Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology
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I am the Group Leader of Bio-inspired Materials Research at the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, The University of Queensland. My research focuses on transforming agricultural waste into innovative solutions for tackling environmental, health and plastic waste issues. My mission extends beyond research and into commercialisation. I am dedicated to fostering partnerships across industry, academia, Indigenous communities and government, utilising waste as a valuable resource to advance the environment, food and health sectors. My approach is clear: turning challenges into opportunities for a sustainable future.
I am a strong advocate for cultural diversity and equity, and I support staff and students in growing into more effective leaders and in creating social good.
In recognition of my contributions to nanomaterials engineering and research excellence, I have received several awards, including being one of the winners of AgriFutures Australia and growAG.Catalyst Program(2024), one of the Queelsnand Tall Poppy Award winners(2024), The Eight Australian Women Who Are Shaking up the World Of Science (Marie Claire, 2020), one of Australia’s Top 5 Scientists (ABC/UNSW, 2018), Queensland Women in STEM Prize- judges choice award (2017), Women in Technology Life Sciences and/or Infotech Rising Star Award (2016), AIBN Research Excellence Award (2016), a Class of 2014 Future Leader award and Best poster prize at the Australian Nanotechnology Network ECR Entrepreneurship workshop(2015).
