BrisScience: 20th Anniversary Celebration!

BrisScience: 20th Anniversary Celebration!

State Library of Queensland, Auditorium 1South Bank, QLD
Monday, Mar 9, 2026 from 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm AEST
Overview

It's our 20th birthday! Join the Queensland Chief Scientist as she explores the state of science in Queensland and future opportunities.

You're invited to Brisbane's brainiest birthday party - BrisScience is turning 20!

Join special guest Queensland Chief Scientist Professor Kerrie Wilson as she explores the state of science in Queensland and the opportunities shaping its future.

Professor Wilson will discuss priorities for science investment, the importance of social sciences in informing government, and the need to equip our STEM workforce to harness its potential.

She'll also highlight the critical role of science communication in building trust and addressing the challenges of misinformation in today’s society.

Expect nostalgic throwbacks, bonus guest speakers, live music and some heartfelt acknowledgements!


PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT IS IN THE STATE LIBRARY OF QUEENSLAND'S AUDITORIUM 1, ADJACENT TO THE EDGE.


Can't join us in person?

If you can't make it to the State Library of Queensland, please join us online to watch the live stream. Register for the online event by selecting a live stream ticket above.

Subscribe to our mailing list to be the first to know about future BrisScience events.


Meet the presenter:

Professor Kerrie Wilson is the Queensland Chief Scientist and one of Australia's leading researchers in environmental science strategy and policy. Her career spans senior roles in Australian and international universities and not-for-profit organisations. She has received numerous accolades, including the Prime Minister's Prize for Life Scientist of the Year and the Eureka Prize for Outstanding Young Researcher.


Find out more about our Venue Partner, The Edge, State Library of Queensland, visit: edgeqld.org.au

It's our 20th birthday! Join the Queensland Chief Scientist as she explores the state of science in Queensland and future opportunities.

You're invited to Brisbane's brainiest birthday party - BrisScience is turning 20!

Join special guest Queensland Chief Scientist Professor Kerrie Wilson as she explores the state of science in Queensland and the opportunities shaping its future.

Professor Wilson will discuss priorities for science investment, the importance of social sciences in informing government, and the need to equip our STEM workforce to harness its potential.

She'll also highlight the critical role of science communication in building trust and addressing the challenges of misinformation in today’s society.

Expect nostalgic throwbacks, bonus guest speakers, live music and some heartfelt acknowledgements!


PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT IS IN THE STATE LIBRARY OF QUEENSLAND'S AUDITORIUM 1, ADJACENT TO THE EDGE.


Can't join us in person?

If you can't make it to the State Library of Queensland, please join us online to watch the live stream. Register for the online event by selecting a live stream ticket above.

Subscribe to our mailing list to be the first to know about future BrisScience events.


Meet the presenter:

Professor Kerrie Wilson is the Queensland Chief Scientist and one of Australia's leading researchers in environmental science strategy and policy. Her career spans senior roles in Australian and international universities and not-for-profit organisations. She has received numerous accolades, including the Prime Minister's Prize for Life Scientist of the Year and the Eureka Prize for Outstanding Young Researcher.


Find out more about our Venue Partner, The Edge, State Library of Queensland, visit: edgeqld.org.au

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Highlights

  • 1 hour 15 minutes
  • In-person

Location

State Library of Queensland, Auditorium 1

Auditorium 1

State Library of Queensland South Bank, QLD 4101

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