We aim to elevate women’s voices,
research and experiences in marine science.
These are stories from our community that connect and inspire us.
Cephalopod Welfare Ethics and Cognitive Research: Meet Dr Jennifer Mather
Cephalopods, a group of marine Molluscs that includes squid, octopus and cuttlefish are a mysterious and intelligent assortment of invertebrates. Although cephalopods do not come to mind as the ideal laboratory specimen, their distinctive behaviour and intelligence has made them indispensable to research. Meet Dr Jennifer Mather, a University Professor in Psychology from the University of Lethbridge, Canada whose fascination with intelligence in the oceans has led her on an incredible journey into cephalopod welfare, ethics and cognitive research.
Lucie Guirkinger: Her Path to Becoming a Marine Megafauna Ambassador
Meet Lucie, a passionate marine megafauna ambassador and read about her journey to pursue her dreams.
Maddy McAllister: The Shipwreck Detective
Shipwrecks are puzzles waiting to be solved. They are full of history, and of course, a whole bunch of marine life! This week we spoke with Maddy McAllister, an Australian underwater archaeologist, hearing a bit about her job as a shipwreck detective.
Kri McNamara: Biomedical Scientist turned Marine Conservationist
Sometimes knowing what you want to do with your life is not so clear cut, and sometimes you fall into it without even realizing! Meet Kri McNamara, trained Biomedical Scientist turned Marine Conservationist,
Sea Cucumber Scientist: Leah Dann
This week we interviewed the lovely Leah Dann about her experience as a Marine Biologist and her research on Sea Cucumbers in the Phillipines, here’s what she had to say.
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