Dr Matt Agnew

Dr Matt Agnew is more than a scientist and a self-confessed nerd – he’s a communications powerhouse making STEM fun and accessible for everyone.

With myriad appearances across media channels, and a social media profile with a wide and varied audience, Dr Matt is a passionate and engaging scientist who has worn many hats – as an engineer, an astrophysicist, and an artificial intelligence expert – and has become a popular commentator on the latest happenings in the world of science.

Dr Matt has a Doctorate in Astrophysics and a Masters in Artificial Intelligence and is one of Australia’s leading ‘edutainers’. He was born in Adelaide, raised in Perth and now lives in Melbourne with his dog Pluto.

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