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Sustainable futures
About me
I’m an aspiring structural and computational biologist working at the interface between fungal pathogens and plant biology. In my PhD, I’ll seek to further our collective understanding of how plants fight disease to better protect food security in Australia and around the world. My background in the tech sector, biology, and law underpins my understanding of the need for interdisciplinary, human-focused approaches. Through my work, I want to focus on fostering an inclusive and diverse tech sector in Australia. I am also deeply passionate about protecting our natural world, and in my spare time, that’s where you’ll find me. I love getting out into the bush and exploring the national parks around Canberra, whether by walking, running, cycling, or climbing.
"Food security is one of the most pressing issues of our time. Fungal pathogens cause substantial crop losses every year. In the face of the changing climate, the threats posed by fungal plant pathogens only multiply. I hope to apply my understanding of these plant pathogen interactions to better protect our critical crops now, and into the future."
My passions
- Structural and Computational Biology
- Human Rights and Development
- Environmental Conservation
- Trail Running
- Maps