It’s a fact – less than 30% of scientific researchers in the world are women.

According to the United Nations General Assembly (and us!) “women and girls deserve full and equal access to and participation in science”. On February 11th, the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we acknowledge our women team members, industry associates and volunteers who are kicking goals in science. Learn a little about our very own woman scientist, Dr Lisa Farnsworth:

Dr Lisa Farnsworth is a widely-published and highly regarded wildlife ecologist, extensively experienced in her field.

A local to the high country of north east Victoria, Lisa is in her sixth year with Winton Wetlands as terrestrial Restoration Ecologist and her story, which brings her to arrive at this point, is one of dedication and passion.

Lisa completed a Bachelor of Science at LaTrobe University and went on to achieve First Class honours at Deakin University in a study of fur seal pup development. She then proudly earned her PhD working with reptiles and fire ecology in the Mallee.

Relocating to the west coast, Lisa’s work at Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary in outback Western Australia allowed her to make her mark in ecological habitat restoration, feral management and species recovery.

As a professional in her field, Lisa says that her role in inspiring younger generations to contribute to the science industry is an inherent and vital responsibility. Encouraging young people to follow their true calling through access to science can mean individuals’ core values are applied to careers that make a real difference in today’s world.