How a childhood curiosity about cats sparked a scientific career

How This Scientist Inspires The Next Generation | My Garden Path | Gardening Australia · 8:20 · Video: Gardening Australia · Watch at the source

In short: Discover how a simple primary school lesson led Carol Quashie-Williams to pursue science through hands-on experimentation with her pet tabby.

This segment from Gardening Australia Season 35, Episode 16, explores the personal journey of Carol Quashie-Williams. It highlights the moment a teacher's claim about cats landing on their feet inspired her to test the theory at home, illustrating how early scientific inquiry can shape a professional path.

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