Topic: Old Melburnians in Science and Medicine
Finding the meaning in medicine
For Old Melburnian Dr Victor Lin, the questions he started asking in his philosophy classes are still relevant to the impressive medical career he has today.
Seeing the world by following the sun
The rich life of Zeus Merfield (OM 1918) demonstrates just how far following our passions can take us.
How equity supports Australia’s health security
Working in a role focused on health security across the Indo-Pacific, Stephanie Williams says equity remains one of her core concerns.
Seeking the Holy Grail of artificial intelligence
Fuelled by curiosity, Hon Weng Chong is on a path to revolutionise digital intelligence, right here in Melbourne.
A change in Foundation leadership
Julian Smith (OM 1975) is the new President of the Melbourne Grammar School Foundation.
A career fueled by a desire to be challenged
This year’s Australia Day Honours list includes an Old Melburnian who has helped to transform eye disease treatment here and overseas.
From Wadhurst to world-changing medical research
Paul Schreier’s path from an entrance scholar to his role fighting COVID-19 has been defined by a willingness to “roll the dice”.
Pursuing new knowledge from Mongolia to Melbourne
Associate Professor Kirsten Perrett’s (OM 1993) extensive achievements are built on a lifelong enthusiasm for exploring ideas.
From Perry House to NASA launch
The surprising story of Australia’s first satellite shows what happens when we believe in ideas that seem impossible.
A potted history of a medical breakthrough
Our School Archives includes a small pot. Its history is more significant than you might think.