About
Michelle Thompson is a researcher affiliated with James Cook University (JCU), with a focus on Tourism Studies, Regional Development, and Environmental Science. Her work explores the integration of agricultural resources into tourism, the interdependency of reef and rainforest tourism, and the role of cultural heritage in food and wine regions.
Her research spans collaborations with Bruce Prideaux and other academics, addressing topics like market segmentation, sustainable tourism, and climate change impact management. While her academic rank is inferred as Researcher, her publications from 2011 to 2016 reflect active contributions to tourism and regional development in Australia.
Notable projects include a PhD thesis on agri-tourism (2015) and reports for the Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (2015) and the Australian Government’s Marine and Tropical Sciences Research Facility (2012). Her work emphasizes stakeholder engagement, environmental conservation, and data-driven tourism strategies.