Come and see the SPARC Hub Pavement Research findings (Brisbane) and the Kokoda Challenge

Apr 18, 2023 | Insitutek

Smart Pavements Australian Research Collaboration SPARC HUB Monash University QUT

We are thrilled to announce two exciting events that we will be participating in in the next couple of weeks that we thought would be of interest!

Our first event is the Smart Pavements Australia Research Collaboration Hub (SPARC Hub) research showcase on the 21st of April, 2023, at QUT Gardens Point Campus in Brisbane. This event is an opportunity to gain insights into the latest developments in the field of pavement technology, with over 44 research projects on various pavement topics. We believe that attending events like this is essential for staying ahead of the curve in the industry and expanding our knowledge.

We are also excited to witness the achievements of the first cohort of PhD scholars (around 22) who will be graduating in this year. We believe that events like this are essential for fostering collaboration between academia and industry and accelerating progress in the field.

The best part? This event is FREE! Register now using the link below and join us at this exciting event.

Registration link (free): https://lnkd.in/gqqHPwsM

For more details, please contact me or Dr. Chaminda Gallage ([email protected]).

We hope to see you there.

Second up, we will be participating in the Kokoda Challenge in the Sunshine Coast on 22 April 2023.

This event is not just a physical challenge (50km run or walk with lots of big hills!), but also an opportunity to honour the brave men and women who fought in the Kokoda Campaign in 1942 in Papua New Guinea, and to support the youth in our community through the Kokoda Youth Foundation.

For the second year running, our team, Scrambled Eggs 2.0, are supporting the Kokoda Youth Foundation. They provide experiential programs that engage and inspire Aussie kids to reach their full potential. By investing in our young people, we are investing in the future of our nation, and the Kokoda Challenge is a great way to make a difference.

Every dollar counts, and no amount is too small or TOO LARGE. So, we invite you to join us in raising awareness about this incredible event and the work of the Kokoda Youth Foundation. If you would like to support me and our team, Scrambled Eggs 2.0, you can make a donation.

What a fantastic way to help us make a positive impact on the lives of young people in our community.

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