Mandy Thomas

Mandy Thomas is a Professor and Executive Dean at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), affiliated with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies (2005–2022) headquartered at James Cook University. Her research focuses on coral reef ecosystems, ecosystem dynamics across temporal scales, and strategies for reef resilience amid climate change.

Education:

• PhD from Australian National University

Her work bridges ecological and socio-economic dimensions, examining how coral reefs interact with human wellbeing. Key research themes include coral bleaching mechanisms, climate adaptation pathways, and the socio-economic impacts of environmental degradation on vulnerable communities.

Awards:

• Inferred title of Distinguished Professor (partial text reference)

Her recent publications highlight innovative DNA-based approaches to predict coral resilience and interdisciplinary studies on climate-driven threats to fisheries in tropical regions.

As part of the ARC Centre, she contributed to global coral reef conservation efforts, integrating multi-scale ecological analysis with policy-relevant insights.