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The museum, which is now in the Samuels Building on the Kensington campus, is part of the School of Medical Sciences (SOMS). It has over 2,700 specimens of diseased tissue, some of which are extremely rare.

Among other distinguished guests at the launch were the Chancellor David Gonski and his father, Dr Alex Gonski.

Dr Gonski was a member of SOMS for 14 years. Many of his dissections are still used by the School.

As part of the event, SOMS also presented highlights from its current medical research units in an Expo.

"Part of the museum's role is to increase awareness of health issues and involve the community in university life," said the head of SOMS, Professor Denis Wakefield.

"The museum attracts 20,000 visitors each year, including medical students and members of the wider community. We hope this new facility makes it even more accessible."

Several gifted students from local high schools attended the event.

The Museum's latest exhibition 'Gutsy Stuff' was also launched by the ABC's Science presenter, Robyn Williams.

For further information about the museum, go to the website