Adubi Plange is a Research Project Officer at the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health at the University of Sydney, where she supports the coordination and delivery of research initiatives focused on social and emotional wellbeing in chronic care. She also works as a Research Assistant on a UNFPA-funded project within the Faculty of Medicine and Health, examining postpartum contraception across the Pacific. Raised in Fiji, and now living on Bidjigal land, she brings a people-centred and outcomes-driven approach to her work and research. Bringing her experience in project management from the ANU Institute of Climate, Energy and Disaster, and the National Centre for Cultural Competence, she is committed to advancing equitable, inclusive and culturally responsive research practices.

Alexandra Nicolas-Tosic is a Research Capability and Development Administrator at UTS with a passion for helping researchers succeed. With experience spanning researcher development, and capability-building initiatives, she focuses on creating practical resources and pathways that enable researchers to access opportunities and navigate diverse funding landscapes.

Alexandra Soudlenkova is a Senior Research Programme Coordinator at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute, University of Auckland. With more than six years in university research management, she supports researchers across the funding lifecycle, with particular depth in post-award management of complex portfolios funded by the Marsden Fund, MBIE, the Health Research Council, Horizon Europe and other schemes. Known for careful financial stewardship and calm problem-solving, she has recently focused on reducing administrative waste in research support and on designing advisory AI tools that help staff check policy alignment before decisions are made. Her ARMS 2026 poster shares what she learned building these tools as a research manager without a technical background.

Dr Anna Wallace is Researcher Training Coordinator in the Division of Research and Enterprise at UNSW Sydney. She has a PhD in English from the University of Sydney and over ten years’ experience in higher education with expertise in learning design and research training. She is an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a co-convenor of the ARMS Research Development SIG.

Dr Bridgette Semple is a Managing Consultant at Consulting & Implementation Services (CIS) and an Associate Professor at Monash University. A neuroscientist by training, Bridgette brings almost 20 years’ experience in health and medical research, research translation, strategic planning and major research initiatives. She has worked extensively at the intersection of academia, industry and professional practice, supporting researchers and institutions to develop partnerships, secure competitive funding and deliver impactful programs. Bridgette has supported successful funding bids across major Australian research programs, including NHMRC, MRFF and Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) programs. She has trained in project management and holds a PhD and BBiomedSc (Hons) from Monash University.

Carolyn Ramsey is Senior Hub Manager, Factory of the Future, and brings extensive experience in research management, partnerships and project delivery. She has worked across health, medical devices, advanced technologies, defence, not-for-profit and international development, helping researchers and partners turn ideas into funded projects and real outcomes. Carolyn is skilled at bringing people together, making complex work easier to navigate, and supporting teams to stay focused and aligned. She is especially strong in the “third space” of research management, where success comes from asking the right questions, building trust and helping great research happen.

Catherine McElhone is the Research Impact Manager at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), where she supports researchers to plan, communicate and evaluate the societal impact of their work in systematic ways. She works across research impact strategy, assessment, communication and capability development, helping to strengthen the conditions for diverse pathways to impact. Catherine is also the co-convenor of the ARMS Research Impact Special Interest Group and is actively involved in initiatives focused on responsible research assessment.

Christine Anderson is a seasoned research management professional with extensive expertise in research development, governance, and strategic planning. Christine holds an MBA from the Australian Institute of Management and a Graduate Certificate in Research Management and Policy from the University of Melbourne. Her career spans 20 years in research management with significant roles at the University of Sydney, Kolling Institute, and Black Dog Institute. Currently serving as the Operations Manager of the Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, she in instrumental in developing and implementing impactful research strategies and programs.

Chi Dam is the Research & External Engagement Coordinator at the School of Science, Engineering & Technology (SSET), RMIT Vietnam. She leads the School’s flagship biweekly Research Seminar series and a range of research engagement initiatives that support academic collaboration and research visibility. Working closely with colleagues across RMIT Vietnam and RMIT Australia, Chi develops programs that strengthen global research connections and foster cross-campus collaboration. She is passionate about creating opportunities for researchers to build international partnerships, expand engagement networks, and enhance the impact and reach of research on a global scale.

I am an experienced Leading Research Centre Co-ordinator with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry.

I have a strong research background with a Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons) and Master of Research (Media and Communication) focused on narrative structures within video games from the University of Melbourne and Swinburne University of Technology. I continue to write on video games.

I am skilled in Report Writing, Budgeting, Project Management, Grant Coordination (Pre and Post Award), and process improvement (through automation/coding/rewriting process documentation).

When not looking at research or administration work I write creatively, rock climb, run, and practice yoga.

Research management professional with 25+ years’ experience strengthening research support, funding development, governance, and proposal quality across university research environments.

Across my career, I have translated research strategy into practical services for researchers and leaders, with a consistent focus on funding visibility, applicant capability, governance, and fit-for-purpose support systems.

