Find out the answers to those questions and so much more during National Science Week at the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum from August 9-18. Join other curious minds as visiting and local presenters share their research, knowledge and passions in everything from sharks to space.

Visit jervisbaymaritimemuseum.com.au for more information. Bookings are essential. The Jervis Bay Maritime Museum is a not for profit organisation. Most Science Week events are free with donations appreciated.

For bookings or enquiries, please contact the Museum: enquiries@jbmm.asn.au or call 4441 5675.

Jervis Bay Maritime Museum is located at Dent St Huskisson. Open 10am - 4pm daily.

Program of events:

Saturday, August 10: 2pm-4.30pm

The Dish, fundraising movie event at Huskisson Cinema.

Featuring special guest, Dr John Harris, who will share how the Parkes Observatory celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the first lunar landing and their role in it. Tickets are $15, includes a complimentary drink and nibbles before screening. Tickets available from www.southcoasttickets.com.au

Monday, August 12: 1.30pm-2pm

Bush tucker beasts and banksias at Booderee National Park (Nick Dexter, Stig Pederson and Kain Ardler)

Quolls and plants are the focus of this presentation from Booderee National Park. Find out about local bush tucker and traditional bush medicines plus the propagation of our very own Banksia Vincentia. Then it's all about the quolls. Learn what our reintroduced Eastern Quolls have been doing, what difficulties they encounter and if the reintroduction program is running successfully.

Monday, August 12: 12pm-1pm

The Cat in the Box with Chris Ferrie, award-winning physicist, quantum scientist and writer

Finally, a simplified explanation of Schrdinger's paradox! Schrodinger's cat is a thought experiment meant to explain the flawed interpretation of quantum superposition. Not sure what that means? Then join award-winning physicist and quantum scientist Chris Ferrie who has transformed Schrdinger's paradox into a whimsical tale. This entertaining talk is perfect for science fans or anyone who enjoys using cats and boxes to explain science experiments.

Tuesday, August 13: 1pm-2pm

Talk and tour: David Malin Awards 2018: Winning Sky Photos

Sarah Reeves, Astronomer and curator at MAAS will present the exhibition. This exhibition displays the top entries from the 2018 David Malin Awards astrophotography competition. The competition aims to encourage photographers to use their vision, imagination and skill to produce inspiring and beautiful images of the sky. Join Astronomer and curator at the Museum of Applied Arts & Science, Sarah Reeves for a special guided tour of the exhibition. Learn more about the photographs and about the Apollo 11 Mission that set man on the moon 50 years ago.

Tuesday, August 13: 3pm-4pm

Reading science fiction and non-fiction.

Science books - they can be serious, complex, thought-provoking, funny, light-hearted, fiction or fact. We read them to know more about the world in which we live and to expand our knowledge and look beyond our current understanding. What is your favourite science-based book? Is it a science-fiction novel set in a dystopian future, a guidebook for spotting birds or an explanation of string theory? Join BooBook on Owen in a friendly show and tell where you share your favourite science books and discuss the concepts presented within.

Wednesday, August 14: 12.30pm-1.30pm

Going Ballistic!

Presented by LCDR David Jones RAN. In 1914 the cruisers Australian HMAS Sydney and German SMS Emden engaged in a one-on-one naval battle. The Emden was first to fire. Several shots missed the Sydney but it was eventually hit causing damage to the range finders and causing some casualties. Hear what happened next and learn the science of naval gunnery as you explore the engineering, mathematics and physics of this battle with LCDR David Jones RAN. Be prepared to get up, get active and go ballistic.

Thursday, August 15: 10.30am-11.30am or 12.30pm-1.30pm

Oceans of knowledge

Five marine scientists will be involved, with the session led by Dr Nathan Knott from Department of Primary Industries. Marine parks, reef fish, seascapes and more! Learn about the cutting-edge research undertaken by local marine scientists in this engaging short presentation series. Hear about their investigations and discoveries from our own local Great Southern Reef and tropical islands far to the north; the rich biodiversity these habitats contain and along with secrets about the lives of gobies, fiddler rays, bream, snapper and sharks.

Friday, August 16 12.30pm-1.30pm

The weather may be fair or foul presented by a RAN meteorologist

Can you go to the beach or should you stay cosy inside with a book this weekend? Explore the twists and turns of meteorology and weather prediction with an RAN Meteorologist and Oceanographer. Hear how meteorologist utilise advanced technologies, learn about cloud formations, weather maps and uncover the science behind weather forecasting.

Friday, August 16: 3pm-4.30pm

Science Soapbox, show and tell

Join local science enthusiasts as they share their knowledge, passion and research in short, snappy presentations. Learn about everything from the exploration of outer space to the inner workings of our bodies.

Voyager Spacecraft journey (Jan Bruck)

Between Sound and Silence: How Technology is Combatting Hearing Loss (Alison Chiam, Jervis Bay Hearing Centre)

What Happens to the Human Body in Space? (Peter Lavelle)

Jervis Bay Marine Rescue: Its Radio Room and Vessels (Alex Ross)

Fitzroy: His Barometer and Weather Forecasting (Michael Sutton)

Saturday, August 17: 4pm-8pm

Family fun finale - farewell Science Week

Meet local researchers, hobbyists and professionals at this relaxed afternoon event. Enjoy a sausage sizzle before joining a guided tour through our native Wirrecoo Gardens, watch a short film and gaze upon planets and the moon.

Learn about our local birds with BirdLife Shoalhaven, meet our Shoalhaven Beekeepers, help a shark researcher from the Jervis Bay Marine Discovery and Research Centre and take part in our science trivia treasure hunt for your chance to win great prizes. Then when it gets dark join Shoalhaven Astronomers to gaze upon the stars, planets and the moon through powerful telescopes

Key times:

4.15pm Tour of the Wirrecoo Gardens with the Australian Native Plant Society NSW Nowra.

5.15pm Birds in the Shoalhaven talk by Chris Grounds courtesy of BirdLife Shoalhaven

6pm Planet viewing courtesy of Shoalhaven Astronomers

7pm Moon viewing courtesy the Shoalhaven Astronomers

For further information contact Emma-Lee Crane on 4441 5675.