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Professor Jianhua Guo is a faculty member at The University of Queensland (UQ), holding the position of Professor and UQ Amplify Fellow in the Australian Centre for Water and Environmental Biotechnology (ACWEB). He is also the ACWEB Deputy Director - Research. His research focuses on integrating process engineering, environmental microbiology, and biotechnology to develop sustainable solutions for contaminant removal in water and wastewater systems. He is a pioneer in studying the environmental dimension of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), particularly how non-antibiotic pharmaceuticals and chemicals contribute to AMR spread. His groundbreaking work has been featured in over 100 media outlets and has secured over $14M in research funding. He has published over 200 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Nature Microbiology , Water Research , and Environmental Science & Technology . His accolades include the 2013 DECRA and 2017 ARC Future Fellowship. He serves as an editor for Journal of Hazardous Materials and Water Science & Technology . Research Interests Environmental AMR and microbial ecology Methane-based biotechnology and bioconversion Nitrogen cycling microorganisms Bioremediation and biofilm reactors Microplastics and health risks Wastewater treatment innovations Grants & Funding $14M+ in ARC Discovery/Linkage grants and industry partnerships ARC Training Centre for Environmental and Agricultural Solutions to Antimicrobial Resistance (CEA-StAR) Dual-membrane upgrading and anaerobic alkane oxidation projects Awards 2013 DECRA 2017 ARC Future Fellowship Supervision Prof. Guo actively supervises PhD and master’s students in areas like AMR mitigation, methane-based bioreactors, and microbial ecology. Notable supervised projects include studies on antibiotic resistance in wastewater, novel disinfection processes, and microbial oxidation of gaseous alkanes. Labs & Teams He leads research teams within ACWEB and collaborates with the Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Science. His lab focuses on cutting-edge technologies like membrane biofilm reactors and gas fermentation systems.

• Environmental Biotechnology
• Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
• Wastewater Treatment
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Neil Selwyn is a Professor in the Faculty of Education at Monash University with over 30 years of research experience focusing on the integration of digital technology into educational settings. His work centers on the 'real-life' constraints and problems faced when implementing technology-based education, with expertise in AI, automation, data-driven education, and digital degrowth. His primary research interests span digital technology and society, the use of digital technologies in educational settings, digital sociology of education, and environmental sustainability issues associated with digital technology use. Professor Selwyn is recognized internationally for his critical approach to educational technology and has led numerous nationally-funded projects examining educational data, learning analytics, and AI technologies. His recent publications reflect a growing focus on the environmental implications of AI in education, digital degrowth, and the practical challenges teachers face when implementing AI tools in classrooms. This work demonstrates a shift toward examining the sustainability and ethical dimensions of educational technology. Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences in Australia (2024) Professor Selwyn serves as a media commentator for major outlets including the NYT, WSJ, CNN, Guardian, BBC, and ABC, and hosts the 'Education Technology Society' podcast. He maintains significant international collaborations, currently holding visiting positions at Lund University (2025), University of Oxford (2023-2027), and previously at the University of Gothenburg (2016-2017).

• Digital technology and society
• AI in education
• Digital sociology of education
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Professor Jiti Gao is a Donald Cochrane Chair in Econometrics & Business Statistics at Monash University's Faculty of Business and Economics. He leads the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics, specializing in non- and semi-parametric econometrics, time-series analysis, and panel data methodologies. His research focuses on developing statistical models for climate change, energy demand, and financial forecasting. Affiliations: Monash University, Impact Labs Grants: Multiple ARC Discovery Projects (e.g., 2020–2025 on climate-energy time series, 2017–2020 on econometric model building) Collaborations: CSIRO, Yale University, and international partners from China, Norway, and Singapore Research interests include climate econometrics, financial time series, and policy evaluation. Over 136 publications span econometric theory and applications, with recent work on nonlinear trending models and quantile regression. His grants emphasize methodological advancements in time series and panel data analysis. Awards: Not explicitly mentioned, but recognition includes Australian Professorial Fellow status and international research leadership roles. Advising/Grants: Primary Investigator on multiple ARC-funded projects, focusing on climate modeling and financial econometrics Labs/Teams: Part of Monash's Impact Labs and collaborates with global institutions on climate and econometric initiatives

