Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/ Bachelor of Computer Secience
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Scholar (2023)
Isabel Barton is currently pursuing a dual degree in Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Queensland. She is driven by a long-term goal to contribute to developing technologies that can positively contribute to improved medical outcomes and more equitable access access to medical care.
Since graduating as School Captain in 2021, Isabel has sought opportunities to apply her studies in practical settings. She has completed a First Year Internship with BHP, worked in small-scale manufacturing at Sigrist Design, and most recently served as a Mechatronics Intern with Transport and Main Roads Queensland. These experiences have strengthened her technical capability while deepening her interest in sustainable and socially responsible engineering solutions.
In line with her commitment to social responsibility, Isabel has remained actively involved in community initiatives. She has volunteered with Hike to Heal Australia, supporting suicide prevention awareness through the “Hike to Heal Scavenger Hike,” and served for two years as a Youth Leader with Toowoomba Regional Council, working alongside marginalised and disadvantaged young people. She has also contributed to Peer Support programs and the Smith Family Foundation.
Since 2023, Isabel has been involved with UQ Neurotech as an Executive and now serves as Club President, where she enjoys fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, working on open source projects and encouraging thoughtful discussion around the ethical implications of neurotechnology. Most recently, she has joined Brisbane Dialogues, an initiative dedicated to promoting civil discourse and constructive public conversation.
Isabel is grateful for the opportunity to be a Liveris Academy Scholar and looks forward to engaging with like-minded peers while continuing to develop sustainable, technology-driven solutions that create meaningful social impact.
LinkedIn: Isabel Barton
