Contributors

Nicholas Hunkins

Researcher in Data Science, University of Colorado Boulder

Researcher in Data Science, University of Colorado Boulder Nick Hunkins holds a master's degree in computer science, a bachelor's degree in mathematics, and has experience in both industry data-driven software development and academic research. Deeply concerned about the commodification of attention, particularly among young people, he believes in the importance of mindful engagement in the digital age.

Nicole Huxley

Gudjala and Girramay leader, Indigenous Knowledge

Gudjala and Girramay leader, Indigenous Knowledge Ms Nicole Huxley is a proud Gudjala woman with a strong connection to her cultural heritage. Ms Huxley is well known for her long history of fighting for recognition of First Nations people, particularly throughout North Queensland. Currently Nicole is on the North Queensland Land Council Board of Directors and also represents her traditional country of Charters Towers as a Director on their RNTBC. As Community Manager for Jumbun Ltd (current role) Ms Huxley is leading progress on community-determined priorities and bringing the community together through the Gumbudda in our Mala (GoiM) program, which was designed by community for community. GoiM is a truth-telling, healing and empowerment program that outlined the aspirations and goals of the community. Ms Huxley is a recognised and respected leader with strong skills to effectively engage and maximise participation with Queensland First Nations people.

Natasha McKeever

Lecturer in Applied Ethics, University of Leeds

Lecturer in Applied Ethics, University of Leeds Natasha has worked at the IDEA (Inter-Disciplinary Ethics Applied) Centre at the University of Leeds since July 2017. Prior to this she worked as a Philosophy teacher at St Paul’s School, London, and in the Civil Service Fast Stream, doing policy work at the Department of Education, the Department of Health, and the Department of Work and Pensions. She completed a PhD in Philosophy at the University of Sheffield in 2014 entitled 'Romantic Love and Monogamy: a Philosophical Exploration', under the supervision of Dr Christopher Bennett and Professor Jennifer Saul. Before that, she did a PGCE at Leeds Trinity University College, and she has an MA in Political Theory and a BA in Philosophy from the University of Sheffield. Natasha’s main research interests are in the Philosophy of Love and Sex. She is also interested in Applied Ethics more generally.

Natasha Lutz

PhD in Disturbance Ecology and Machine Learning, University of Oxford

PhD in Disturbance Ecology and Machine Learning, University of Oxford Natasha is a DPhil candidate (PhD) in the Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment and the School of Geography and the Environment at the University of Oxford. Her research uses remote sensing and machine learning to investigate how ecosystem structure and functioning change in response to increased drought and fire occurrence. Her ecological research focuses on the temperate and savanna ecosystems of Australia and the Brazilian Cerrado. Natasha also researches the current and future role of carbon dioxide removal in the decarbonisation pathways of state and corporate actors.

Nabilah Gulamhusein

PhD Student, Medical Sciences, University of Calgary

PhD Student, Medical Sciences, University of Calgary I am a 3rd PhD student in the Medical Sciences program at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary. My research program focuses on female-specific events across the lifespan (e.g., pregnancy, hysterectomy, route of menopausal hormone therapy administration) and how they relate to blood pressure.

Nathan Nuzum

INSPIRE Postdoctoral Researcher at APC Microbiome Ireland, University College Cork

INSPIRE Postdoctoral Researcher at APC Microbiome Ireland, University College Cork Dr Nathan Nuzum completed an undergraduate degree in Exercise and Sports Science at Deakin University in Melbourne, Australia. Nathan then completed his honours in neurophysiology, conducting research in relation to motor control and using brain stimulation techniques such as transcranial magnetic stimulation and transcranial direct current stimulation. Nathan translated this exercise and neurophysiology experience into a broader project for his PhD where he investigated the gut microbiome across typical healthy ageing and in Parkinson's disease. Nathan has recently taken up a postdoctoral research position at APC Microbiome Ireland.