Dr Heather Purdie is an Associate Professor and glaciologist in the School of Earth and Environment at the University of Canterbury. Also a mountaineer, Heather has spent much time exploring the mountains of Aotearoa |New Zealand, and been monitoring glaciers here for two decades. Her research focuses on how glaciers respond to climate change and the implications of glacier recession on mountain recreation and tourism. Heather has a keen focus on science outreach and values the opportunity to work with artists who create new ways for people to engage with climate change science.