University of Melbourne VC Emma Johnston AO dies aged 52
Professor Emma Johnston AO, the pioneering first woman to lead the University of Melbourne, has died from cancer complications. Remembered as a transformative scientist and dedicated educator.
Professor Emma Johnston AO, the pioneering first woman to lead the University of Melbourne, has died from cancer complications. Remembered as a transformative scientist and dedicated educator.
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