Find out about the world-changing science happening right here in our backyard over a cold beer at the annual Pint of Science festival.
The volunteer-run festival, held in 27 countries around the world, gives everyday people the chance to hear about the cutting-edge innovations that could shape our future in the comfort of their local pub.
Each night a different local scientist from Deakin University or the CSIRO will explain their research in layman’s terms, giving attendees the chance to ask questions, take part in quizzes, win prizes and meet the presenter.
Deakin PhD candidate Dilendra Wijesekara will feature at the first of the three sessions, talking about her research into the uses for the use of silk in surgery, particularly for chronic middle ear disease.
“I’m really excited to bring the science that is happening at Deakin University here in Geelong to the local pub and share it with the audience here,” Ms Wijesekara said.
“I’ve been involved with science communication for some time… but I have not done a local event like this outside of the university. I think it’s the perfect platform.”
The festival’s Geelong city coordinator Associate Professor Kathryn Aston-Mourney said the aim was to bring science to the community.
“You mightn’t want to go to a lecture theatre and hear people talk academically about science,” she said.
“But going to a pub and hearing them talk about how cool their science is and the difference it’s going to make in the world is really interesting.”
Pint of Science is at the Barwon Club Hotel from May 19 to 21. Visit pintofscience.com.au for tickets and more information.
Matt Hewson
