It's also incredibly challenging which is always fun. What's not to like?! I get to look at galaxies, learn about how stars are formed and look at amazing images of pretty space stuff. Karlie, firstly, can you tell us what interests you about astronomy? Karlie is in her first year and is specifically interested in making connections between Astronomy and her Indigenous heritage. She has presented at the Opera House, Google Headquarters, Microsoft, Parliament House, World Science Festival - Brisbane, and hundreds of schools across the country.Meet Karlie Noon, who is studying her Masters of Astronomy and Astrophysics at ANU. In addition to radio and television, Karlie has almost a decade of experience in speaking to live audiences and school groups. Karlie has been involved in a variety of national and local activities, including television appearances on ABC’s The Drum and BBC’s Stargazing Live program, and hosts a weekly stargazing segment on ABC Canberra radio. She has since completed a Masters of Astronomy and Astrophysics Advanced degree from the Australian National University in 2019, in which she received a high distinction for her research into the Milky Way galaxy. Karlie was the first female, Indigenous Australian to graduate with combined degrees in mathematics and science after graduating in 2016 from the University of Newcastle. For almost a decade, Karlie has been dedicated to making science accessible to people all across Australia.
Amplifying the astronomical accomplishments of Australia's First Nations peoples is something Gamilaray woman, Karlie Noon is passionate about.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are the oldest scientists, technologists, engineers, and mathematicians in human history, yet are rarely acknowledged for their achievements or discoveries.
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