Taking STEM to regional Victoria
The Convergence Science Network and the John Monash Science School will partner to promote science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subject and career pathways in schools throughout regional Victoria.
The Convergence Science Network has provided me with new scientific ideas, collaborative contacts and important national and international connections.
Professor Anthony Hannan,
Florey Institute of Neuroscience & Mental Health
Thursday 6 October 2016
Innovation in Mental Health – Harnessing the Power of Multidisciplinary Learning
This event brings together local and international experts to discuss how the convergence of disciplines is growing our knowledge and understanding of psychiatric conditions and in their diagnosis and management.
In honour of Melbourne's pioneer bionic ear inventer, the Oration brings internationally renowned scientists to share their vision of the future.
Congratulations to Parkdale Secondary College, taking out the Graeme Clark Award for Science Innovation in Schools.
Another well received Oration, and record attendance. See the full Oration here.
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The Next Pandemic - A Hypothetical
Melbourne Exhibition Centre
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Event Highlights
The Development of the Monash University Bionic Vision Device
Facing Hope Event
Our first event of 2016 was a sell out with over 230 people.
Catch up
The Role of Big Data in Precision Medicine: An Example of the Art of the Possible.
Convergence 2015
This years Symposium again broke new ground with the Convergence Science Community.
A full report to come.
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Our Philosophy
We engage with the community to share the rapidly moving developments in convergence science.
In a period when science and technology is undergoing exciting and rapid change, it is important for the community to understand the work of scientists by engaging with them and for scientists to communicate their research and discuss the issues they may raise.
This two-way engagement builds an understanding and trust in the value of science.
What we do
We Engage with the community to share advances in convergence science
We Inspire researchers, businesses, governments and others to respond to the opportunities offered by convergence science for innovation to deliver better health. We work with schools to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers.
We Create the opportunities for the community to come together and create a bright future.
Join our community
The convergence Science Network invites organisations to join this unique science communication and engagement initiative.
Contact us to find out the exclusive benefits available to Network sponsors. We also offer an Individual Membership package of benefits.
Since October 2008, over 16,000 people have attended our events.
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Australia’s High Court finds isolated genetic material not patent-eligible
This opinion piece is republished with the approval of Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick, a proud and Foundation Sponsor of the Convergence Science Network.
Posted October 8, 2015 by Mark Wickham
The Australian High Court has unanimously allowed Ms D’Arcy’s appeal from the Full Federal Court decision in D’Arcy v Myriad Genetics Inc (2014) 224 FCR 479, holding that Myriad’s claims to isolated nucleic acids were not patentable subject matter.
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Scientific Convergence and Innovation in Schools Cluster Announced
The Convergence Science Network is pleased to announced a partnership with the John Monash Science School to promote science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subject and career pathways in schools throughout regional Victoria.
The Scientific Convergence and Innovation in Schools Cluster (SCISC) will combine the innovative use of technology and a virtual classroom environment with scientists and entrepreneurs to share cutting-edge knowledge to teachers and students throughout Victoria. The program will focus on STEM education and Women in STEM.
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Award for Science Innovation in Schools
The Graeme Clark Award for Science Innovation in Schools was inaugurated at last year’s event. The Award was established to celebrate and acknowledge science innovation in Victorian schools that has added value to the school community by raising the profile of science through innovative practices, partnerships and programs.
The Award is the initiative of the Graeme Clark Foundation, and we thank the Foundation for making this award possible.
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Sir Paul Nurse addresses EMCR’s
During the visit of Sir Paul Nurse in March to deliver the 2015 Graeme Clark Oration, the Convergence Science Network arranged a breakfast with Early and Mid-Career Researchers to discuss issues of concern to them. Sir Paul was joined by Professor Suanne Cory, Honorary Professorial Fellow at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute for Medical Research in opening the discussion. EMCR’s also engaged in a Q&A session with Sir Paul.
In addressing many of the issues confronting today’s Early and mid-Career researchers - funding for research, the pressure to publish, dealing with senior and junior colleagues, and more – Sir Paul drew from his own experience. Many important messages reflected great wisdom and were delivered with sincerity and honesty. This talk is a resource that should be of great value to EMC researchers, their supervisors and lab heads and other research leaders.
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Medibio sponsors the CSN Digital Tech seminar
Medibio Limited (ASX:MEB) is an Australian listed company providing a Digital Mental Health Platform. Medibio’s patented biomarker is based on the circadian heart rate architecture and has been developed over 15 years of research involving more than 5000 patients. The company is currently conducting trials to support FDA approvals.
Sean Mathieson Chief Operating Officer will be part of our discussion panel. Sean has many years of experience in the strategic positioning and the operational management of business technology solutions including deep knowledge and understanding of both the current and future technology landscape. Prior to Medibio, Sean has held local and global senior executive roles at UXC, Siebel Systems, Ariba and SAP.
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Our Initiatives
Community Support Program
We are proud to provide opportunities for the community to engage with thought leaders in science and technology, and get to know others with similar interests. The generosity of our wonderful sponsors allows us to provide refreshment for our attendees before each event, it is the least we could do for those who make the commitment to support our events program at the end of the day. We have taken the opportunity to also support the community though our Community Support Program.
There are many in our community who, through no fault of their own, do not have access to proper meals. We have taken the opportunity to support OzHarvest, an initiative that collects excess food and makes sure it gets to where it’s needed. We ask those attending our events to consider supporting our Community Support Program through a gold coin donation, which makes its way to OzHarvest the very next morning. Every dollar collected delivers two meals to hungry Australians. So far, OzHarvest has delivered over 30 MILLION meals!
We are proud to support this amazing Australian initiative and we thank YOU in advance for your support. We encourage more people to assist OzHarvest in anyway they can.
About the Convergence Forum
The Convergence Science Network will announce a series of events in early 2015. Our program will include presentations from science thought leaders and practitioners, events where we explore topical issues in more depth and we¹ll be presenting some of our brightest scientists who will share their exciting work in convergence science.
Graeme Clark Oration
The Graeme Clark Oration is delivered by global leaders in science in honour of Prof. Graeme Clark’s pioneering work in developing the bionic ear in Melbourne in the 1970’s. It is recognised as Australia’s most prestigious free public science event and is attended by secondary school students.
Convergence Science Symposium
The Convergence Science Network is an initiative that promotes an understanding of convergence science to the community, why it is important and how it is helping researchers and businesses realise their visions in delivering improved health and well-being.
Join our community
The Convergence Science Network is excited about its networking activities and is inviting organisations to join this unique science communication and engagement initiative.
Contact us to find out the exclusive benefits available to Network sponsors. We also offer an Individual Membership package of benefits.
We Engage with the community to share developments in convergence science and how these advances impact medicine and health care.
We Inspire the research community, start-ups, existing businesses, government agencies and schools to take advantage of the opportunities offered by convergence science.
We Create the environment and opportunities for new ideas, knowledge and resources across different science disciplines to come together to improve health.
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