• Econometrics
• Non- and Semi-Parametric Econometrics
• Time-Series Analysis
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Professor Luke Prendergast is the Deputy Dean of the School of Computing, Engineering & Mathematical Sciences (SCEMS) at La Trobe University (LTU) and holds a Professorship in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. He previously served as Head of Department (2014–2020) and led LTU's Statistics Consulting Platform. His research focuses on robust statistics, meta-analysis, dimension reduction, and applied statistics, leading the DRAMA research group. Collaborations span fields like endocrinology, disability studies, and respiratory health. He actively contributes to research grants, including projects on Prader-Willi syndrome and exercise for disability populations. Professor Prendergast's recent work emphasizes statistical software development (e.g., the rquest package) and applications in biostatistics, such as metabolomics analysis and health intervention fidelity. His articles address topics like quantile-based hypothesis testing, geospatial accessibility for disability care, and motivational interviewing efficacy. Professional roles include NHMRC grant review panels, editorial boards for Nutrients and Respirology , and leadership in the Statistical Society of Australia (SSA Vic). His teaching includes courses in meta-analysis, linear models, and data-based critical thinking. Grants funded projects on exercise programs for cerebral palsy populations and community-university partnerships for disability inclusion. Luke's work bridges statistical theory with real-world health challenges, emphasizing robust methodologies and interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Robust Statistics
• Dimension Reduction
• Meta-Analysis
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Owen Price is an Associate Professor and Director in Bushfire Risk Management at the School of Earth, Atmospheric and Life Sciences (SEALS), University of Wollongong. His roles include leading research on wildfire impacts on ecosystems, human health, and infrastructure. He holds a PhD from the Australian National University (1998), an MSc from the University of Strathclyde (1986), and a BSc (hons) from the University of York (1985). Director, Centre for Environmental Risk Management of Bushfire (since 2020) Principal Fellow, SEALS (2019–2021) His research integrates fieldwork, GIS/remote sensing, and statistical modeling to address landscape-scale wildfire risks. Key interests include fire severity effects on biodiversity, smoke pollution impacts, and cost-effective fire management strategies. He supervises postgraduate students in topics like coastal wetland vulnerability and fire regime analysis. Recent grants include studies on coastal wetlands' fire resilience (2023–2026), Bayesian fire spread modeling (2023–2026), and evaluating aerial firefighting efficacy (2023). His work bridges ecological, social, and technical dimensions of wildfire risk. Notable awards and recognitions are not explicitly listed in the provided materials. His contributions to fire policy and community adaptation are highlighted through collaborative projects with government and environmental agencies.

• Bushfire Risk Management
• Environmental Science
• Wildfire Ecology
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Dr Won-Ki Seo is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Economics at the University of Sydney. His research focuses on time series analysis, econometric theory, and functional data analysis. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California, San Diego. Research Interests: Dr Seo's work centers on cointegration analysis in functional spaces, Hilbertian processes, and the application of advanced mathematical frameworks to econometric problems. His recent studies explore tail behavior of Lévy processes, functional principal component analysis, and nonlinear time series modeling. Recent work includes analyzing stopped Lévy processes with Markov modulation and developing methodologies for functional time series inference Key contributions to cointegration theory in Banach spaces and functional data econometrics Dr Seo has published extensively in top journals like Econometric Theory and Journal of Time Series Analysis . His research bridges theoretical econometrics and practical applications in financial and environmental economics. Contact: won-ki.seo@sydney.edu.au | Office: A02 Social Sciences Building

• Time Series Analysis
• Econometric Theory
• Functional Data Analysis
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Howard Bondell is a Professor of Statistical Data Science at the School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Melbourne, since 2018. He serves as Head of School since 2021, Co-Director of the Melbourne Centre for Data Science, and holds an ARC Future Fellowship (2020-2024). Ph.D. in Statistics, Rutgers University (2005) Academic Career: North Carolina State University (2005-2018) His research focuses on model selection , robust estimation , regularisation , Bayesian methods , and uncertainty quantification in statistical and machine learning. His publications emphasize applications in regression analysis, quantile modeling, variable selection for high-dimensional data, and genetic data analysis. Scientific awards include: Fellow of the American Statistical Association (2017) ARC Future Fellow (2020-2024)

• Statistical Data Science
• Model Selection
• Robust Estimation
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Dr. Linh Nghiem is a Lecturer in Statistics at the School of Mathematics & Statistics, University of Sydney. She specializes in both methodological and applied statistical research, focusing on measurement error modeling, dimension reduction, and graphical models. Her applied work involves collaborations with scientists exploring human perception of music and the societal impact of music on social empathy. Her research interests include longitudinal data analysis, privacy in data science, and experimental psychology of music at behavioral and neural levels. She is affiliated with the Sydney Southeast Asia Centre and actively contributes to interdisciplinary projects. Dr. Nghiem has secured grants such as the 2023 'Methodologies for complex datasets' under the Faculty Startup Scheme. She collaborates with institutions globally and maintains an active presence in academic communities through her ORCID profile and personal website.