Devika is a research grant management professional at the NUHS Research & Innovation Office. With a PhD from the National University of Singapore, she spent four years as a Research Fellow before transitioning into research grant management.
As a Manager, Devika oversees the administration of research grants awarded by Singapore’s major national funders, NMRC and A*STAR. Her portfolio spans a diverse range, from new investigator grants to high-quantum, multi-institutional programmatic grants.
Drawing on her experience as a researcher and research administrator, Devika works closely with researchers and institutional stakeholders to support effective grant management across the research funding lifecycle. She is interested in strengthening research support, streamlining grant administration

Dhani Coe is a proud Wiradjuri woman from Cowra, NSW, who has grown up on Gadigal Country and is the Research Coordinator and Centre Manager at the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health. She is a core contributor to a large‑scale collaborative research project between the Poche Centre and the NSW Ministry of Health, providing administrative, coordination, and culturally responsive engagement support. Dhani brings experience from roles at the Gadigal Centre, University of Sydney, and Walanga Muru, Macquarie University, and is deeply committed to advancing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation and success in higher education, health, and research.

Dr Andrea Christie is Manager, Researcher Capability Development at RMIT University, with demonstrated experience in delivering capability building, networking and engagement initiatives for research managers sector wide. She is responsible for the development, rollout and oversight of College-wide initiatives, spanning researcher capability development programs, centre policy frameworks, project overhead allocation and reporting systems, communication mechanisms for grant deadlines, and performance analytics. She has advanced the profession through her leadership in ARMS, serving as current Treasurer of the Victorian Chapter and member of the 2026 Major Conference Committee, 2025 Melbourne Conference Sub-Committee, and the Marketing and Communications Advisory Committee (MARCOMS).

Dr Sandeep Kaur Sandhu is a Grants Advisor specializing in health and medical research funding at La Trobe University. She works closely with researchers, academic leaders, and stakeholders to identify funding opportunities, develop competitive grant proposals, and navigate complex funding requirements. With expertise in grants strategy, research development, and funding compliance, Dr Sandhu supports the successful acquisition of research funding that advances innovation and improves health outcomes. Her role focuses on strengthening research capability, fostering collaborative partnerships, and maximising the impact of health and medical research initiatives through effective funding and grant management.

Dr Yordanka Krastev is the Head of Research Impact and Enablement at the Ramsay Hospital Research Foundation where she is leading key research strategic initiatives across Ramsay Health Care. She oversees the National Research Unit, the Research Grant programs, the stakeholder engagement and drives opportunities for building broader research collaborations. She is a medical doctor and has a PhD in medical ethics. Her 19 years’ expertise in the Australian higher education sector and the healthcare industry, extents from conducting research and teaching to establishing and implementing research ethics and clinical research governance frameworks and optimisation of research management practices. Yordanka is a frequent presenter at national and international forums.

Elsa Wang is a Research Management Officer at The Australian National University
(ANU), supporting research funding operations and the delivery of research
management services across the University. Her work spans funding administration,
research systems, operational reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives,
including contributions to ANU’s research management system transformation.

With experience in both college-based and central research support environments, Elsa
has developed a strong interest in process improvement and stakeholder engagement.
She brings together expertise in research management, data analysis, and reporting to
support evidence-based decision-making and identify opportunities for operational
improvement across the research funding lifecycle

Elsa Wang is a Research Management Officer at The Australian National University (ANU), supporting research funding operations and the delivery of research management services across the University. Her work spans funding administration, research systems, operational reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives, including contributions to ANU’s research management system transformation.

With experience in both college-based and central research support environments, Elsa has developed a strong interest in process improvement and stakeholder engagement. She brings together expertise in research management, data analysis, and reporting to support evidence-based decision-making and identify opportunities for operational improvement across the research funding lifecycle.

Dr Emmalene Bartlett is an Assistant Director in the Investigator Grants section at the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC). She is an experienced research management professional with a background in biomedical research, research strategy and medical communications. Prior to joining NHMRC, she was a Research Development Manager at The Australian National University, supporting researchers across career stages and disciplines to develop competitive funding applications. Emmalene previously spent more than a decade as a biomedical researcher in Australia, Europe and the United States, specialising in virology, immunology and vaccine development, and has also worked as a senior medical writer in the pharmaceutical sector.

Federico Marcon is the Associate Director Development and Global Markets Lead at Deakin University, where he manages the portfolio of the largest philanthropic institutions, both in Australia and overseas, that fund Deakin’s research and education programs. Prior to Deakin he worked as Director Global Markets and Partnerships for the Asian Venture Philanthropy Network, Deputy Director Foundation Relations at Monash University and has previously covered leadership positions with the Global EverGreening Alliance, World Vision, Plan International, the Australian Red Cross and WaterAid.
Prior to moving to Australia, Federico worked for the European Commission and the United Nations in Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America, managing multi-country programs on public welfare policies.