Our people

Adelaide University researchers in an agriculture lab

Discover the WRI research team

We are a world-class, interdisciplinary team driving innovation in agriculture, food, wine, and natural resources. Leveraging advanced facilities and industry partnerships, we deliver resilient crops, sustainable farming, biosecurity, and food technology solutions, translating research into global impact and sustainable agricultural futures.


Leadership team

Professor Matthew Tucker

Director Waite Research Institute
Email: matthew.tucker@adelaide.edu.au

Professor Matthew Tucker
Professor Jenny Mortimer

Deputy Director

Professor Jenny Mortimer
Dr Vicki Mavrakis

Institute Manager

Dr Vicki Mavrakis

Contact us

Waite Research Institute

Location

Location
Waite Research Institute
Adelaide University
Level 2, Plant Research Centre
Waite Campus, Glen Osmond SA 5064

Telephone

Phone: +61 8 8313 4251

Email

Email: wri@adelaide.edu.au