Events

Our events connect researchers and industry through showcases, seminars, workshops and training. Explore upcoming events and opportunities to share research, learn from others, and upskill the next generation of leaders in ageing

Upcoming Events

Tuesday 27 October 2026
9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Monash College
750 Collins Street, Melbourne

Registration is essential and closes 9 October 2026

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Research Showcase 2026

Our program includes:

  • A fireside chat with Dr Alan Finkel AC 
  • Presentations by Chief Investigator Roisin McNaney and our Postdoctoral Researchers
  • Poster Spotlight presentations by our PhD students, and a poster session
  • The Great Debate. Join our industry partners and senior academics for a dynamic, interactive debate on the realities of cross-sector collaboration
Download the Program

Past Events

Webinar Series

Monday 5 October 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 noon

watch the recording

Seminar: Human-Robot Interaction and Digital Health in Dementia Care: Insights from Australia and Japan

Wednesday 30 September 2026

Speakers:
Professor Yen Ying Lim: Detecting the Undetectable: Digital and Passive Approaches to Preclinical Cognitive Decline
Professor Mihoko Otake-Matsuura: Cognitive Behavioural Assistive Technology for Cognitive Health and Well-being
Dr Kazumi Kumagai: Exploring how Older Adults Behave towards Robots and how Robots Should Adapt in Turn
Watch the recording

We welcome enquiries about our research, collaborations, event, and training opportunities
Contact us at optimalageingcentre@monash.edu