e-Meet a Biomedical Scientist 2024
From the lab to the classroom. In celebration of National Science Week – 10th August to the 18th August 2024 – high school students will have the opportunity to meet our experts and learn about all things biomedical sciences.
We want to celebrate National Science Week by connecting our University of Melbourne Biomedical Scientists with Victorian high school students.
National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. It's a great initiative that ignites student curiosity, exploration and discovery.
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to talk to one of our passionate Biomedical Researchers, who are dedicated to solving some of the world’s biggest health challenges – all from the centre of the Southern Hemisphere's largest biomedical precinct!
Biomedical Scientists are at the heart of multi-disciplinary healthcare teams and their research drives the discovery of new medications, vaccines, treatments and cures for many life-threatening diseases.
In a 20-30 minute video call, our experts – many of whom are global leaders in their research field, will help you to inspire the next generation of Biomedical Scientists.
Students in Years 10–12 from across metropolitan, regional and rural schools are invited to ask questions about:
- What it's like to make a major scientific discovery?
- How it feels to change the course of a person’s health – and life?
- What career pathways are available for budding young Biomedical Scientists?
- What are the latest technologies available in modern-day, cutting-edge science laboratories?
And much more…
The School of Biomedical Sciences will work to "match-make" our Biomedical experts with participating secondary school classes in the weeks prior to National Science Week so that meetings ideally can take place during National Science week itself: Monday 12 – Friday 16 August.
Schools: Register Your Interest Here
Scientists/Researchers: Register Your Interest Here
As the largest School of Biomedical Sciences in Australia, we are at the forefront of teaching and research excellence, with the aim of advancing human health.
Living through a global pandemic along with the emerging issues has highlighted the field of Biomedical Sciences as one experiencing high growth with many career opportunities. There has been an unprecedented expansion of knowledge, technology and, importantly, collaboration.
Following successful e-Meet a Biomedical Scientist events in previous years, we are excited to be sharing this initiative again. Offering an opportunity for our own Biomedical Sciences experts to share their knowledge, and for schools to inspire and engage their students in a new way. We look forward to your participation.
Meet some of our participating Biomedical Scientists
To find out more information of e-Meet a Biomedical Scientist, please visit our e-Meet a Biomedical Scientist page.
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A/Prof Ashraful Haque |
Dr Rex Barton-Smith |
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Prof Matthew Watt |
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Dr Ayenachew Bezawork-Geleta | Dr Chris Freelance |
Dr Jessica Briffa |
 Cait Beddows |
Christine Sleaby |
Dr David Fineberg |
Dr Melanie Eckersley-Maslin |
Dominika Michalek |
Dr Catherine Palmer |
Ashleigh Hayes Research Assistant, Department of Microbiology & Immunology |
Samuel Combes |
Dr Mike Clark |
Mayu Aburaya |
Research Assistant, Department of Microbiology and Immunology |
Research Fellow in the Department of Anatomy & Physiology |
Dr Michelle Christie
A/Prof Vicki Lawson 
Hear from our previous matches...
“I chose to take part in the program as I would have loved to have this opportunity when I was at school and wanted to provide this opportunity to current high school students. I thought it would be a great way to showcase biomedical science to budding young scientists looking at a possible career in biomedical science,” Ashleigh said. “I loved how excited the teachers and students were to be provided with the opportunity to speak to a Biomedical Scientist.” |
“Ashleigh’s work was amazingly well aligned with the Unit 3 and 4 Biology course. As teachers we find it so valuable to be able to use real life examples when we discuss concepts with students, and it allows us to perhaps question and clarify the research realities involved.” |
Read here about Ashleigh Hayes's experience from the e-Meet a Biomedical Scientist program.
Read about past e-Meet programs, the Biomedical Scientists who have participated, and how this annual initiative helps connect curious young minds with world-renowned researchers.
To stay up to date with the School of Biomedical Sciences news and events, please visit our website.