Emer Colleran | |
|---|---|
| Born | 12 October 1945 Ballinrobe, Ireland |
| Died | 30 June 2018 (aged 72) Galway, Ireland |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Occupation(s) | Microbiologist, academic |
| Academic background | |
| Education | National University of Ireland, Galway |
| Academic work | |
| Institutions | National University of Ireland, Galway |
Emer Colleran (12 October 1945 – 30 June 2018) was an Irish microbiologist, academic and an environmental advocate. She was professor of microbiology at the National University of Ireland, Galway, a member of the Royal Irish Academy, one of Mary Robinson's nominees on the Council of State, and chairwoman of An Taisce - the National Trust for Ireland.[1]