• Statistics
• Machine Learning
• Psychology of Music
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Clinical Associate Professor Therese McGee is affiliated with the Westmead Clinical School, part of the Sydney Medical School at the University of Sydney. Her work focuses on maternal and neonatal health, particularly in obstetrics and gynaecology, with a strong emphasis on clinical research and guideline implementation. She investigates diverse topics such as perinatal outcomes, pandemic impacts on healthcare, and optimizing healthcare delivery models. Her research often addresses challenges in multiethnic populations and evaluates interventions to improve patient care and reduce healthcare costs. Her research interests include perinatal care, gestational diabetes, hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, and the validation of hospital data to ensure accurate reporting of maternal medical conditions. She also explores fetal surveillance techniques, neonatal jaundice management, and the efficacy of midwifery-led care models. Her work frequently employs mixed-methods and cohort study designs, reflecting a commitment to evidence-based practice. Therese has contributed to studies on uterine rupture, anaemia in pregnancy, and the use of rapid diagnostic tests for preventing neonatal infections. Her articles highlight a focus on healthcare quality, patient-centered care, and improving clinical guidelines through rigorous analysis. The scope of her research spans both clinical and public health dimensions, addressing issues such as antibiotic exposure reduction and maternal morbidity in Australian contexts. Grants: Efficacy and safety of vaccination in at-risk pregnant women and impact on infant immune responses (2017) Are we there yet? Optimising timing of planned birth to improve newborn outcomes and reduce health service costs (2017) Therese is involved in collaborative projects through Sydney Health Partners, focusing on applied research with real-world healthcare implications. Her studies often involve interdisciplinary teams, reflecting her role in bridging clinical practice and academic research. While no formal student advisees are listed, her publications suggest active participation in mentoring research cohorts.

• Obstetrics
• Gynaecology
• Maternal Health
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Professor Michael Fabinyi is a distinguished academic at the University of Technology Sydney, where he serves as Professor in Social and Political Sciences within the Faculty of Design and Society. Previously, he held positions as Associate Professor (2019-2023) and Senior Lecturer (2016-2018) at the same institution. His academic journey includes significant research experience at the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies at James Cook University (2010-2016), where he progressed from Postdoctoral Research Fellow to Senior Research Fellow. Professor Fabinyi completed his PhD at the Australian National University in 2009 and earned his BA (Hons.) from the University of Melbourne. His international experience is extensive, having lived and worked in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, and Solomon Islands. He has held visiting appointments at Peking University (2013-14) and WorldFish in Malaysia (2015), and currently serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Palawan State University in the Philippines. Professor Fabinyi's research focuses on the social, political, and cultural dimensions of marine resource use and management. His work spans coastal livelihoods, agrarian change, food security in coastal contexts, seafood trade, fisheries governance, and coral reef restoration. His research approach integrates theories and methods from anthropology, development studies, and human geography, with a strong emphasis on Southeast Asian contexts, particularly the Philippines. He has developed expertise in political ecology, environmental anthropology, and the blue economy, examining how maritime zone developments impact small-scale fishing communities across Southeast Asia. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on coral reef restoration governance in Southeast Asia, small-scale fisheries contributions to global food systems, and China's role in global seafood trade. Professor Fabinyi's work consistently addresses the intersection of environmental conservation and human wellbeing, with particular attention to governance structures, equity issues, and the social dimensions of marine resource management. His research often employs ethnographic methodologies including interviews, focus group discussions, and participant observation to understand local perspectives on marine resource management. Professor Fabinyi has secured significant research funding from various sources including the Australian Research Council, Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research, and the Nippon Foundation Ocean Nexus Centre. His current projects focus on sandfish mariculture, coral reef restoration and governance in the Philippines, small-scale fisheries governance in the Philippines, edible bird's nest trade in Indonesia, and China's role in global fisheries. At UTS, Professor Fabinyi coordinates and teaches undergraduate subjects on political economy, sociology, and climate justice and policy. He actively supervises PhD students researching fisheries governance and coastal livelihoods. His work engages with multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Life Below Water (14), No Poverty (1), Reduced Inequalities (10), Responsible Consumption and Production (12), Zero Hunger (2), and Decent Work and Economic Growth (8). Professor Fabinyi is an active contributor to international research networks, collaborating with scholars across Southeast Asia, Australia, and globally. His work bridges academic research with policy relevance, contributing to debates on sustainable ocean governance, equitable blue economy development, and effective coral reef conservation strategies that consider both ecological and social dimensions.

