Summary

Star Quality Scientists Compete. Theatre showdown. Charm, charisma and wit wins!

Australia’s top early career researchers will use their use their charm, charisma and knowledge to battle it out for a place in the Australian National Final. They’ll have just three minutes to present their scientific concept to a live audience and a panel of judges. No PowerPoint and no jargon, but props are encouraged!

The Australian winner will go on to compete at the UK’s Cheltenham Science Festival in June 2019 alongside scientists from over 30 countries.

FameLab created by Cheltenham Festival is an international science communication competition that aims to find the most charismatic up-and-coming scientists from around the world.

Doors open at 6pm for a 6:30pm start. Tickets must be pre-booked. Light refreshments will be available for purchase.

FameLab Australia is produced by the Foundation for the WA Museum with international partner the British Council.  Fame Lab Australia 2019 – Queensland Semi Final is a World Science Festival Brisbane Affiliate Event.