
Sinead Leahy is the Principal Scientist at the New Zealand Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Research Centre (NZAGRC).
Sinead holds a Ph.D. in microbiology and biochemistry and has worked in a variety of research and advisory roles in New Zealand, including as a Senior Research Scientist in the Rumen Microbiology team at AgResearch. At the NZAGRC, Sinead oversees the development of scientific research programmes and initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural activities. Her work includes collaborating with farmers and growers, rural professionals, industry leaders, science, and government agencies to identify and implement innovative solutions to this complex challenge.
Sinead is recognised for her expertise and contributions to the field of agricultural greenhouse gas research science. She is the New Zealand Co-Chair of the Livestock Research Group of the Global Research Alliance on Agricultural Greenhouse Gases; and she is a member of the international Scientific Oversight Committee for the Global Methane Hub Enteric Fermentation R&D Accelerator Program.