Jonathan Symons

Jonathan Symons is an Associate Professor at the School of International Studies, Macquarie University, where he teaches International Relations. His research focuses on environmental politics and global climate policy, with expertise in solar geoengineering, synthetic biology, and carbon dioxide removal. He previously held positions at La Trobe University (Lecturer) and Lingnan University (Assistant Professor) before joining Macquarie in 2013.

His work bridges ideological debates (e.g., Marxism vs. ecomodernism) and practical climate governance. Recent research trends emphasize interdisciplinary collaborations, particularly in climate innovation, bioengineering policy, and international norm change.

Scientific Awards: None explicitly stated.

Advising: Supervises PhD and MRes students including Chris Wright (Climate Clubs), Ellen Kirkpatrick (Pandemic Crises), and Tom Dixon (Synthetic Biology). Completed supervisions span carbon capture, climate policy, and international relations.

Projects: Leads initiatives like Future Dairy: Australia’s Cattle Imaginaries and Insecticide Resistant Honey Bees for Pollination Security, reflecting his interest in technological solutions to climate challenges.