Professor Caroline Ford is an Australian scientist and women’s health advocate with dual appointments in Sydney and Copenhagen. She has led major translational research projects in ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer and endometriosis. Her team collaborates closely with clinicians, industry and people with gynaecological diseases and cancers to improve detection, treatment and outcomes for these overlooked conditions. She is the Strategic Director of the recently established Ainsworth Endometriosis Research Institute (AERI), which aims to apply a precision medicine approach to research into endometriosis, including detection, management and treatment.

In addition to her research program, Prof Ford is a vocal and engaged advocate for women’s health, science communication and gender equity in STEMM using social and mainstream media, educational platforms, and community engagement to increase awareness and develop practical strategies to address these issues.  In 2018 she founded the STEMMinist Book Club (@stemministbookclub) which connects readers interested in STEMM and feminism worldwide.