SVI presents: Decoding the Future of Medical Research (National Science Week)

Join me for a fascinating evening exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping medical research — from predicting disease to designing more personalised treatments.

This is a free National Science Week event hosted by St Vincent's Institute of Medical Research (SVI). It's hosted by technology commentator Steve Sammartino and features presentations from Associate Professor Davis McCarthy (a computational biologist and AI researcher) and Associate Professor Elizabeth Paratz (a cardiologist and clinician-scientist), followed by a panel discussion with experts working at the forefront of medical innovation. Together they'll dig into the opportunities, challenges and ethical questions around AI in healthcare.

We'll meet at 5:25pm at the ticket scanning spot at the ACMD Building so we can head in together, then the presentations run from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. It's a short, punchy session — in and done within the hour.

This is a casual social meetup arranged so we can go along together — it isn't run by, affiliated with, or endorsed by SVI. Please book your own free ticket directly with them; an RSVP here doesn't include entry.

Who this is for

• Anyone curious about AI, medicine, science or the future of healthcare — no background needed.
• A relaxed, sit-and-listen event, so it's easy to come along solo. Solo attendees are very welcome.

Links

• Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KEFA24yuJCemgFX16
• Free tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/svi-presents-decoding-the-future-of-medical-research

Timeline

• 5:25pm – Meet at the ticket scanning spot at the ACMD Building and say hello
• 5:30pm – Presentations begin
• 6:30pm – Presentations wrap up and the meetup finishes

Tickets / cost
Please book your own ticket through the Humanitix link above — free events can still fill up, so grab yours early. Your Meetup RSVP is not a ticket.

Transport
The venue is at 27 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy, right on the edge of the CBD and well served by trams along Victoria Parade. If you're driving, allow time to sort out parking nearby.

Bring

• Your ticket (on your phone is fine) for scanning
• Your curiosity and any questions for the panel

Expect

• Vibe: relaxed, informative, science-curious
• Pace: an easy hour of talks and discussion
• Group style: friendly and low-pressure, easy to join on your own

Important notes

• Please book your free ticket directly with SVI in advance — an RSVP here doesn't include entry.
• If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.