National Science Week – Public Lecture
20 August 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Bancroft Auditorium, QIMR Berghofer Herston
Free event for science lovers and curious minds! This #NationalScienceWeek join for an evening of fascinating talks from three leading QIMR Berghofer scientists and learn how some tiny creatures have a BIG impact on global health.
Hear from:
- Dr Brian Johnson on the science behind mosquito control and protecting against emerging infectious diseases
- Dr Suzy Ossipow on tackling neglected tropical diseases that affect millions of people globally
- Dr Deepani Fernando on scabies research and new approaches to addressing drug resistance
Before the presentations, explore the Tropical Health display featuring a giant 3D mosquito, a hanging schistosome worm, and a display of (real!) parasites.
Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/d_p-6xaE
