Meet our scholars

Since a young age, I have been fascinated by the way humanity interacts with the environment. This curiosity has driven me to work towards reducing Australia’s reliance on fossil fuels by developing renewable alternatives. One step towards this vision is my PhD project, which explores bio-derived alternatives to petroleum-based polymers—long molecular chains that form plastics. By utilising Tasmanian timber waste, I aim to develop innovative, nature-based solutions that are competitive with current market products while addressing the end-of-life use of these materials. Alongside my studies, I am an Australian representative in Ultimate Frisbee and was part of the Australian Women’s team that won bronze at the 2024 World Championships. In my spare time, you’ll find me attending Parkruns, exploring the incredible Tasmanian wilderness, or with my nose buried in a book.