Dr Gatty has a MA in Modern History, as well as a MSt and DPhil in History of Art, from the University of Oxford. Her expertise focuses on late eighteenth- and early nineteenth-century art, history, and aesthetics. Drawing on her experience as Chapel Director at Somerville College, Oxford, she has also contributed to publications on the theory of material religion and education. Recently, she completed a research project on Education, Purpose, and Human Flourishing in Uncertain Times at the Department of Education, Oxford University.
Before re-entering academia, Dr Gatty enjoyed a successful career as a strategic partnership professional in the international finance, entrepreneurial business, and high-net-worth family business sectors. She currently serves as an External Research and Strategic Partnerships Consultant to the Templeton World Charity Foundation.