Boasting a stellar lineup of science superstars, the Sydney Science Festival 2016 program is set to host a massive array of dazzling events.

Now in its second year, the festival is led by the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences (MAAS), in collaboration with museums, galleries, universities, businesses, scientists, engineers and community organisations across greater Sydney, to deliver a vibrant 11-day program as part of National Science Week.

This year’s event will feature talks from some of the world’s leading scientific names including Australia’s hottest scientist Dr. Alan Duffy and a special appearance from Dr. Karl Kruszelnicki.

British physicist Professor Brian Coxwill explore of some of the universe’s great unanswered questions inA Journey Into Deep Space, including whether we are alone in the universe, and if we will ever know what happened before the Big Bang.

Events will take place in some of the city’s favourite science and engineering landmarks, including the Powerhouse Museum and the Australian Museum. The full Sydney Science Festival program is available here, with more information about National Science week here.

The Sydney Science Festival takes place in various locations across town from Thursday August 11 to Sunday August 21.

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