Dr Jacqueline Bracher

Jacquie holds a PhD in medical biochemistry from the University of Cape Town. She joined the neuroscience team in 2015.

As the research enterprise manager for the Neuroscience Institute Jacquie oversees the organisational development and sustainability of the institute, as well as the implementation of initiatives to further science and research in neuroscience and related fields. She also facilitates collaborations and network building amongst researchers, government officials, higher education management, and industry partners, both locally and internationally. Additionally, She leads and contributes to major proposal development to secure grants and philanthropic donations for the institute.

She is passionate about developing effective transformation and diversity initiatives in science and creating opportunities for early-career researchers in Africa.