Ida Lee

Ida Lee was an historical geographer who wrote several books on maritime exploration in the Pacific.

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Dr Judith Rees

Judith Rees graduated from the London School of Economics with a BSc 1965 and after teaching at Wye College in Kent returned to LSE as a lecturer, completing her PhD in 1978. Judith Rees moved to the University of Hull in 1989 becoming Dean of Geography and Pro-Vice Chancellor. After returning to LSE she was a Pro-Director 1998-2004, later becoming Co-Director of the Grantham Research Institute.

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Wáng Zhènyì

Qing dynasty scientist Wang Zhenyi accomplished much in her short life, excelling particularly in astronomy, mathematics and poetry.

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Ann Marshall

Ann Marshall lectured in geography at the University of Adelaide for over thirty years. She was heavily involved in successful campaigns against inner-city freeways in Adelaide.

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Marcia Lynne Langton

Marcia Langton is a leading academic and Indigenous spokesperson who has held the foundation chair of Australian Indigenous Studies at the University of Melbourne since February 2000.

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