Our 2026 Sponsors
Science Alive! wouldn’t be possible without the partners who share our ideas and vision. Thanks to our sponsors and supporters for all of their assistance, participation and guidance, and for helping so many families at our events see the possibilities of science and technology into the future.
Principal Sponsors
Department of Defence
Explore the science and technology shaping Australia's future Defence capabilities. At Science Alive, Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) and the Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) will showcase how innovation, research and advanced engineering help solve complex national security challenges. Step inside an inflatable submarine and discover more about the technology behind Australia's Nuclear-Powered Submarines; one of the nation's most significant industrial endeavours.
Explore interactive displays highlighting the real-world applications of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and emerging technologies that support Defence capability. Visitors can learn how scientists, engineers, technologists, tradespeople and military personnel work together to deliver cutting-edge solutions for Defence and national security. Whether you're a student considering future study pathways, a parent interested in STEM opportunities, or simply curious about Defence innovation, our team can help you understand future STEM pathways across Defence in the APS and ADF. You'll also have the chance to experience some of the technologies used in Defence research, including thermal imaging, and take home a printed thermal selfie as a souvenir of your visit. Join us to discover how science, technology and innovation are helping build Australia's future.
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Key Sponsor
Lockheed Martin Australia
Lockheed Martin Australia is engaged in the development, integration and sustainment of cutting-edge defence technologies. Our capabilities span all domains from space to undersea, and bolster the Australian Defence Force’s ability to operate in highly contested environments. Front-line capabilities include the F-35 Lightning II, resilient and agile space capabilities, long range strike systems, and advanced training, sustainment and logistical solutions, including rotary aircraft such as the Black Hawk and Seahawk and medium air mobility platforms like the C-130J.
Lockheed Martin Australia has a deep commitment to Australian industry, and a vision centred on building long-term stewardship, while ensuring a high-degree of interoperability and connectivity with allies and partners. We’re committed to building Australian sovereign capability through our early careers programs, workforce development initiatives, research partnerships and our Advanced Systems and Technologies in-country research and development facility.
Partners
Robinson Research Institute
Robinson Research Institute (RRI) helps grow the families people dream of by tackling the most pressing reproductive health issues in undertaking world-leading research to improve fertility and pregnancy outcomes, as well as fostering early childhood health in Australia and across the globe.
As Australia’s only medical research institute solely dedicated to healthy human reproduction and early life health, we look back on over 15 years of life-changing discoveries and ‘firsts’.
Our translational research empowers health care professionals and parents-to-be with knowledge and tools to make the safest choices and uses findings to advocate for improved health care and policy change.
Inspiring South Australia
Inspiring South Australia works to connect people with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through engaging experiences that spark curiosity and build confidence.
We believe that STEM belongs to everyone, and that opportunities to explore, question and discover can inspire new ways of thinking about the world around us. Across our state, researchers, educators, community groups, and industry partners are helping create a culture where STEM is accessible, relevant, and valued. We encourage all South Australians to embrace their curiosity, engage with STEM in everyday life, and be part of the conversations and innovations shaping our future. Find out more at inspiringsa.org.au
National Science Week
National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology, bringing communities together to explore, discover and engage with science in all its forms. Held each August, it features thousands of events across the country, inspiring more than three million participants each year. From family-friendly activities and hands-on experiences to thought-provoking discussions and creative science projects, there is something for everyone.
National Science Week aims to spark curiosity, increase participation in science, foster connections between communities, researchers, and industry, and encourage new approaches to science communication. We invite everyone to get involved and celebrate the role science plays in our lives. See the full program of events at scienceweek.net.au.