Kym Perry

Dr. Kym Perry is a Research Fellow in the School of Agriculture, Food and Wine at the University of Adelaide, affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. His research focuses on entomology, ecology, and pest management strategies in agricultural ecosystems. He leads interdisciplinary projects funded by GRDC and SAGIT, targeting invasive species like Mediterranean snails and diamondback moth. Dr. Perry emphasizes data-driven solutions for scalable pest monitoring and forecasting tools, leveraging R and data science. He collaborates with SARDI, CSIRO, universities, and private entities, and actively supervises postgraduate students in pest management and agricultural technology.

Education & Affiliations: Details not explicitly provided in the text, but his role as Research Fellow indicates advanced academic credentials. Collaborations include SARDI, CSIRO, and industry partners.

Research Interests: Dispersal and species distribution dynamics of pest and beneficial invertebrates, insecticide resistance management, and end-user tools for pest risk forecasting. He prioritizes practical applications of ecological knowledge and emerging technologies in agriculture.

Grants & Supervision: Current projects funded by GRDC and SAGIT. Eligible to supervise Masters and PhD students, emphasizing mentorship in pest management research.