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Renee works for a research programme focussed on the plant disease myrtle rust, hosted by Manaaki Whenua-Landcare Research.
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Kelly Greig forged her career path through volunteer work, which lead her to pursue a PhD in Biological Sciences, specialising in entomology.
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Hayley Alena is channelling her love of the natural world into a PhD in Environmental Science, studying species interactions and ecosystem services.
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Keshi Zhang is working towards a PhD in Biological Sciences through the Joint Graduate School programme at Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research.
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