Australian Institute of Physics NSW Branch

From the legacy of the Copernican revolution to today’s rapid advances across disciplines, science continues to reshape our world.

Join the Australian Institute of Physics, The Teachers' Guild of NSW, Royal Society of NSW and the Royal Australian Chemical Institute for a dynamic cross-disciplinary forum exploring breakthroughs in physics, mathematics, biology and chemistry.

💫 Frontiers of Science Forum
📍 Concord Golf Club, Sydney
📅 Friday 6 March 2026
Secure your place: https://www.teachersguild.nsw.edu.au/eventdetails/36019/frontiers-of-science

Hear from leading researchers from UNSW, University of Sydney, Macquarie University and University of Technology Sydney as they share insights on molecular quantum technologies, nano-scale innovation, statistics, and the power of collaboration across disciplines.

Master of Ceremonies: Dr Frederick Osman with Presenters: Professor Dane McCamey, Dr Eliza Middleton, Professor Noushin Nasiri, Professor James Brown OBE.

The Australian Institute of Physics in New South Wales has an annual award to recognise the work of individuals for community outreach in physics. This Award seeks to acknowledge an individual, with a clearly notable record of work in contributing to outreach, physics education, and has demonstrated passion for the study of physics in New South Wales. Nominations open until 4th July 2025.

The Australian Institute of Physics - NSW Community Outreach Award The Australian Institute of Physics is an association that promotes the role of physics in research, education, industry and the community.

Physics in the Pub scheduled for 26th August!!!
If you want to be one of the 8-minute acts click through to the submission form.

The Australian Institute of Physics - Physics in the Pub The Australian Institute of Physics is an association that promotes the role of physics in research, education, industry and the community.

Journey to the Centre of the Earth (unlocking mysteries of the universe)
📅 When: Tuesday, 17 June 2025
⏰Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm (4-hours)
📍 Where: ANSTO Discovery Centre (New Illawarra Road, Lucas Heights, NSW 2234)
👩‍🔬 Ages: High School students and above (Adults)
💲 Price: Tour of ANSTO and public lecture free. Optional dinner - $61
https://events.humanitix.com/journey-to-the-centre-of-the-earth-unlocking-mysteries-of-the-universe

Videos from our recent Frontiers of Science Forum are available here:

The Australian Institute of Physics - Frontiers of Science The Australian Institute of Physics is an association that promotes the role of physics in research, education, industry and the community.

Calling for Presenters for The Australian Institute of Physics in the PUB are NOW OPEN

The Australian Institute of Physics in the PUB is into its eleventh year!

Date: Tuesday 26th August 2025

Time: From 6:00pm

Venue: ABERCROMBIE, 100 Broadway, Chippendale

Nominations are NOW open for physics enthusiasts to express interest in presenting an
EIGHT-minute entertaining presentation of various forms, (e.g. comedy, music, quiz, demonstrations) on some aspect of physics at the
2025 NSW Australian Institute of Physics in the Pub.

The 2025 event will be held at the exciting venue:

100 Broadway, Chippendale
https://www.abercrombie.sydney/


Event details

Acts are limited to strictly eight minutes.
Available resources at the venue: PowerPoint, screen, mac, microphone, PA sound system, dimmable lights.
Participants need to inform us of their requirements for AV, sound, tables, power, etc before the night.
Presentations are displayed from laptop provided only, to prevent AV hiccups. We’ll assist with downloading material and testing in advance
If you commit to presenting, you have committed to presenting. Excepting serious illness, death or alien abduction, if you pull out you owe Phil a coffee and a seriously nice pastry.
There are limited slots available on the night: we will do our best to include as many participants as possible, selection will be based on showcasing a range of performances and experience.
There will be limited help available for setup and pack-up, for heavy or complicated equipment so please BYO roadies.

All presenters must abide by the Phil Up On Science Code of Conduct - please
read it on the Phil Up On Science website
There will be photos, videos and livestream taken on the night – let me know if you do not want these shared on social media or used for future promotional purposes.
Participants must ensure that the stage is clean and tidy for the next participant.
Remind Phil to buy you a drink on the night!

Nominations to present at the Physics in the Pub event will
strictly close on Thursday 15th May 2025.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRYcZwGznAVp-fQfgMWQj8rqmrCeYxBMO3X96gOTt2E-zPlQ/viewform

Home Experience the ultimate nightlife at Abercrombie Sydney. Late-night drinks, DJs & an electric atmosphere—Sydney’s go-to bar & club!

UNSW researchers have set a new world record for kesterite solar cell efficiency - a type of cell that could be a long-term, sustainable and cost-effective add-on or replacement for silicon-based panels. ☀️

The team, led by Scientia Professor Xiaojing Hao achieved an efficiency of 13.2% - beating the previous record of 11.4%.

Synthesised kesterite (known as CZTS) is a promising material for future generations of solar cells, however, its efficiency has been hampered by the number of defects created during production.

Now, UNSW researchers say they have helped to solve this problem by heat-treating the solar cell device in a hydrogen-containing atmosphere.

Read more 🔗 https://www.unsw.edu.au/newsroom/news/2025/01/World-record-photovoltaic-efficiency-achieved-kesterite-solar-cell?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

COSMOS Magazine - Quantum Explained Challenge - COSMOS Education In 2025, to celebrate the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, COSMOS Magazine and the Australian Institute of Physics will showcase all things quantum, inspiring the next generation of quantum pioneers. We want quantum to be understood by everyone, …