Arthur Georges

Arthur Georges is Distinguished Professor at the University of Canberra's Centre for Conservation and Ecology Genetics, specializing in evolutionary ecology and conservation of Australian reptiles. His research combines fieldwork with genomic analysis to address conservation challenges.

Georges leads major projects on turtle conservation and sex determination systems in reptiles, including ARC-funded research on epigenetic mechanisms of sex determination in dragons. His team develops innovative genomic tools for monitoring critically endangered species like the Bellinger River turtle.

Current projects investigate climate change impacts on sex-reversed lizards and adaptively integrated genome sequencing techniques. Georges collaborates internationally on conservation initiatives while mentoring early-career researchers in ecological genetics.