Sonia Shah

Sonia is an academic researcher based at the University of Queensland. Her research uses genomics to improve understanding, prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease. By focusing on underrepresented groups, including women, her research aims to also address inequity in cardiovascular outcomes. She has co-led the first large-scale international genetic study of heart failure. She also leads the South Asian Genes and Health in Australia Study which aims to increase South Asian representation in cardiovascular disease research.

She has been recognised for her work through several awards, inlcuding:
-2024 Australian Academy of Science Ruth Stephens Gani Medal for outstanding contribution to genetics research
-2023 1 of 5 global finalists (and only one from Australia) for the Nature Inspiring Women in Science (Scientific Achievement Award)
-2023: Named in Australia's Top 25 Women in Science by Newscorp
-2022 Queensland Young Tall Poppy Award
-2022 University of Queensland Foundation Research Excellence Award
-2021/2022 Australian Superstar of STEM,
-2020 Genetic Society of Australasia Early Career Award
-2020 Women in Technology Rising Star Science Award