Board Profile

Senior Lecturer | Sustainable Chemistry Expert | STEM Advocate

“Advancing science to protect our planet; leading change to empower our people”

Dr. Mary-Magdalene Pedavoah is a Senior Lecturer and former HOD of Applied Chemistry at UTAS with 13+ years of academic and leadership expertise. Her career is defined by two core pillars: advancing green chemical solutions and fostering inclusive excellence in science.

Core Expertise:

• Research: Green & Sustainable Chemistry, Environmental Remediation, and Eco-friendly Technologies.

• Leadership: Former HOD (Applied Chemistry-UTAS); President, WiSTEM (UTAS)

• Advocacy: Board Member of GEM Ghana; active member of OWSD, GCS, and the Women in Chemistry Network (WICN).

A widely published researcher and dedicated volunteer, Dr. Pedavoah integrates rigorous academic inquiry with high-impact community outreach to empower women and youth across Ghana. She is a powerful voice for Gender Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and she dedicates her leadership to mentoring the youth.