October 2012
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Peek into the real world of science
Honeybush research as a career
Quantum leap for Limpopo learner
National schools debates
Biotech at KZN Science Centre
SAASTA Annual Highlights Report
Mozambique exhibition
Science supports a dream
SAASTA hosts Critical Thinkers' Session
SAEON scientist responds to tragedy
Meet SAASTA's Moloko Matlala
iThemba LABS advances knowledge
SA Agulhas II momentous voyage
New guide for marine biodiversity
Youth Symposium
ZooClub wins gold at Eskom Expo
CARA clinics hook anglers
Skelton a Distinguished Old Rhodian
Mars may have "oceans" of water
Upcoming events
It's a fact!

Upcoming events

 
  SAASTA's Public Understanding of Biotechnology (PUB) programme will be hosting a Critical Thinkers Forum on stem cell research (pictured) in South Africa from 6 – 7 November 2012.

19 October - Teachers' Forum Awards Day
Awards day for teachers who participated in the Teachers Forum during 2012.
Contact Bafedile Kgwadi (011 551 5940/7)

26 October - AstroQuiz Finals
The teams of finalists from 10 participating centres will compete for the top prize in this annual quiz for grade seven learners, organised by SAASTA. Venue: Swan Lake Lodge and Conference Centre in Raslouw, Centurion. Contact Bafedile Kgwadi (011 551 5940/7)

06-07 November - Stem Cell Critical Thinkers' Forum
SAASTA's Public Understanding of Biotechnology (PUB) programme will be hosting a Critical Thinkers' Forum on stem cell research in South Africa. Venue: Convention Dynamics Conference Centre, Isando.
Contact Melissa Govender (012 392 9374) for more information.

26-29 November – SAASTEC Conference
The 14th Southern African Association of Science and Technology Centres (SAASTEC) conference will take place at the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa in Pretoria. Visit the website