Panel Session
The panel will take place at Kaiju Beer & Pizza in Melbourne, a warehouse-style brewpub known for its casual, creative atmosphere. There is no single route to success in science, especially in fields like environmental microbiology, ecosystem restoration and microbial innovation. In this session, you’ll hear from people who have built successful careers across research, industry, government, policy and community-led work. From biotech and consulting to public sector science and applied microbiology, the speakers will share how they found direction, overcame setbacks and made choices that shaped careers rooted in real-world solutions. Whether you’re considering your next step or exploring new directions, this session offers practical insight and honest reflections on what success can look like in microbial science.