Bridget Pratt

Bridget Pratt is an Associate Professor in Healthcare Ethics at the Queensland Bioethics Centre, affiliated with the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy at Australian Catholic University. Her work focuses on global health equity, environmental ethics, and justice in healthcare systems. She has contributed extensively to bioethical debates around climate change planning, equitable data sharing, and ethical frameworks for global health research. Her research emphasizes participatory approaches to address systemic inequities in healthcare access and governance, particularly for marginalized communities.

Pratt’s research interests span bioethics, social justice, and the intersection of health systems with ecological sustainability. She has explored topics such as epistemic justice in global bioethics, ethical challenges in voluntary assisted dying legislation, and the role of community engagement in research prioritization. Her work often bridges theoretical ethics with practical policy recommendations.

Her recent publications highlight themes like balancing human and environmental health needs during pandemic recovery, equitable urban climate planning, and addressing structural barriers in global health collaborations. Though no specific awards are listed, her prolific output reflects significant contributions to bioethics and health policy discourse.

Pratt has advised on research governance structures and health equity frameworks but no specific grants or student advisees are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Her work is closely tied to the Queensland Bioethics Centre, which serves as a hub for interdisciplinary ethical inquiry.