Diamantina Institute

SPARQ-ed | Students Performing Advanced Research QLD

SPARQ-ed (pronounced spark ed) is a unique educational facility established in collaboration between the Department of Education and The University of Queensland. Our cutting edge facility features a fully equipped PC2 biomedical teaching laboratory and learning centre, located at the Translational Research Institute (TRI) in Brisbane, providing school students a practical introduction to biomedical research.

Our Vision - To be a leader in Australian STEM education by delivering innovative biomedical research education that fosters the development of aspiring and successful students, as the future leaders and innovators of Queensland.

Our Mission - To deliver sustainable and accessible world-class biomedical education experiences that inspire students to consider STEM subjects and careers, enhance the professional practice of teachers and build strong connections with the community.

Experiences
Research Immersion
Our leading program consists of a 5-day program experience, providing students in Years 10-12 an opportunity to conduct an experimental project in our PC2 laboratory collaborating with one of TRI’s world ranked biomedical research groups .
Workshops
Schools can book a 2 hour Incursion workshop or a full day Excursion workshop experience for students in Years 7-12. All experiences have been designed to complement the implementation of ACARA Science and QCAA Biology and Chemistry subjects.
Professional Development
Workshops designed to support School staff in implementing Biology, Chemistry, Australian Curriculum Science, and VET courses essential to the professional practise of teachers engaging students in STEM.

Latest News

UQ Open Day 2022

St Lucia                                                       Gatton

7 August 2022                                            21 August 2022  

9am – 3pm                                                 9am – 3pm

Learn more about St Lucia Open Day    Learn more about Gatton Open Day

Online   7 August 2022    9am – 3pm    Learn more about joining online

Applications for the 2022 Research Immersion program are open.  Click Research Immersion for more information, how to apply and closing dates.

Bookings for 2022 SPARQ-ed workshop experiences are open.  Click Workshops for topics and how to book your school experience. 

Media flash 

Skin microbiopsy device developed by UQ researchers that takes tissue samples smaller than 0.5mm in diameter, which could make diagnosing skin cancers instant and almost pain-free. It is now going through final stages of product development. Read more

Research story: Research Immersion program Mater PhD students help ignite a passion for medical research with SPARQ-ed

 

 

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Contact

SPARQ-ed is located on Level 2 of the Translational Research Institute, at the Princess Alexandra Hospital campus, Woolloongabba in Brisbane.

Enquiries: + 61 7 3443 6920
Email: sparqed@uq.edu.au

SPARQ-ed Team

  • Head of Department: Charmaine Keal
  • Science Teacher: Jessica Malcolm
  • Administration & Engagement Officer: Lily White

Postal address

SPARQ-ed
Rm 2008, Level 2 Translational Research Institute
37 Kent Street, Woolloongabba, Brisbane Qld 4102

Getting to SPARQ-ed

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