Rhian Newman

Rhian Newman is a Lecturer in Biology at the University of South Wales, affiliated with the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science. Her research focuses on ecological impacts of artificial light, conservation biology, and stress physiology in aquatic species. She holds a PhD and has expertise in experimental methodologies for assessing environmental stressors.

Her work examines topics such as seagrass ecosystems, dugong conservation, invasive species behavior (e.g., signal crayfish), and the effects of light pollution on Atlantic salmon fry. She has explored cortisol stress responses in dispersing fish and applied novel techniques to study conservation-relevant species like the Florida manatee.

Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to environmental challenges, linking light pollution to ecological dynamics and using hormonal biomarkers for conservation assessment. No awards are explicitly noted, but her research contributes to ongoing conservation efforts. Responsibilities include teaching and research coordination within the Biology department.