UQ Biotechnology Society

UQ Biotechnology Society Welcome to the University of Queensland’s founding Biotechnology Student Society!

UQ Biotechnology Society is a collective of ambitious students from all aspects of biotechnology and STEM with an aim to help students connect with like-minded people, build relationships, discover the world of biotechnology, connect students to industry leaders, and create avenues to enhance the skills and employability of students at the University of Queensland!

04/09/2026

🧬 UQ BTS Bioinformatics Panel 🧬

Curious about the world of bioinformatics and where it can take you? 🔬💻 Join us for an evening of insights, experiences, and career conversations with our panel!

📅 7 September
⏰ 6:00–8:30 PM
📍 Sir Llew Edwards Building, Room 102

✨ Save the date & bring your questions!

💻🧬THE PANEL IS SET🧬💻We’re thrilled to announce our lineup for the Bioinformatics Panel! Four brilliant minds are joining...
03/09/2026

💻🧬THE PANEL IS SET🧬💻

We’re thrilled to announce our lineup for the Bioinformatics Panel! Four brilliant minds are joining us to talk careers, research, and where bioinformatics is headed next. ✨👀

Meet your panelists 👇
- Dr Isabella Casini
- ⁠Dr Ben Woodcroft
- ⁠Dr Michael Healy
- ⁠Dr Arjuna Kumarasuriyar

From seasoned coders to curious biologist and everyone in between, this is the event for you. 🫵

📅 7 Sep 2026 Monday
⏰ 6:00PM - 8:30PM
📍 Sir Llew Edward Building, Room 102
🔗 Registration in link in bio. Spots are limited!

Bring your questions and your curiosity to this unmissable event! ☺️

🌱 AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY CAREER SHOWCASE & PANEL 🧬Curious about where agricultural biotechnology can take you? Meet ...
30/08/2026

🌱 AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY CAREER SHOWCASE & PANEL 🧬

Curious about where agricultural biotechnology can take you? Meet 6 industry and academia professionals and discover disciplines across:

🧬Crop and Livestock Genetics and Pathogenicity
🦠Algae and Microbiology
👔Entrepreneurship
🪴Soil Agriculture

and more…

📅 Wednesday 9th September
🕕 6:00 - 9:00 PM
📍 UQ St Lucia Campus (Venue to be announced)

Whether you’re considering a career in agricultural biotech or just curious about what’s happening across the sector, come along and see where the field could take you 🌿

Register now with the link in our bio, spots are limited!

👀 Speakers to be announced soon…

🧬 BIOINFORMATICS CAREER PANEL 💻Ever wondered where the bioinformatics minor can actually take you? We’re bringing togeth...
30/08/2026

🧬 BIOINFORMATICS CAREER PANEL 💻

Ever wondered where the bioinformatics minor can actually take you? We’re bringing together 4 industry & academic professionals to break down the career paths, skills, and day-to-day realities of working in the field!

📅 Monday 7th September
🕕 6:00 - 8:30 PM
📍 UQ St Lucia Campus (Venue to be announced)

What’s on the night:
🎤 Short talks from our panelists on their career journeys
❓ Live Q&A where you can bring your questions on companies, grad programs, and everything in between
🤝 Informal networking + refreshments to chat with speakers

Whether you’re mapping out your next move or just curious what’s out there beyond the lab bench, this one’s for you 😉

Register now with the link in our bio, spots are limited!

🧬🔬 UQBTS RESEARCH NIGHT IS TONIGHT! 🔬🧬Curious about what research looks like beyond the lecture theatre? Join us tonight...
27/08/2026

🧬🔬 UQBTS RESEARCH NIGHT IS TONIGHT! 🔬🧬

Curious about what research looks like beyond the lecture theatre? Join us tonight from 6–9PM for an evening of research, insights and networking! 👩‍🔬🧪

Swipe through to meet our speakers, explore the research groups joining us, and check out tonight’s agenda.

✨ Hear from researchers about their work and career journeys
🔬 Discover different research areas and pathways
💬 Connect with researchers, students and fellow biotech enthusiasts

Whether you’re already thinking about research or just curious about where a Biotechnology degree can take you. Come along and explore what’s out there!

📅 TONIGHT 27 AUGUST
⏰ Registration: 5:45PM | Event: 6:00–9:00PM
📍 Presentations: Hawken Engineering Building (50-T203)
📍 Networking: Advanced Engineering Building (49-301)

See you tonight, future scientists! 🧬✨

25/08/2026

Research Night is back! 🔬✨

Join us Thursday 27th of August, 6–9pm for UQBTS Research Night!

An evening of research, ideas, and connecting with fellow students and researchers.

🎟️ Tickets are available via the link in our bio!

See you there 🧪🧠

☕️ It’s Drip Drop In week! Come chill with us this Friday at Merlo’s from 11 am to 12 pm 🍃🍵 Free coffee or drink for the...
24/08/2026

☕️ It’s Drip Drop In week!

Come chill with us this Friday at Merlo’s from 11 am to 12 pm 🍃

🍵 Free coffee or drink for the first 10 members
🧘‍♀️ A break between busy weeks of classes and assignments
🎲 Board games for anyone feeling competitive

Join us every fortnight for coffee/tea and a casual catch up with fellow UQ Biotech members 🧬

Supported by UQ Union Campus Culture Fund! ✨

📸 Pics from the past 2 sessions :)

Earlier this month, we kicked off Semester 2 with a bang 💥 at our Launch Party: Biotech Beyond Borders!✈️🌏It was an incr...
23/08/2026

Earlier this month, we kicked off Semester 2 with a bang 💥 at our Launch Party: Biotech Beyond Borders!✈️🌏

It was an incredible night celebrating the diversity of our biotech community 🧬💫 Seeing everyone come together, share their cultures, meet new people and embrace the spirit of Biotech Beyond Borders made the night truly unforgettable! ✨

A huge congratulations to our Membership Bingo, Group Trivia and Best Dressed winners! 🎉👏

Thank you to everyone who joined us, dressed up and brought such amazing energy to the night! 💜😎

Here’s to an exciting Semester 2 ahead! 🧬✨

UniLife

🚀 TRI TOUR IS HERE! 🚀Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at TRI? 👀 Come along with UQBTS for an exclusive tour ...
21/08/2026

🚀 TRI TOUR IS HERE! 🚀

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at TRI? 👀 Come along with UQBTS for an exclusive tour of TRI and get a closer look at the research, innovation and technology happening behind the scenes! 🧪🔬

📅 31 August
📍 TRI (Translational Research Institute)
💰 Members: $10 | Non-members: $20

Spots are limited, so don’t miss out! 🧬✨

Calling all prospective Honours and Postgraduate students 🗣️ Are you looking for a supervisor for your honours year or d...
21/08/2026

Calling all prospective Honours and Postgraduate students 🗣️

Are you looking for a supervisor for your honours year or during your masters?

SCMB faculty has organised an information lunch to meet prospective supervisors.

🗓️ Tuesday 25 August
⏰ 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
📍 UQ Chemistry Podium

Come join us and meet some amazing supervisors 🧪 🧫

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