Dr Sara Andreotti is a marine biologist and extraordinary lecturer at Stellenbosch University, specialized in global shark management and conservation. Her pioneering research, including genetic analysis and population assessments, led to the first national evaluation of South African white shark population. As a supervisor, Sara fosters academic growth, overseeing multiple postgraduate projects at Stellenbosch University. In 2022 she co-founded the SharkWise Project Marine Internship program, to provide the needed platform and logistics to marine biology students. She is a Trustee on the Shark Conservation and Research Trust, established to support the preservation of south African sharks and she also co-founded SharkSafe Barriers (Pty) Ltd. The company’s flagship product, the SharkSafe BarrierTM, employs eco-friendly technology mimicking kelp forests to deter large predatory sharks. Sara, one of the co-inventors, envisions the barrier promoting peaceful coexistence between humans and sharks, revitalizing coastal ecology and tourism. Currently, she serves as the Chief Operating Officer and a Founding Director, driving the company’s mission forward.
Dr Sara Andreotti