• coastal livelihoods
• agrarian change
• food security in coastal contexts
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Professor Scott Anthony Sisson is a leading academic at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) , holding the position of Professor of Statistics and Data Science in the School of Mathematics and Statistics . He serves as Director of the UNSW Data Science Hub (uDASH) and Deputy Director of the UNSW AI Institute (UNSW.ai) . Previously, he was Deputy Director of the Australian Centre of Excellence for Mathematical and Statistical Frontiers (ACEMS) and held leadership roles in the Australasian Society of Bayesian Analysis and Statistical Society of Australia . PhD in Statistics (Bristol University, 2002) MSc in Environmental Statistics and Systems (Lancaster University, 1997) BSc in Mathematics and Statistics (Lancaster University, 1996) His research focuses on computational statistics and Bayesian inference , with expertise in machine learning , extreme value theory , and high-dimensional data analysis . He develops simulation-based algorithms for complex statistical problems and applies these to diverse scientific challenges like seagrass decline, urban flood modeling, and drug delivery systems. His recent work spans quantum computing for statistics, graphon modeling, and synthetic likelihood methods. Scientific awards include: 2024 Fellow of the International Society of Bayesian Analysis 2023 Fellow of the Institute of Mathematical Statistics 2017 ARC Future Fellowship 2010 Queen Elizabeth II Research Fellowship 2006 John Yu Fellowship His advising team has mentored students in statistical modeling, Bayesian computation, and applied data science. Grants from the Australian Research Council and industry collaborations support his research in government and scientific applications. He contributes as Associate Editor for Journal of Computational and Graphical Statistics and Statistics and Computing .

• Computational Statistics
• Bayesian Statistics
• Statistical Extreme Value Theory
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Justine Bell-James is Professor at the TC Beirne School of Law, University of Queensland, with expertise in environmental and climate change law. She holds affiliate positions with UQ's Centre for Marine Science and Centre for Biodiversity and Conservation Science, and serves as Visiting Researcher at Stockholm University. Education: Ph.D. from Queensland University of Technology Postdoctoral fellowship at UQ's Global Change Institute Research focuses on legal frameworks for coastal and marine conservation: Legal mechanisms enabling blue carbon projects and coastal restoration Policy solutions for marine ecosystem protection Climate change adaptation through law Integration of ecosystem services into environmental legislation Barriers to large-scale environmental restoration Her scholarship addresses both theoretical and applied dimensions of environmental governance. Bell-James' publications demonstrate consistent focus on marine conservation law, with recent work examining gaps between international commitments and national implementation. Her research has directly informed Australia's Emissions Reduction Fund policies. She leads major research initiatives including National Environmental Science Program projects on coastal wetland restoration and has served on the board of the National Environmental Law Association. Bell-James contributes regularly to public discourse through The Conversation and other media outlets on environmental policy issues.

• Environmental Law
• Climate Change Law
• Coastal Ecosystem Protection
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Ricardo Dahis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at Monash University's Faculty of Business and Economics. His research spans the intersection of Politics, Environment, and Development Economics, with particular focus on Brazilian political economy, public finance, and institutional analysis. Dahis has established himself as a prominent researcher with publications in top economics journals including the Review of Economics and Statistics and the Journal of Public Economics. His research interests encompass political economy, development economics, environmental policy, public finance, and Brazilian institutional analysis. Dahis frequently examines how political institutions shape economic outcomes, with particular attention to corruption, electoral behavior, deforestation in the Amazon, and the impact of technological change on social outcomes. His methodological approach combines rigorous econometric analysis with innovative data collection techniques, often leveraging administrative data from Brazilian government sources. Dahis's publication record shows a consistent focus on Brazilian political economy with increasing attention to environmental issues and technological impacts. His recent work demonstrates sophisticated use of natural experiments and quasi-experimental designs to address causal questions in political economy. The articles reveal a researcher deeply engaged with both theoretical questions in economics and practical policy implications, particularly for developing countries. Dahis is actively involved in academic mentorship, offering supervision hours for students and postdocs. His teaching materials suggest engagement with both undergraduate and graduate instruction in economics. Co-founder of Data Basis (Base dos Dados), a nonprofit startup making high-quality data universally accessible in Brazil Affiliated with SoDa Labs and CDES research groups Active participant in the academic community with presence on Google Scholar, GitHub, and ORCID Dahis maintains an open door policy for academic discussions and offers specialized consultations for Monash University students through scheduled appointments. His work with Data Basis demonstrates a commitment to building research infrastructure that benefits academics, journalists, policymakers, and developers across Brazil.

