As part of National Science Week, the ARC Centre of Excellence (OzGrav) and the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing (CAS) at Swinburne University proudly hosted “A Virtual Tour of Einstein’s Universe”, an inspiring public lecture presented by Professor Matthew Bailes, Director of OzGrav. Held on campus, the event attracted a strong turnout of science enthusiasts of all ages eager to learn about the universe’s greatest mysteries—from gravitational waves to black holes and pulsars.

Hosted by Professor Alan Duffy, the evening began with a warm introduction to Professor Bailes, followed by a fascinating journey through space and time. Professor Bailes explained how Einstein’s theories are shaping our understanding of the cosmos today. The audience was captivated by discussions on cutting-edge science, with a lively Q&A session rounding out the event.

The event also featured our National Science Week Ambassador, Dr Sara Webb, who helped create an engaging and educational experience, fostering an exciting atmosphere for learning and exploration during National Science Week.

In addition to the public lecture, OzGrav’s Outreach Ambassadors hosted interactive workshops, providing hands-on activities for attendees of all ages and fostering an exciting atmosphere for learning and exploration.

This successful event wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication of the OzGrav team and the Swinburne outreach staff. Stay tuned for more exciting events from OzGrav and Swinburne!

For those who missed the event, a recording of the lecture is below and you can also explore the gallery to view photos from the event.