Aola Richards

Aola Richards

entomologist New Zealand

Aola Richards was a pioneering entomologist in New Zealand, renowned for her groundbreaking research on cave crickets and her extensive contributions to the field of entomology. She earned her doctorate as the first female entomologist in New Zealand and spent over three decades at the University of New South Wales. Upon her passing in 2021 at the age of 93, Richards left a remarkable legacy through a $40 million bequest, part of which will fund the Aola Richards Sydney Insect Hub at the University of Sydney, fostering future research in insect biodiversity and conservation.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
41,872
Power
2,266$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Australia 1 9.00 0.16% +0% 25,499,884 41,872 $1,380,000 2,266$
Totals 1 25,499,884 41,872 $1,380,000 2,266$
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Recent Mentions

Australia Australia: Aola Richards was a pioneering entomologist known for her groundbreaking research on cave crickets and her significant bequest to support future insect research. 9

The Sydney Morning Herald: University of Sydney to create insect hub, part of entomologist’s $40 million bequest to three institutions