Emma Garrett is a dedicated researcher and academic specialising in infectious diseases, epidemiology, and global health security. She is currently pursuing a Master of Public Health (Epidemiology) / Master of Infectious Disease Intelligence (Extension) at UNSW, building on her strong foundation in microbiology and infectious disease research.

Emma has presented her work at prestigious conferences, including the Transplantation Society of Australia and New Zealand and The Transplantation Society in Istanbul. She was also selected as an Ambassador for the Global Health Security Conference 2024, assisting Dr. Magda Robalo, former Minister of Health of Guinea-Bissau.

Her research experience spans multiple disciplines, including meta-analyses on hepatitis transmission in organ transplants, bacteriophage therapy for antibiotic-resistant infections, and fieldwork in Southeast Asia focusing on antimicrobial resistance and health policy. She has contributed to peer-reviewed publications and played a key role in projects at the Westmead Institute for Medical Research, the University of Sydney, and the Charles Perkins Centre.

Emma’s commitment to education extends beyond research, as she has served as a Laboratory Demonstrator at the University of Sydney, leading practical sessions and mentoring undergraduate students in molecular biology and human biology.

With expertise in epidemiological research, laboratory analysis, and public health policy, Emma aims to contribute to the advancement of infectious disease surveillance, outbreak response, and global health security initiatives.