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Dr Gemma Saravanos is a Researcher at the Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Sydney, with a focus on infectious diseases epidemiology, immunization programs, and planetary health. She operates across Camperdown and Westmead campuses while leading regional projects in Southeast Asia.
- Research Interests: Mixed-methods studies in respiratory infections, infection control, and sustainable healthcare
- Collaborations: Sydney Infectious Diseases Institute, Centre for Paediatric Infection Research, Australasian College of Infection Prevention
Recent Publications span RSV epidemiology, planetary health integration, and health system sustainability, with systematic reviews and hospital-based studies dominating her work. Her 2025 articles highlight person-centered planetary health practices and RSV transmission in community settings.
- Awards: 2023 Green Impact Engagement Innovators Award, 2022 ACIPC Early Career Research Grant
- Teaching: Public health, immunization, healthcare safety, and planetary health for pre-registration nurses
Leadership: Founded the Sydney Nursing School Green Team, advocating for climate-resilient health systems and student-led planetary health initiatives. Active in global health policy through WHO and International Nursing platforms.
