PUB TESTS
SCIENCE WITH A SCHOONER
LIFE’S greatest mysteries are often solved at a bar. So Griffith University academics Dr Erik Streed and Dr Georgette Leah Burns could think of no better venue for public talks about science. In their ‘Pint of Science’ series, experts from across the globe will meet locals and answer their questions in the convivial setting of a pub. It doesn’t even matter that Dr Streed, who specialises in quantum physics is allergic to hops. “(Pint of Science) is to help satisfy people’s curiosity and to help feed that,” he said. Dr Burns, whose work focuses on interactions between animals and humans, said the informal setting of a local pub meant more people might be encouraged to come out and ask questions. “Combining beer and science makes perfect sense to me.” Scientists Dr Todd Houston and Dr Helene Cabanas will be answering medical-related questions tonight at the Parkwood Tavern from 6.30pm. Tickets cost $6.