Emma Camp

Future Reefs Team Leader, University of Technology Sydney

Dr Emma Camp is a world-leading coral biologist and explorer who heads the Future Reefs Team at the University of Technology Sydney, Australia. She focuses on advancing technical solutions for coral preservation and restoration, conducting research ranging from molecular to ecological scales. Since 2015, she has published over 80 academic papers and led over 30 research expeditions. A passionate science communicator, Dr. Camp has engaged in more than 150 outreach activities, including school talks and public seminars. She co-founded Coral Nurture Program which has successfully repopulated over 100,000 corals on the Great Barrier Reef. Dr. Camp’s impact has been recognized globally, with awards such as the 2023 Women of Discovery Award, being named a Rolex Laureate, and TimeMagazine Next Generation Leader.