The final program hasn't been decided yet, so here is a preview of what it might look like. Watch this space!

9:00 AM

Registration

Let us know you're here and find a seat!

9:15 AM

Opening Remarks

Welcome and introduction to the symposium from the organisers

9:30 AM

Session 1

Invited Talk: Yi Shen - Study of biomolecular condensates by using advanced imaging and microfluidics

Lorenzo Travaglini - Electronically conductive protein-based nanowires for bio-interfacing

Anastasiia Tukova - Gold nanoparticles-protein interaction: shape dependent protein corona

Jason Whitfield - SynBio10x: Facilitating molecules to market

Jonathan Berengut - Self-limiting assembly of multi-subunit DNA origami nanostructures using Vernier assembly

Andrew George - Targeted mutagenesis and FACS selection system for genetic code expansion

James Gaston - Controllable liposome binding interactions using PEG-mediated DNA nanostructures

11:05 AM

Coffee Break and Posters

Science with refreshments time!

11:35 AM

Session 2

Invited Talk: Giselle Yeo - Modulation of stem cell behaviour for biomedical applications

Tiffany Goh - Evaluating medical device thrombosis under clinically-relevant flow conditions

Johnny Kuan Un Wong - Plasma treated and bio-functional porous scaffolds as mesenchymal stem cell expansion and carrier platforms

Majid Khazaee - Self-powered biomedical implants by mechanical energy harvesting technologies

Caitlin Sives - A cellular delivery strategy for protein nanocages

Roxane Mutschler - Biosensor based clinical-decision support for patients with heart failure

Upeksha Shashikala Randunu Mirissa Lankage - Development of acute pancreatic lipase sensor using triglyceride tethered membrane

1:10 PM

Lunch and Posters

Science and lunch - the perfect pairing!

2:15 PM

Panel Session - Careers in Startups

Panel Members

Rupal Ismin - Sydney Knowledge Hub

David Smith - INCUBATE

Denzil Furtado - Messenger Bio

3:15 PM

Stretch Break