ChemEd BioLive 2026

18 November 2026 - 20 November 2026

Region(s): Canterbury

Type(s): conferences

Come along to the ChemEd BioLive biennial conference, in association with BEANZ and SCENZ being hosted at the University of Canterbury. This is an opportunity for teachers of Chemistry, Biology, and Science to connect, collaborate, and gain inspiration. The conference will feature a programme of national and international keynote speakers, offering fresh perspectives on the rapidly evolving fields of research in Biology, Chemistry and Education. It is also an opportunity to experience the unique scientific, cultural, and scenic highlights of the Canterbury region, from its regenerated city centre to the stunning Port Hills.

The conference theme weaves together the richness of learning and sharing knowledge / mātauranga— bringing together the many dimensions of cultural, scientific, and professional learning that our conference aims to achieve.

Mā te huruhuru ka rere te manu

With feathers, the bird can fly

In addition to our keynote speakers, there will be a rich variety of workshops designed to enhance your teaching practice. These sessions will cover some of the latest scientific research, pedagogical approaches, and hands-on practical activities that you can take back to your own classrooms. Field trips will showcase local venues at the forefront of science, technology, and conservation.

Keynote speakers

• Unpacking the Science of Learning by Nina Hood

• Dawn of the New Zealand Gene Tech Revolution by William Rolleston

• Conservation in the Field by Andrew Digby

• Testing wastewater for Drugs and Bugs – understanding the health and behaviours of a community by Andrew Chappel & Brent Gilpin

• How fundamentals in biology, chemistry and physics are shaping breakthroughs in 3D Bioprinting and Regenerative Medicine by Tim Woodfield

• Mythbusting de-extinction to sort fact from fiction by Nic Rawlence

• What Happens to Me—and Around Me: Rethinking School Climate, Belonging, and Achievement by Valerie Soltardi

Venue: University of Canterbury (Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha), Christchurch

For more information and to register: https://confer.eventsair.com/chemed-biolive-2026.

Some of our Hub's team will be there and are looking forward to meeting you.