SciFilmIt Hackathon Cambridge 2026
Call for Volunteers
We are looking for volunteers to help organise the SciFilmIt hackathon at the University of Cambridge. SciFilmIt is a science-film hackathon that brings together researchers and filmmakers. Over the course of three days, teams of four selected participants work together to find a common language to illustrate the forefront of knowledge. The resulting short films are then screened in a local movie theatre.
We need a team of volunteers to support fundraising; coordinate with the venue, mentors, and catering; and assist with selecting applicants.
Interested? Join our information meeting on February 3 at 5 p.m in the Part II common room in the Zoology Department (Second Floor, Building M014).
Organizing team
Dr. Samuel Lagier helps experts turn complex ideas into powerful stories. As the founder of SamSpeaksScience and a former TEDxLausanne curator, coach, and host, Sam brings over 15 years of research experience and 15+ years of improvised comedy to the art of communication and teamwork.
With a PhD in neuroscience, Sam knows how to break down complex systems. With a passion for storytelling and play, he knows how to make learning stick. His experiential trainings are hands-on, high-energy, and built around one idea: better communication leads to better collaboration — and bigger impact.
Through playful, situation-based activities, Sam helps teams master the essential skills for effective communication, collaboration, and co-creation. Science meets storytelling. Learning meets play. And experts become inspiring communicators.
Sam is a veteran SciFilmIt mentor (8 editions) and he can’t wait to bring SciFilmIt to Cambridge!