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Plant and Animal Infectious Diseases with the Experts (Stage 6)
May
This live virtual excursion will be led by scientists in the pathology labs of the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust and Taronga Conservation Society Australia.
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
As sickness is so common in our population, it is easy to think that disease is a unique human phenomenon. We watch our plants wither and die thinking nothing of it, and it is not until we have a sick pet, or on rare occasions, hear of a new epidemic decimating agriculture that we even consider disease impacting something that is not human. As we know, disease is not unique to humans and there are pathogens that target all living things. The Biology syllabus does an excellent job in reminding us of this, however, it is easy to return to our anthropomorphic views of disease unless we have other examples to work with.
This live virtual excursion will be led by scientists in the pathology labs of the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust and Taronga Conservation Society Australia. They will explain the host response and defence mechanisms, as well as demonstrate the process of inquiry that occurs in the lab as disease moves through populations and determine how to prevent its spread. By hearing case studies from scientists from both The Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust and Taronga Conservation Society Australia, you will have a more thorough and holistic understanding of Biology Module 7 Infectious Diseases.
Time: 10am-11am Case Study 1 (Taronga Zoo) and 11.30am-12.30am Case study 2 (RBGDT)
Cost: $100 per class for up to 25 students, or $15 per student.
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? No
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: The Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust
Event Details
Date & Time
02-May-2022 10:00AM + Google Calendar + iCal Export
Event Type
Live Event - Scheduled
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
$100 per class for up to 25 students, or $15 per student.
Payment Instructions
Payment is required via the Humanitix ticketing system
Curriculum
Secondary
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Science and Tech » Biology
Cancellation Policy
By booking this program you acknowledge and agree to our full terms and conditions as listed on the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney website including our cancellations policy.
Terms and Conditions
By booking this program you acknowledge and agree to our full terms and conditions as listed on the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney website
Will This Event Be Recorded?
No
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
If students are learning from home, they will need –
Internet connection
Own device with in-built microphone
If you are dialling in from the classroom, you will need –
A microphone so the presenter can hear the class. Please note that some laptop microphones are difficult to hear, and the positioning of the laptop is important for capturing sound.
A projector or smartboard that allows the students to see the presenter – your classroom smartboard is perfect for this.
Adequate sound volume (usually from your smartboard or external speakers). Laptop speakers are inadequate for your whole classroom to hear the presenter
If you have any queries please contact the provider
Name: Education and Engagement Team, Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust
Phone: 02 9231 8134
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/learn