Staff Directory
Meet our dedicated faculty and staff members who are committed to excellence in education and research at the University of Papua New Guinea.
Academic Staff
Dr. Sarah Kombako
Dr. Kombako specializes in artificial intelligence and machine learning. She has over 15 years of experience in research and teaching, with numerous publications in international journals. Her current research focuses on applying AI to solve problems unique to Papua New Guinea.
+675 326 7000
Dr. Mary Waninara
Dr. Waninara's research focuses on climate change impacts in the Pacific region, particularly in Papua New Guinea. She works closely with local communities to develop sustainable environmental practices and has published extensively on tropical ecosystems and conservation.
+675 326 7002
Research Staff
Dr. Peter Aila
Dr. Aila is a research fellow investigating malaria and tuberculosis treatment outcomes in Papua New Guinea. His work bridges clinical research and public health policy.
+675 326 7010
Senior Executive Management
Prof. James Tokam
Professor Tokam is a leading scholar in Pacific anthropology and cultural studies. He has led major research projects on indigenous knowledge systems and has been instrumental in integrating traditional knowledge with modern academic frameworks.
+675 326 7001
Support Staff
Ms. Grace Numbos
Grace manages the university's digital repository and supports students and staff with research resources and information literacy.
+675 326 7020