The Australian National University in partnership with the National Australia Day Committee brings you an opportunity to meet and hear from winner of the 2025 Young Australian of the Year - Dr Katrina Wruck.

Dr Katrina Wruck founder of Nguki Kula Green Labs, will share how her groundbreaking profit-for-purpose venture is set to revolutionise the consumer goods industry. Using the power of green chemistry, Dr Wruck is tackling harmful ‘forever chemicals’ and paving the way for a safer, more sustainable future.

Often described as “the first Indigenous scientist I've ever met,” Dr Wruck is a proud Mabuigilaig and Goemulgal woman, deeply passionate about community and dedicated to empowering the next generation to pursue careers in STEM.  

Dr Katrina Wruck will be giving a keynote followed by Q&A moderated by Professor Caitlin Byrt, Co-Founder of Membrane Transport Engineers (MBE), ANU.