Vaibhavi is an interdisciplinary social scientist with background in law and environmental management. She has previously worked in conservation projects in Hawaii and engaged in climate literacy and advocacy in India. Driven by her passion to address one of the most critical global threats- plastic pollution – she is currently working on her PhD in the field of Antarctic governance and international relations. Her research aims to develop governance solutions for combating plastic pollution in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean through analyzing existing structures and identifying gaps.
Research keyword: Glacial Governance
About the BEAKER STREET ROVING SCIENTIST PROGRAM
Each August, hundreds of Roving Scientists descend upon Hobart, filling up pubs and chatting to strangers as part of Beaker Street Festival. Discover a new world down the lens of microscope, and joining the least-boring bar conversations you’ve ever heard and these free (the chats – not the drinks) events.
For Scientists, Beaker Street’s Roving Scientist Program offers an excellent outreach, professional development, and networking opportunity. It’s the nerdiest and funnest way to share your research with the public, expand your network, and be inspired by leaders in all sectors of science and science communication.