University of Melbourne Events Calendar
Featured events
How can quantum support the energy transition?
Nov
11
4:30pm - 7:30pm
Seminar or Forum
The Melbourne Energy Institute (MEI), together with Melbourne Initiative for Quantum Technology (MIQT) are partnering to bring together experts from the University of Melbourne, industry, and government to explore one of the defining technological frontiers of our time: Quantum.
The global energy transition is entering a new phase. As the world races to build cleaner, more resilient, and more secure energy systems, a powerful new technology is emerging with the potential to redefine what is possible: quantum.
Much like artificial intelligence has moved from research labs into boardrooms and business strategy, quantum technologies are rapidly progressing from scientific curiosity to practical capability. The question is no longer whether quantum will influence the energy sector, but where it will create the greatest impact and how quickly organisations can prepare.
Event details
Date: Wednesday 11 November 2026
Time: 5pm-6.30pm AEDT (Registration from 4.30pm. Networking 6.30pm-7.30pm)
Event type: Hybrid event (in-person and online)
In-person location: University of Melbourne, Parkville campus, G06 Theatre, Ground floor, Elisabeth Murdoch Building, Blg 134 (venue map)
Time: 5pm-6.30pm AEDT (Registration from 4.30pm. Networking 6.30pm-7.30pm)
Event type: Hybrid event (in-person and online)
In-person location: University of Melbourne, Parkville campus, G06 Theatre, Ground floor, Elisabeth Murdoch Building, Blg 134 (venue map)
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Big Science Pitch
Nov
11
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Seminar or Forum
Our exciting young scientists will pitch their big ideas to an expert panel of judges for the chance to win research funding.
Each scientist will have 3 minutes to deliver their pitch, and this will be followed by a live Q&A, and interactive games while the judges deliberate, all in a family friendly format that you can take part in from the comfort of your own home. You also get a say in who receives funding by voting for the People’s Choice award. With $100k up for grabs, who will you choose?
