PhD candidate in the Agricultural Bio-Solutions Laboratory at La Trobe University, working with Professor Travis Beddoe. My research is all about exploring innovative vaccine strategies and understanding how immune protection can be passed down through generations in western honey bees. I’m particularly focused on tackling American and European Foulbrood infections. Before diving into my PhD, I completed a Master's degree where I worked on using therapeutic bacteriophages to control American Foulbrood infections. I’m passionate about blending science with practical solutions to protect these essential pollinators and support sustainable agriculture.