Our people

Research focus: Climate change adaptation in Australia, including the effects of climate change on biodiversity and on intensifying bushfire regimes

“The Future Making Fellowship has enabled me to drive fire law reform and better legal frameworks, while also supporting me to build up a network of policymakers, law makers and others to share expertise and speak to this catastrophic and deeply complex challenge with balance, excellence and integrity.”

Research focus: Marine ecology and the restoration of degraded marine ecosystems

“The Fellowship provides a rare opportunity for me to broaden my horizons and work on new projects. I’m excited to focus on the human side of restoration, exploring the benefits to mental wellbeing, youth education, career pathways and agency building for communities to lead long-term environmental stewardship.”

Research focus: The protection and documentation of cultural heritage sites impacted or threatened by climate change and extreme weather events

“The biggest benefit of working with the Environment Institute is the transdisciplinary approach it enables. I’m collaborating with colleagues from a broad range of disciplines, from environmental law to public health, Indigenous studies and marine ecology. It’s exciting to explore what we can achieve together.”