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Luke Whiley

Festival Operations Project Officer

Luke is a Senior Lecturer and biomedical researcher at Murdoch University in Perth. Luke’s team research the reasons why some people may age healthily, whilst others experience cognitive decline and dementia. Outside of research Luke is a big sports fan and often running, cycling or playing cricket

Mhairi Kerr

Mhairi Kerr

Strategy and Policy Project Officer

I'm a statistician in the field of pharmacoepidemiology. My passion lies in using data to tell a story and generate real-world evidence to guide informed decision-making processes.

Jimmy Harden

Jimmy Harden

IT Project Officer

Beer + Science? Genius!

I've been working in IT operations across a wide cross-section of organisations for over a decade. I hold qualifications in Creative Industries and IT, and have been involved in events management, managed a band and been a long-time musician.

Darren Rapsey

Darren Rapsey

Festival Operations Project Officer

I’m here because I want to help people to experience that feeling of awe and wonder when we discover something new and deeply impactful. I hope to convince people that science is accessible to them, well worth their attention and the very best way to understand the world around them.

Rimjhim Agarwal

Rimjhim Agarwal

Festival Operations Project Officer

I am a passionate biologist. Experienced in commercializing technology innovations. I am committed to making a real-world impact through science and its translations. On side, I volunteer with science outreach program in QLD schools.

Elysia Sokolenko

Elysia Sokolenko

Festival Operations Project Officer

I am a neuroscience lecturer and researcher at the University of Adelaide. I am particularly interested in mental health. Beyond that, I'm all about aggressively hoppy IPAs, roller skating at the skate park, terrible reality TV, and my cat, Goose.

Helene Bois

Festival Operations Project Officer

I'm Helene, a Scientific Communications and Events professional passionate about communication, facilitation, and events, especially for meaningful and impactful projects. I believe in the power of knowledge sharing to inspire positive change and raise awareness!

Robert Barwell

Robert Barwell

Festival Operations Project Officer

I now work in animal health and biosecurity projects but originally trained as a veterinarian. I've spent years listening to science podcasts and wanted to help bring the amazing things happening in science to a broader audience. When not working, I am usually running or enjoying a good pale ale.

Stuart Corner

Media Officer

I've been a technician/teacher/journalist/publisher over a 40 year career in the IT industry. In the distant past I studied science at uni and I’ve maintained my interest in science. Above all, I’m passionate about communication ideas effectively and accurately.

Felicity Nelson

Strategy and Partnerships Officer​

I'd like to see science news make the front page everyday. I'm a science journalist and strategy consultant with an interest in frogs, stars and everything in between.

Mandy Li

Communications​ Officer​

An avid pharmacologist and cake enthusiast. When I’m not in the lab following protocols, I can be found following recipes and baking cakes. I also love illustrating and graphic design and hope to one day create both beautiful diagrams and delicious desserts.

Jasmine Catague

Jasmine Catague

Communications Officer​

Jasmine is a dedicated PhD student at Deakin School of Medicine, focused on enhancing breast cancer surgery diagnostics using chemical antibodies, or 'aptamers.' Passionate about science communication, she actively works to bridge the gap between scientists and the community, aiming to make scientif…

Lucy Campbell

Lucy Campbell

Media Officer​

I’m a writer and editor with a particular enthusiasm for science communication. When I'm not working with words, I love to bake and crochet.