Nanotechnologist
It’s no exaggeration to say that Dr Michelle Dickinson is a National Treasure. She has a PhD in biomedical materials engineering, but is most famous for her alter-ego, Nanogirl - a super-hero character all about making science engaging for children – especially girls. She's written two best-selling books, is a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, kite-surfed with Richard Branson, explained COVID-19 to kids with Jacinda Arden and designed dresses for Icebreaker. One of the only things she doesn’t do is drink…
