Chantelle Alexandra Thelora Doyle

Dr. Chantelle Alexandra Thelora Doyle is a Research Associate at the Centre for Ecosystem Science, School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES), UNSW. Her work focuses on threatened plant conservation, exploring breeding systems, reproductive sterility, germination ecology, and translocation strategies. She collaborates closely with policy bodies, land managers, communities, and industry to bridge conservation science with practical applications. Additionally, she emphasizes science communication and qualitative research to highlight conservation practitioners' experiences. Her research interests span conservation genomics, policy analysis, and the integration of social sciences to enhance conservation outcomes.

Dr. Doyle’s research activities include investigating the impact of taxonomic confusion on conservation resources, the implications of invasive species like varroa mites, and optimizing translocation practices for threatened flora. She advocates for global standards in plant mitigation translocations and emphasizes the need for accessible data frameworks within legislative contexts. Her work often intersects with ecological restoration, fire ecology, and community engagement.

Key publications highlight her contributions to understanding post-fire recovery strategies, optimizing eucalypt populations, and using population genomics for species determination. Awards include the 2025 ABC Top 5 Science Winner and the ABC TOP 5 Media Residency Program in Science, underscoring her impact in both scientific and public spheres.

Dr. Doyle is affiliated with the TRE team and leverages interdisciplinary approaches to address conservation challenges, combining fieldwork, genomic analysis, and policy engagement. She actively participates in initiatives like the Centre for Ecosystem Science to advance ecological research and its real-world applications.