Activities

Across the week, the AIP Congress will feature a vibrant program of activities designed to bring the community together. As planning progresses, new offerings will be added here. Highlights include free public lectures, the 2026 Congress Dinner on Sydney Harbour, networking breakfasts, an early registration day, and opportunities tailored for teachers and schools.

Congress Dinner

Wednesday, 9 December
7.00 pm – 10.30 pm

A highlight of the AIP conference, especially for those travelling to Sydney from afar, the AIP Dinner offers an opportunity to celebrate and recognise physicists from across Australia and New Zealand, through the AIP and ANZOS award ceremonies.

Set across three decks and travelling on calm harbour waters, this unique experience will take delegates and their guests on a three-hour cruise around Sydney Harbour.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased via the registration portal.

Public Lectures

University of Sydney

Monday, 7 December
6.00 pm – 7.00 pm

Dr Jessie Christiansen

Chief Scientist of the NASA Exoplanet Science Institute at Caltech/IPAC

We are delighted to welcome Australian physicist Dr Jessie Christensen to speak on our opening day as part of our public program. More information on her public lecture, including registration will be included here.

Thursday, 10 December
6.00 pm – 7.00 pm

Dr Derek Muller

Veritasium

An alumnus of the School of Physics, The University of Sydney, is undoubtedly one of the world's most influential science communicators.

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