GROW YOUR FLOW FACULTY

Kate Pilkington is an accomplished cytometry specialist with extensive experience across a broad range of flow cytometry platforms and applications. As Head of Cytometry at the Hugh Green Technology Centre within the Malaghan Institute of Medical Research, she leads the development and implementation of advanced spectral cytometry assays, bringing deep technical expertise and innovative approaches to complex cytometry assays. Kate is an internationally recognised cytometry educator whose dedication to best practices has driven the implementation of the Grow Your Flow education series for the benefit of researchers in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.

Sam Small is a dedicated cytometry educator with a strong foundation in flow cytometry and a passion for helping researchers succeed. At the Hugh Green Technology Centre, Sam supports scientists in optimising cytometry techniques, from instrument setup to data interpretation, ensuring robust and reproducible results. As an enthusiastic contributor to the Grow Your Flow education series, Sam brings energy and clarity to training sessions, making complex concepts accessible for learners at all levels. Her commitment to best practices and collaborative learning fosters a supportive environment for researchers exploring the power of cytometry in their work.

Dr Kathryn Hally is an experienced immunologist and cytometry specialist whose research focuses on understanding immune cell function in health and disease. As a Senior Lecturer at the University of Otago, she combines her scientific expertise with a passion for education, training the next generation of researchers in advanced cytometry techniques. Kathryn is renowned for her meticulous approach to experimental design and data acquisition. Her unwavering attention to detail and commitment to best practices ensure that every dataset meets the highest standards of quality and reproducibility. With precision and passion, she drives excellence in cytometry, empowering researchers to generate robust, meaningful insights from complex cellular systems.

Alix Grooby joins us on the Grow Your Flow faculty in 2026, bringing her inexhautable energy and commitment to excellence, making her an invaluable member of the Hugh Green Technology Centre cytometry team. She brings a meticulous approach to every aspect of cytometry, ensuring that researchers receive accurate, high-quality data. Alix’s eye for detail underpins her work in training and assisting scientists across a range of cytometry applications. Her enthusiasm for sharing knowledge and supporting our scientists helps to create a collaborative learning environment that benefits researchers at all levels.