Pint of Science aims to deliver interesting and relevant talks on the latest science research in an accessible format to the public – mainly in the pub! They want to provide a platform which allows people to discuss research with the people who carry it out – no prior knowledge of the subject is required.
Now, where did I put my keys? Ageing, food, and your brain
20 May 2019, 7:00–9:30pm
It is an unfortunate fact that brain function declines with age. What can start with minor irritation about losing your keys or forgetting the name of your favourite beer, can become a serious health issue. But there is a big difference between what is a normal process of getting older and wiser, and a degenerative disease – and it is possible that what you eat can impact on how your brain ages.
Venue: The Brewers Apprentice, 334 Church St, Palmerston North
For further information and to buy tickets: https://pintofscience.nz/event/now-where-did-i-put-my-keys-ageing-food-and-your-brain
In Food for the aged, find out about how Allan Hardacre and his students at Massey University are developing a high-protein food for the aged.
Te Taiao, Te Tinana, e rua e rua
20 May 2019, 7:00–9:30pm
From a Māori perspective, the human body and the universal environment are related and the terms used by the ancestors are a testament to that. This talk will explain this quintessential interrelationship through narrative and terminology, for example the word for land ‘whenua’ is the same word Māori use for the placenta – in that both sustain life. The second talk will look at Rugby and its place in 'our society'.
Venue: Brew Union, 39-41 Broadway Ave & 78 King Street, Palmerston North
For further information and to buy tickets: https://pintofscience.nz/event/te-taiao-te-tinana-e-rua-e-rua
Hacking the biology of hunger: The power of protein
21 May 2019, 7:00–9:30pm
This talk will discuss the biological systems of hunger and how changing the way you eat can affect these systems to reduce feelings of hunger. The talk will also cover some benefits of increased protein intake and an insight into creating a health claim that you may see on supermarket shelves soon.
Venue: The Brewers Apprentice, 334 Church St, Palmerston North
For further information and to buy tickets: https://pintofscience.nz/event/hacking-the-biology-of-hunger-the-power-of-protein
In Food function and structure – introduction discover more resources covering the macronutrients and micronutrients our bodies need.
Coexisting with cows and keas
21 May 2019, 7:00–9:30pm
This talk will describe how aspects of bovine anatomy have evolved to cope with the myriad of different environments which they inhabit. Research has demonstrated how a detailed understanding of this anatomical structure and function can help us treat and prevent disease and ensure the health and wellbeing of this extraordinary species.
Kea are innovative problem solvers and ranked as one of the smartest species of bird in the world. These cognitive abilities have been shaped by the resource-poor mountain habitat in which they evolved. These survival traits have put kea in direct conflict with the human colonisation of Aoteoroa.
Venue: Brew Union, 39-41 Broadway Ave & 78 King Street, Palmerston North
For further information and to buy tickets: https://pintofscience.nz/event/what-have-cows-ever-done-for-us
Check out the citizen science project the Kea Database to see how you could scientists and conservationists know more about the habits of kea.
The state of our environment, from the mountains to our waterways
Three speakers will discuss a variety of the work undertaken across the Horizons Region – from managing hill country erosion and the tracking of sediment to aid water quality, to the impacts on freshwater ecosystems and collecting, validating and communicating the data. This talk is on two nights.
21 May 2019, 7:00–8:30pm
Venue: Mixx Craft Beer Bar, 379 Victoria Ave, Whanganui
For further information and to buy tickets: https://pintofscience.nz/event/the-state-of-our-environment-from-the-waterways-to-our-hills
22 May 2019, 7:00–8:30pm
Venue: The Brewers Apprentice, 334 Church St, Palmerston North
For further information and to buy tickets: https://pintofscience.nz/event/the-state-of-our-environment-from-the-hills-to-our-waterways
So, what do you do?
22 May 2019, 7:00–9:30pm
Two speakers will discuss how their field of science connects with your life and research being undertaken into Brown Kiwi genetics. The research aims to generate genetic insight into the whakapapa of these populations to assist local Māori enhance the kaitiakitanga of taonga bird.
Venue: Brew Union, 39-41 Broadway Ave & 78 King Street, Palmerston North
For further information and to buy tickets: https://pintofscience.nz/event/so-what-do-you-do
