About Us

The original “Nanogirl”, Michelle is a world-renowned educator and communicator. An engineer by training with two decades experience across academia and industry, Michelle leads the technical content, insights and strategy.

“Lava Lily” loves all things earth, from bubbling volcanoes to mysterious mushrooms to wriggling worms, if it’s earth related she’s interested. Lily loves continuously learning and sharing new ideas. She currently studying towards a double degree BSc/BA in Physics and English minoring in Geology.

Debbie, a Palaeontologist, has years of experience working as an environmental geologist and in environmental education and awareness. "Debbiesaurus" brings explosive, live science and engineering to people all across New Zealand.

Caoimhe, "Quantum Keeva", is completing a conjoint BSc/BA in Physics and Music at the University of Auckland.

Mallory has a Bachelor of Science majoring in Biomedical Science and is currently studying a postgraduate qualification. In her spare time she is involved in community theatre and she uses her love of both science and performance to enthusiastically educate kids about science!

Joe leads the Nanogirl Labs team worldwide, and many of our key consulting projects. Joe has extensive experience across both commerical and non-profit leadership, innovation, strategy and transformation.

Natalie (Nurse Nat) is studying nursing so she can help people when they're sick. She loves cats, running and popcorn with marshmallows as well as philosophy and contemplating all the wonderful things about life! Since she was young she loved the world of science and the magic of what science has to offer.

A medical student at the University of Otago in Wellington, Rosie is passionate and knowledgeable about medicine and health science, and bringing science to life for children as a Nanogirl science communicator.

If you ask Mikayla why she because interested in science she would tell you “So I can make things blow up and change colours.” Mikayla is currently studying for her Master of Science (Chemistry) at the University of Auckland.

Charlotte has completed her Bachelor of Science majoring in Ecology and Biodiversity and minoring in Psychology. Along with spending time in Aotearoa’s beautiful natural environment, she is passionate about introducing the wonderful world of science to young people and fostering inquisitive minds.

Gareth manages our Nanogirl Live! theatre education programmes worldwide, and leads production management & health and safety across the company.

Georgia earned her BA in Business Admin and Management from the Eastern Institute of Technology. She hails from Hawke’s Bay and joins the team with a fresh perspectives and keen enthusiasm for the world of Marketing and PR.

With extensive writing, acting and performing skills and fluency in Te Reo Māori, Krystal-Lee heads up our cultural advisory and content team for our bilingual engagements including our live bilingual science touring show Mātātoa.

Janey "Aqua Girl" is currently studying Environmental Science, majoring in freshwater ecology at the University of Canterbury. She loves being outdoors, researching and learning about New Zealand's unique natural environment. Her ultimate goal is to ignite the same passion for science in young people!

Saxophonist by day and physicist by night, 'Transformer' Tessa has a BSc (Physics) and is now pursuing her BMus Hons before taking the world by storm as a classical musician. She's passionate about teaching her twin loves of music and physics, crafting and creativity.

Eleanor (Quantum Dynamo) is based in Christchurch and currently studying medicine at the University of Otago, and is dedicated to helping students to increase their science skills and confidence.

“Amino” Amina brings years of experience from an operational perspective ensuring its smooth running while developing and enhancing relationships with Nanogirl presenters and its customers.

Averill, "Spider Girl", is pursuing her PhD in Animal Behaviour from the University of Canterbury, specialising in jumping spiders.

Hazel, "Nature Girl" is in her final year studying Environmental Science and Psychology at the University of Canterbury. She is passionate about inspiring kids to fall in love with the natural world like she has, and encouraging them to build their science superpowers!

'Alchemist Marina' is in her final year of her undergrad in chemistry at AUT and is aiming for her PhD. When not in a lab coat and safety glasses, you can find Marina hiking mountains with her pomeranian, lifting heavy in the gym, or lounging on her neon pink surfboard 'Nackle' (NaCl) in the middle of the ocean!