I am a PhD candidate at the Australian Regenerative Medicine Institute (ARMI), Monash University, working at the intersection of stem cell biology, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine. My research focuses on building next-generation human stem-cell-based models that better capture how tissues develop, organise and function in the body. By creating more physiologically relevant systems, I aim to improve how we study disease, test therapies and advance regenerative treatments.

My current work centres on reconstructing the neuromuscular junction using human stem cell-derived motor neurons, skeletal muscle and Schwann cells, alongside spatial transcriptomics to map how these complex tissues form and communicate. Through this work I hope to deepen our understanding of neuromuscular diseases and ageing, while also supporting the development of versatile platforms for engineering human-relevant tissue systems.

Before starting my PhD, I worked in the biotech industry as a Research Scientist, where I developed a strong foundation in applied research, experimental design and cross-functional collaboration. This experience shaped the way I approach science and strengthened my commitment to research with clear real-world relevance.

I hold a Bachelor of Biotechnology with First Class Honours from the University of Newcastle and was awarded the Barry Boettcher Honours Prize for excellence in Biological Sciences. I am also proud to be a 2026 Westpac Future Leaders Scholar, a scholarship that aligns strongly with my broader goal of contributing to science through both research and leadership.

What motivates me most is science that not only expands our understanding of biology, but also helps create better tools, therapies and pathways to improve lives. Outside the lab, I enjoy creative pursuits including gardening, floristry, painting, cooking and ballet, which continue to shape the way I think and bring fresh perspective to my research.