• Politics
• Environment
• Development Economics
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Paul Lant is a Professor at the School of Chemical Engineering, University of Queensland. He served as Head of School (2009-2013), leading major teaching and research initiatives. His career includes founding Wastewater Futures Pty Ltd (20-year directorship) and extensive industry consultation, including expert witness roles. He co-founded the UQ Energy and Poverty Research Group (2014) and UQ R!SK (2015), focusing on hazardous industry risk management. Research interests span biodegradable plastics (17+ years leading UQ's PHA group), urban water-energy systems, and sustainable energy solutions for impoverished communities. His work integrates engineering with social science, policy, and business perspectives to address global sustainability challenges. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on polymer sustainability, urban resource management, and energy transitions. Recent articles emphasize bioplastic environmental behavior, water-energy nexus optimization, and socioeconomic dimensions of energy access. Scientific Awards & Honors: Fellow, Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Registered Professional Engineer Qld (RPEQ) Fellow, Australian Institute of Company Directors (1998-2019) National Teaching Awards for undergraduate/postgraduate education (2005, 2006) Supervised 50+ PhD students and secured >$21M in research funding, including 19 ARC projects. Led establishment of the Dow Centre for Sustainable Engineering Innovation ($10M gift) and ARC ITCC for Bioplastics ($6.5M). Founded IWES, Australia's leading environmental short-course provider. Directs the PHA Research Group and co-leads interdisciplinary initiatives including UQ R!SK (risk management) and the Energy and Poverty Research Group. Maintains global industry partnerships with Veolia, Norske Skog, and others.

• Biopolymers
• Urban Water Systems
• Energy Poverty
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Professor Sharon Bessell is a leading academic and social policy expert at The Australian National University (ANU), where she holds dual roles as Professor and Director of the Crawford School of Public Policy. She directs the Children’s Policy Centre and co-hosts the Policy Forum Pod, a platform for policy analysis. Her work emphasizes rights-based approaches to social policy, particularly for children in poverty, and she has pioneered the Individual Measure of Multidimensional Poverty (IMMP/IDM), a groundbreaking tool assessing poverty’s gendered and individual impacts. Bessell is also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and has received ANU’s Teaching Excellence Award twice (2016 and 2023). Education: - BA (Hons 1st class, Tasmania) - PhD (Monash University) Research Interests: Sharon’s research focuses on three pillars: Social policy, child rights, and poverty reduction Gendered dimensions of poverty and innovative data collection methods Intergenerational relations and evolving childhoods She has conducted extensive studies in Australia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Fiji, and Southern Africa, collaborating with governments, NGOs, and international agencies to develop child-centered policy frameworks. Her methodologies prioritize ethical engagement with children, ensuring their voices shape policy outcomes. Grants and Projects: - More for Children : Paul Ramsay Foundation-funded research creating a child-centered poverty assessment framework. - IDM Program : Co-led an interdisciplinary team under an Australian Research Council Linkage grant, developing the IMMP/IDM. - Suara Anak (Children’s Voices) : ARC Discovery grant-funded research in Indonesia. Awards and Recognition: - 2019: Australian Financial Review’s 100 Women of Influence. - 2016/2023: ANU College of Asia and the Pacific Award for Teaching Excellence. Teaching and Advocacy: Bessell teaches Global Social Policy (POGO8044) and Development Theories and Themes (POGO8072) . Her courses address poverty, globalization, children’s rights, and gender analysis. She advocates for systemic policy reforms to end child poverty, emphasizing structural barriers and the role of social justice in economic policies. Her work challenges stigmatizing narratives around poverty and promotes inclusive, rights-based solutions.

• Childhood Poverty
• Social Justice
• Human Rights
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