Have you ever tried liquid nitrogen ice cream? Do you want to know how vacuum systems work or learn about natural radioactivity? Come to see our demonstration circuit or attend a tour to hear about a unique research facility and how it enables world-leading research and support Australian industries for over 50 years!
Facilities of the Heavy Ion Accelerators (HIA) for high-energy ion beam research are unique in Australia and rare in the world. The Heavy Ion Accelerator Facility at the Australian National University runs 24/7 and supports a wide range of scientific research and applications, including nuclear physics, astrophysics, medical physics, resource extraction, environmental science and space radiation.
In a day jam-packed with inquiry and all-inclusive fun, this is a chance to get to know HIAF and its users inside out. Featured activities include:
- Tours of the facility.
- Scientific demonstrations.
- Coloring-in station for kids.
We have timed all Tours and Demonstration Sessions.
Tours will run for 45-50 minutes two times per hour from 10.15 am until 3 pm.
Please book your tickets to guarantee a place. Limited number of walk-ins can be accommodated in case of ticket-holders no-show.
If you would like to attend both a tour and science demonstrations, please book two separate tickets, noting the start and end time for each session.
Families are welcome to drop in to the coloring-in tent at any time.
Important Notes:
All visitors should wear closed shoes.
Tours and demonstrations are family friendly. Visitors under 16 years of age should be accompanied by an adult.
If you require accessibility accommodations, a visitor Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan, or if you have hearing issues, please contact the event organiser via hia.admin@anu.edu.au.
