University of Papua New Guinea · School of Natural & Physical Sciences
Explore ideas. Test them. Build things. Share what you discover.
Student-led investigations, field work and laboratory studies across the sciences.
Open positions on active student projects, from beginner friendly to field and laboratory work.
Practical sessions, research skills workshops and showcases open to UPNG students.
Membership
Join a community of students who want to explore ideas, build practical skills, contribute to research and projects, and learn through hands-on experience beyond formal lectures.
“Research changed how I think about science. Instead of only learning concepts from lectures, I started asking how those ideas could be tested and applied to problems around us.”
- Anna Kila
Environmental Science
SRIS creates room for students to move from understanding concepts to actually using them.
Research. Laboratory practicals. Student projects. Peer teaching. New skills. Different disciplines working together.
Built around curiosity, practical learning and student initiative.
See how students turn questions, classroom concepts and curiosity into practical investigation.
Water Quality Assessment of Selected Water Sources at UPNG
A student-led investigation examining selected water sources around the University of Papua New Guinea campus. The project introduces students to sample collection, basic water-quality testing, data recording, analysis and scientific reporting.
Explore the researchTesting ideas beyond the lecture theatre.
Student-led practical work creates space to experiment, make mistakes, discuss results and understand the theory more deeply.
View all projectsOpen positions on student-led projects, with the support to learn the methods as you go.
Water Quality Research Team
Join the student team investigating water quality around selected locations. Participants will assist with field observations, sample collection, laboratory testing, data recording and preparation of research findings.
Open
View opportunityPython Data Analysis Research Project
Join a student-led project using Python to explore, clean and analyse scientific datasets. Participants will develop practical experience with data preparation, visualisation and basic statistical analysis while contributing to a collaborative research activity.
Closed
View opportunitySkills become meaningful when students can immediately put them to work.
Introduction to Microscopy
A hands-on laboratory practical introducing students to microscope components, correct handling procedures, specimen preparation and basic observation techniques.
Explore learning activityPython for Data Analysis
A practical introduction to using Python for working with scientific data. Students will learn how to organise datasets, perform basic analysis, create visualisations and interpret results through hands-on exercises.
Explore learning activitySRIS connects students across the sciences while leaving room for interdisciplinary work.
