PhD Candidate, School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University
Ella is a PhD Candidate in the School of Medicine and Dentistry at Griffith University, overseeing communications for the Ethos Project. Her primary focus in this role is to engage the community and key stakeholders using various communication channels. Ella develops Ethos-focused editorials, manages the Ethos Newsletter, and creates visually appealing materials such as posters and flyers. Most recently, she led the production of the Ethos heat communication videos and the Ethos Policy Report. Currently pursuing a PhD focused on heat communication, Ella's research interest is in driving behaviour change among older adults through innovative heatwave communication strategies. Her academic background includes a Master of Public Health, a Bachelor of Medical Science, and an honours degree in Environmental Science. Additionally, she studied Fine Art at the Pennsylvania College of Art and Design, which helps her communicate health issues through a creative lens.