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Global problem solvers
From climate change and food security to renewable energy - meet people who carved their career in STEM jobs that address the world's biggest global challenges.
Kate Helmstedt
Mathematician & senior lecturer
Kate is researching how different water regulations might influence farmers’ decisions
Mellini Sloan
Community creator
Mellini Sloan teaches students how to plan the cities and regions of the future
Kate Watson
Engineering & science student, QUT
Kate Watson is studying two degrees to build a career that will help combat climate change in Australia
Aleisha Amohia
Software developer
Junior developer, Women in Tech president and VUW student Aleisha Amohia is breaking down barriers for young women studying engineering.
Elaiza Luker
QUT PhD Candidate
Elaiza Luker is researching the structural integrity of materials used in concentrated solar power (CSP) plants.
Declan Burke
Research assistant
Chemistry Honours graduate Declan Burke is helping turn natural gas and iron ore into clean hydrogen and graphite.
Dr Emi Tanaka
Agricultural statistician
Emi Tanaka, lecturer and researcher at the University of Sydney, secured a rewarding career combining agricultural statistics and education
Ben Jackman
Economist
Ben switched from biochemistry to economics after the Global Financial Crisis inspired him to make a difference
Dr Paul Wu
Seagrass statistician
Paul Wu switched from aerospace engineering to saving vital seagrass habitats, but the foundation skills that got him there stayed the same.
Lizzy Clarkson
Macquarie University STEM ambassador
Lizzy Clarkson is studying Macquarie Uni’s employability-focused Bachelor of Science degree, and demonstrating all the awesome opportunities that come with it.
Dr Alice Motion
Chemistry lecturer
Dr Alice Motion, chemistry lecturer at the University of Sydney, is on a mission to make science something everyone can enjoy.
Florence McKenzie
Electrical engineer
Florence McKenzie was Australia's first female electrical engineer, and founded the Women's Emergency Signalling Corps (WESC) ahead of World War II.
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