Last year, Swinburne was touched by great sadness when our Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research and Development, George Collins, passed away unexpectedly in November. George was a highly respected applied physicist, trusted colleague and friend of Swinburne and a fervent believer in the importance of applied research. The George Collins Memorial Fund was established to allow colleagues and friends who wish to commemorate George's life and commitment to research by making a gift. Donations to this fund have been used to support the George Collins Oration so that George's passion for people and research may continue. The oration is delivered by three researchers, who each give a 15-minute presentation on the innovative research they have been undertaking in physics and astrophysics, two fields of which George was a strong supporter. Each presentation is followed by a live musical performance by George's family members to honour his love of music. Recorded on Wednesday 29 July.