Dr. Marta Yebra is a globally recognized leader in remote sensing, bushfire science, and environmental modeling. She is a Professor at the Australian National University (ANU), where she directs the Bushfire Research Centre of Excellence, driving cutting-edge solutions for wildfire prediction, detection, and management.

A pioneer in fire intelligence systems, Dr. Yebra integrates satellite data, aerial and ground sensing, and AI-driven analytics to revolutionize wildfire monitoring and response. Her groundbreaking research in fuel moisture estimation, fire risk modeling, and other remote sensing applications to wildfire management has significantly advanced global fire resilience strategies.

Beyond academia, she collaborates with government agencies, industry leaders, and Indigenous communities, ensuring that science translates into real-world fire management solutions. She plays a key role in shaping national and international fire policies, serving on the ACT Multi-Hazards Advisory Council and leading efforts in the CEOS Working Group Disasters Wildfire Pilot, which defines global priorities for wildfire monitoring.

Dr. Yebra’s contributions have earned her prestigious recognition, including the Inaugural Max Day Fellowship from the Australian Academy of Science and the 2023 Academic of the Year Award from the Australian Space Awards.

With a career spanning academic excellence, applied science, and global leadership, Dr. Yebra continues to push the boundaries of risk assessment, fire detection, and suppression technologies, building a more wildfire-resilient future.