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Kempsy Adams
City Coordinator
I am an entomologist working with the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries on Fruit Flies. My main interests are in the physiology and chemical ecology of insects and I love a cold lager on a hot summer afternoon!
Alejandra Cau-Cattan
City Coordinator
Originally from Argentina, Alejandra Cau-Cattan was contacted as part of the Australian Global Talent Programme and moved to Brisbane in January 2023 and is currently working in the delivery of the Quantum and Advanced Technologies Strategy at DESI. She was previously the environmental superintenden…
Nicola Grobler
MC and Volunteer
Telling stories, engaging with people, and ‘translating’ research have been the connecting threads in Nicola’s career. Nicola is currently the Communications and Marketing Coordinator for Queensland Trust for Nature, since (to quote everyone's inspiration Sir David Attenborough) "saving our planet i…
Adam Hagg
MC
I am a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Queensland, studying how different body systems interact in health and disease. My research focuses on understanding the cellular processes that regulate skeletal muscle function and how maintaining muscle health benefits overall well-being.
Arlie Macdonald
Volunteer
I am a PhD student with the Centre of Excellence for Plant Success who is passionate about making science accessible to everyone. I am particularly interested in helping people use scientific and statistical principles to understand day-to-day phenomena.
Izzah Abdul Rahim
Volunteer
With a background in Food Science and Technology/Nutrition, I am interested in learning more about the different STEM pathways and being more involved in the industry through volunteering and event opportunities.
George O'Connor
Volunteer
Hi, my name is George O'Connor and I love science, arts and engineering. I work at CSIRO as computer vision software engineer. In my spare time I play music, read and get into the outdoors.
Nathan Eggins
Volunteer
Nate Eggins is an award-winning musician, songwriter and science communicator.
From hosting sci-comm events to performing quirky songs about critical thinking (under the alias 'Conspiracy of One'), his goal is to engage people in science through creative means with a wicked sense of humour!
Stefan Emming
Volunteer
I am a postdoc in Immunology at UQ and fascinated how small events within a cell can have effects on the whole body. Bringing the excitement of scientists for their niche topic to a broader audience, is my motivation for Pint of Science.
Norika Heathdale
Volunteer
I'm eager to dip my toes into STEM and learn more about science to combat climate change.
Mehershad Wadia
MC
Hi, I'm Mehershad and I'm currently studying nerve regeneration and repair at the Queensland Brain Institute (University of Queensland). I'm passionate about science communication, and have previously presented my research at the Brisbane Comedy Festival, ABC Brisbane radio, and have authored a chil…
KJ John
Venue Manager
I'm KJ, a structural engineer shaping some of Brissy's major infrastructure, with roots in research and a mind wired for curiosity. Science has always pulled me in - not just for answers, but for questions and responsibilities it brings. It's that mix of logic and wonder that keeps me coming back ev…
Tanuka Sen
Volunteer
Hi, I am a Research Fellow at the Institute for Molecular Biosciences (IMB), at the University of Queensland. At UQ, my research involves developing fluorescent antimicrobial probes that can be used for tracking microbial infections and emerging antimicrobial resistance. Additionally, working on und…
Binodhya Wijerathne
Volunteer
I am a PhD candidate who just submitted my thesis. My research is based on bioinspiration and it’s real world applications excavating how the remarkable properties can be extracted in to synthetic materials. I love anything science and dogs! I discovered my new passion on hikes recently. ????