Karlie Alinta Noon

Karlie Alinta Noon is an accomplished scholar and descendant from the Kamilaroi and Wiradjuri Nations in east Australia. She was the first Indigenous woman to graduate in Australia with a combined bachelors in mathematics and science in 2016, majoring in pure mathematics and physics. She has since completed an advanced masters of astronomy and is currently undertaking a Ph.D in astronomy at the Australian National University on Ngambri and Ngunnawal country. Her research utilises multi-wavelength observations combined with computer simulations to explore the chemical evolution of cold gas clouds detected in the Milky Way’s hot nuclear wind.

Karlie uses her experience in science communication and media and knowledge in Indigenous heritage to advocate for the importance of First Nations stewardship in astronomy and space practices. She has extensive experience across national and international media and is the recipient of numerous awards for leadership and research impact. Karlie is co-author of the acclaimed book Astronomy: Sky Country.