Darren Sinclair

Darren Sinclair is a Professor at the University of Canberra's Institute for Governance and Policy Analysis, specializing in environmental regulation, water governance, and occupational health and safety in mining. He co-authored internationally recognized books on Smart Regulation, Next Generation Environmental Regulation, and Managing Mining Hazards.

• Education: PhD, Master of Environmental Law (Australian National University), Bachelor of Science (University of Sydney).

Research Interests: His work focuses on regulatory pluralism, compliance enforcement for small enterprises, water governance in the Murray Darling Basin, and mercury emissions under the Minamata Convention. He integrates technology and policy innovation in environmental compliance.

Awards: DECRA Research Fellow (2018–present).

Projects: Leads initiatives on critical minerals governance, electric vehicle policy, social assistance interventions, and groundwater sustainability. Collaborates with institutions like Australian National University, UNSW, and international networks.