matthew Gilliham will be giving a keynote presentation at the International Workshop on Space Agriculture and Horticulture.
26
Feb
Future Science Talks: Comedy Edition at the Adelaide Fringe Festival
P4S Communications and Engagement Officer Dr Lieke van der Hulst will be infusing humour into a scientific talk about Plants for Space research as part of the upcoming Future Science Talks: Comedy Edition. Lieke will feature in shows from 26/2 - 6/3.
11
Feb
Finding a Career in Space Panel Discussion
Calling all students in Years 8–12 who are curious about STEM! Celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science and take part in an inspiring Q&A featuring incredible women from our space industry!
08
Feb
Future Science Talks: Comedy Edition at the Fringe World Festival
Astro Synthetic Botanist and P4S Researcher, Dr James Lloyd, will be presenting science with an infusion of comedy at the Fringe World Festival.
30
Jan
ISC Space Boot Camp
Are you a student entering Year 11, interested in learning more about the space industry in Western Australia? The ISC Space Boot Camp may be the holiday program for you.
06
Nov
Plants for Space: Advancing Research for the Future
Do you work in media or science communication? You are invited to an exclusive opportunity to visit and meet with researchers from the ARC Centre of Excellence in Plants for Space!
04
Nov
Feeding the Future: From Space Missions to Earth’s Table
We're inviting students from Years 9 to 11 to step into the future of food at our special school days, held at the Waite campus this November. Join us on Monday November 4th or Thursday November 7th for this out-of-this-world experience!
30
Oct
Simple Seeds Program on the Australian Virtual Astronaut challenge
Plants for Space and Magnitude.io are excited to announce the launch of their Simple Seeds program, a groundbreaking initiative that will allow students across Australia to participate in real space-based plant experiments.
16
Oct
AgTech MeetUp South Australia
Join us for the next Agritech MeetUp SA. Hear from our Director Professor Matthew Gilliham about Plants for Space, XMPro CEO Pieter van Schalkwijk and tour the Exterres Lab at the University of Adelaide.
03
Sep
DIP Convergence Series: The Future is Biological
Join us at The Future is Biological with Plants for Space A/Prof Jenny Mortimer, to explore the intersection of biology, defence, and national security.
31
Aug
Royal Adelaide Show
Come see us at the Horticulture Pavillion at the Royal Adelaide Show – explore with us how we can create sustainable new ecosystems off-world, and learn how we're guiding novel approaches to sustainable ecosystems here on Earth.