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Wellington, New Zealand – 10 June 2026 The Zonta Club of Wellington is proud to announce Dr Stephanie Waller as the recipient of the 2026 Zonta Science Award, recognising her outstanding contributions to the study of viruses in New Zealand wildlife and her commitment to advancing women in science. Dr Stephanie Waller Presenting Dr Waller, a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Otago, was selected for her research into the diversity, evolution, and transmission of
Join the Zonta Club of Wellington to present the 2026 Zonta Science Award to Dr Stephanie Waller. With Guest Speaker Di Tracey Scientist Emerita at Earth Sciences Aotearoa NZ. The Zonta Club of Wellington Science Award celebrates the potential of emerging women scientists at the early stages of their careers. It supports recent PhD graduates to advance their research and build international networks that open new opportunities. The Award is proudly offered by the Zonta Clu