BIO

Dr Matt Agnew is more than a scientist; he’s an edutainer that helps to make science, maths and technology fun and accessible for everyone.

With academic credentials spanning the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) portfolio, myriad appearances across a variety of media channels, and a social media profile for reaching a wide and varied audience, Matt is a qualified, passionate and engaging scientist and edutainer.

Matt has worn many hats over his career - an engineer, a data scientist (applied artificial intelligence!), an astrophysicist - and it is the breadth of technical knowledge acquired across these disciplines, combined with an approachable manner and accessible way of explaining ideas, that has led to him being the go-to scientist for engaging with the public about the latest happenings in the world of science.

Whether it’s his passion for astrophysics and his work in searching for habitable planets beyond our Solar system; his excitement about artificial intelligence and its tremendous impact on society; or his experience working as an engineer and how technology shapes our world - Matt has an unbridled eagerness to share his scientific enthusiasm with everyone young and old.

Dr Matt is one of Australia's leading science 'edutainers'. He was born in Adelaide, raised in Perth and now lives in Melbourne with his dog Pluto.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics Major

The University of Western Australia

2005 - 2009