Robin Beaman

Robin Beaman is an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at James Cook University in Cairns, Australia. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in marine geology and ocean mapping, focusing on submerged geological features and their ecological implications.

• Research Interests: Drowned reefs, mesophotic coral ecosystems, submarine canyons, turbidite sediment flows, underwater landslides, and deep-water marine life
• Projects: GBR Marine Park mapping, Queensland Coastline Capture, Crowdsourced bathymetry, and Antarctic marine census initiatives

His work develops 3D depth models of the Great Barrier Reef and Coral Sea, integrating geological and ecological data. Recent publications focus on Halimeda bioherms, carbonate platform drowning, and benthic community distributions across depth gradients. While no awards are listed, his research spans interdisciplinary collaborations with academic, government, and industry partners.