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Natalie Schmitt cofounder of WildTechDNA is democratising access to genomic tools for remote communities to manage endangered. wildlife populations and diminish wildlife-human conflicts. Her work was profiled below.
Dr Natalie Schmitt is a Marine Ecologist, Conservation Geneticist, and Documentary Presenter with a deep passion and dedication to protecting biodiversity, using a multi-pronged approach. "As a conservation geneticist I’ve always had a deep fascination with mysterious and intriguing animals, particularly apex predators, as they offer insight into the health and wellbeing of our planet’s ecosystems. Focusing first on Snow Leopard and Tiger, I'm creating a field kit to identify species from droppings and other samples, rapidly and without the need for expensive equipment." Don’t miss Natalie’s impactful interview on conservation & beyond - live now on our YouTube channel and website. #GlobalImpact #changemaker #SheCanRoleModels #SheCanWorld #SheCanWomen #SheCan #Women #Storytelling #Savetheplanet #RoleModels #NatalieSchmitt #MarineEcology #NatureConservation #ConservationGeneticist