Neurodevelopment and Neuroprotection Research - The Ritchie Centre, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Hudson Institute of Medical Research

Emily is a fetal physiologist based at The Ritchie Centre (Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Hudson Institute of Medical Research) and serves as the Post-Graduate Coordinator and Head of Wellbeing for the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Monash University. After completing her PhD at Monash, she pursued postdoctoral training at the University of Geneva and the University of Cambridge before returning to Australia in 2020. Emily's research investigates how pregnancy complications, such as preterm birth, fetal growth restriction, and adverse environmental exposures, disrupt placental structure and function, with downstream consequences for fetal brain development and long-term child neurodevelopmental outcomes. By uncovering the biological mechanisms that drive these conditions, she aims to inform new strategies that improve immediate outcomes for mothers and babies and promote lifelong health across generations.  A passionate advocate for equity, education, and diversity in STEMM, Emily has been recognised as a STEM Ambassador for Science & Technology Australia, an Australian Health Research Alliance awardee, and an Alumni Mentor for the Betty Amsden AO Leadership Program, and through competitive selection into the Veski Inspiring Women in STEM program and the Homeward Bound global leadership initiative.