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Podcast: CALD Voices in STEM
Episode: Ep 17: Helping Communities to Innovate Against Climate Challenges with Dr Aparna Lal
Description: About the Guest: Dr. Aparna Lal is an Associate Professor of Environmental Epidemiology at the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health at the Australian National University (ANU). Her interdisciplinary research background spans environmental science, wildlife ecology, and public health. Notably recognized as the 2020 Young Tall Poppy of the Year and the 2023 ACT Emerging Scientist of the Year, Dr. Lal recently received the 2024 Tony Ayers Prize for Excellence in Research in Translational Medicine. Her passion lies in addressing issues related to access to clean water and mitigating climate change impacts, particularly on children's health. Dr. Lal is...