Inspiring the next generation of scientists at Biomedical Sciences Day

Hosted in partnership with the Gene Technology Access Centre (GTAC), the annual Biomedical Sciences Day welcomed students from both rural and metro schools, including under-represented schools.

The event aimed to inspire young minds at a pivotal time as they start choosing subjects and considering university pathways.

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Prof Stuart Ralph welcomed students with an introduction to the field of biomedicine and the cutting edge research happening within the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct.

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Students worked alongside researchers in the Research Reveals in the GTAC Laboratories.

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And they took a behind the scenes tour of the University’s Harry Brookes Allen Museum of Anatomy and Pathology and uncovered real tissue specimens and historical anatomical models.

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The day also included a visit to the Digital Learning Hub in the School of Biomedical Sciences were students were able to experience how innovative digital technology is used to study the human body.

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A Student Recruitment representative also spoke to the students about Access Melbourne, an equity scheme that assists students from under-represented areas with entry to undergraduate study at UniMelb.

Bachelor of Biomedicine students Jenna Ackland, Tasnim Thamer and Mindy Lay shared their student experiences, research interests and campus life.

Watch our recap reel here