An internationally recognised expert in nuclear and mining operations, Pamela Naidoo-Ameglio led Australia’s production of nuclear medicine, radioactive waste management, and operations of the country’s only reactor for more than seven years. Under her guidance, these critical facilities underwent modernisation and unique upgrades, while maintaining safety and reliability. These efforts secured production of more than 80% of Australia’s nuclear medicine needs for the foreseeable future. 

As a champion of diversity and inclusion, she is shaping the nuclear and wider STEM workforces of the future via mentorship and outreach. Founder of Women in Mining South Africa (WIMSA) and past President of the Geological Society of South Africa, Naidoo-Ameglio contributes to nuclear policy as an executive committee member of Women in Nuclear – Australia. She also serves as a science advisory board member and Eureka Prize judge for the Australian Museum.

An internationally recognised expert in nuclear and mining operations, Pamela Naidoo-Ameglio leads Australia’s production of nuclear medicine. As a champion of diversity and inclusion, she is shaping the nuclear workforce of the future. Pamela’s work delivers safe and secure nuclear operations in Australia. She is guiding Australia transition to a modern nuclear medicine manufacturing capability, a capability that includes sustainable waste management, and which secures the production of over 80% of Australia’s nuclear medicine needs for the foreseeable future. Her leadership, mentorship and outreach, is developing a diverse, inclusive, and nuclear literate, STEM workforce.