Science Festival 2023
Collaboration | Innovation | Impact
14-20 August 2023
The University of Melbourne's annual Science Festival is hosted by the Faculty of Science as part of National Science Week. Now in its ninth year, the Festival showcases the latest in STEM research across the University's faculties, schools, institutes and centres.
In 2023, we explored the theme of “Collaboration-Innovation-Impact” through public lectures and panel discussions, expert-led masterclasses, and an expo with interactive displays and hands-on activities. Led by the Faculty of Science, with contributions from the Faculty of Engineering and IT, the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, and the Faculty of Arts, our diverse events demonstrated how science crosses disciplines, and that through collaboration we can change the world for the better.
We recorded a selection of these events for you to watch in your own time. So set a reminder for next year’s Science Festival (12-16 August 2024) and pass the popcorn!
2023 Science Festival Highlights
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Panel event: Science gets real – from problem to lab innovation to real-world impact
A group of scientists whose innovations are solving real-world problems discussed lessons learned that could help others. Recording now available.
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Panel event: Should we care about science denialism?
How concerned should we be about the unscientific opinions of influencers? A diverse panel of experts discussed science denialism. Recording now available.
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Mid-Afternoon Masterclasses
This year's popular online Masterclasses explored El Niño, diamonds in volcanoes, patterns in AI, how to keep your furry friends happy, and the art of food science. Recordings now available.
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Collaborate to Innovate Expo
The Expo featured a series of interactive installations that showcased the latest in STEM research across the University of Melbourne's faculties, schools, institutes and centres.
Acknowledgement of Country
The University of Melbourne acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the unceded land on which we work, learn, and live: the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong peoples (Burnley, Fishermans Bend, Parkville, Southbank and Werribee campuses), the Yorta Yorta Nation (Dookie and Shepparton campuses), and the Dja Dja Wurrung people (Creswick campus).
Indigenous Australians have been custodians of the lands and waterways of this country for thousands of years. As Australia’s first scientists, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have deep and enduring knowledge of the land, waters, and skies. We pay respect to Elders past, present, and future, and acknowledge the importance of Indigenous knowledge in the Academy. As a community of researchers, teachers, professional staff, and students we are privileged to work and learn every day with Indigenous colleagues and partners.
Missed out on previous years' events?
Or just want to relive the excitement? Watch older Science Festival recordings here in your own time. More will be added soon.
- Hear from a series of experts as they highlight the weird and wonderful world of science with our 2022 Mid-Afternoon Masterclass series.
- Learn about the discoveries that changed our world with Dr Suzie Sheehy.
- Listen to a panel of experts tackle the topic of Australia’s space technology and the University's SpIRIT Satellite Mission.
About Science Festival
Since 2015, the University of Melbourne has celebrated National Science Week with an annual, week-long Science Festival, showcasing the latest in STEM research across our faculties, schools, institutes and centres through free public events.
Questions?
Amber Kerwin
Science Festival Program Coordinator
science-events@unimelb.edu.au