Dr. Sara Webb

Associate Dean Innovation and Engagement

Dr. Sara Webb is an award-winning astrophysicist, science communicator, and global leader in the future of space research and education. She is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree in Healthcare & Science, recognised for her groundbreaking work at the intersection of astronomy, artificial intelligence, and microgravity science.

At Swinburne University of Technology, Sara is the Course Director of Swinburne Astronomy Online, Australia’s longest-running online astronomy program. She also leads Swinburne’s Microgravity Program, where she directs student-designed experiments flown to the International Space Station, investigating the growth of bacteria, plants and fungi in space. These initiatives are part of her broader mission to bring space closer to classrooms and inspire the next generation of explorers.