Science of Space

Program Sydney Science Festival Sydney Science Festival at Parramatta

Science of Space

A full-day program of talks for all ages exploring how space science is shaping life on Earth. Hear from leading space trailblazers and creatives as they unpack innovations like space food, commercial spaceflight, cosmic art and automation.

This is an Auslan interpreted event.

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Science of Space | Powerhouse

Schedule

11.30am
The Future of Space Food with Dr Flávia Fayet-Moore

12.15pm
How AI and Automation Are Changing the World with Michael Kemeny

1pm
Blending Science and Culture in Space with Dr Nelly Ben Hayoun-Stépanian

1.45pm
Making Space Accessible for Everyone with Dr Chris Boshuizen

Featuring

Ended 4 Oct 2025

11.30am–2.30pm

4 sessions

1.30amSat4 October 20252.15amSat4 October 20253amSat4 October 20253.45amSat4 October 2025

Free

FreeGeneral Walk-in

Centenary Square

On Dharug Land

Centenary Square

Church St, Parramatta NSW 2150

Notes

Children under the age of 12 years must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

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Powerhouse Ultimo

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