One Big Idea: Tenth Anniversary Special
Dr Alison Goldingay, SQA expert at UNSW Sydney to speak at One Big Idea's 10th anniversary showcase at Sydney Opera House
For 10 years, One Big Idea has showcased UNSW academics, researchers and PhD students and their world-changing epiphanies.
To celebrate this extra special occasion, UNSW is making the event free for everyone.
This 3 November, One Big Idea celebrates some of our leading experts with an update on how their ideas have taken shape in the real world.
From malingering political leaders to magic mushrooms for mental health. From quantum computing powered by light to the role of AI in warfare. From the threats humanity poses to itself, to saving oceans from the brink of extinction. This evening is sure to cover all corners of humanity.
Alison Goldingay | The Power Of Light
Postdoctoral Fellow, UNSW; CEO and Founder, QuantaLumi
Dr Alison Goldingay is a Postdoctoral Fellow at UNSW in the School of Physics as well as the CEO and Founder of QuantaLumi. Her work aims to illuminate the mysteries of the nanoscale by controlling light at the smallest possible scale. This research contributes toward the development of quantum computing, enhanced data security, and highly precise measurement technologies. Prior to her current role at UNSW, Alison earned a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Sydney for her work on carbon-based solar panels. Alongside her work, Alison loves to engage with the public through science communication to share her passion for science.
Presented by the UNSW Centre for Ideas