A/Prof Bowles is a Biomechanist who has experience working in a diverse range of health and medical settings. She has worked closely with numerous health disciplines and currently has a large role in paramedicine research at a national and international level. She has partnered with Industry and Government departments to deliver research projects and has worked in research and clinical education for undergraduate students, postgraduate students, and practising clinicians. Kelly has a passion for encouraging those around her to aim for high quality and relevant outcomes in the research they complete. Her career aim is to complete quality research to improve the overall health of the community and prevent unnecessary admissions into our over-stretched public health system.