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Dr Adriana Keating is a Research Fellow at the Monash Sustainable Development Institute (MSDI), Monash University, where she contributes to the Fire to Flourish Program. Her research sits at the science-policy-practice interface, focusing on systems thinking and measurement methodologies to enhance disaster resilience in communities across Australia and globally.
- Institution: Monash University
- School: Monash Sustainable Development Institute
- Department: Fire to Flourish Program
- Academic Rank: Research Fellow
- Email: Adriana.Keating@monash.edu
- Accepting PhD Students: Yes
Adriana holds a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science from Monash University, a Master of International and Development Economics from the Australian National University, and a Doctorate in Socioeconomics from the Vienna University of Business and Economics.
- Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Science, Monash University
- Master of International and Development Economics, Australian National University
- PhD in Socioeconomics, Vienna University of Business and Economics
Her research interests lie at the intersection of disaster resilience, climate change adaptation, and community development. She employs systems analysis and measurement frameworks to understand and improve resilience to disasters such as floods, heatwaves, and bushfires. Her work emphasizes the human dimensions of risk and fosters collaboration across sectors and disciplines.
The 15 most recent articles reflect a consistent focus on developing, testing, and applying resilience measurement tools across diverse global contexts. These works span empirical studies in rural Cambodia, taxonomies of flood resilience, and frameworks for heatwave resilience, demonstrating a strong trend toward scalable, community-based, and policy-relevant research. Keywords include disaster resilience, climate risk, systems thinking, and sustainable development, with sub-fields emphasizing measurement, adaptation, and policy integration.
While no specific scientific awards are listed in the provided text, Dr Keating's extensive publication record and leadership in international projects underscore her scholarly impact. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action, sustainable cities, and partnerships for goals.
- Project: Developing and Testing an individual Resilience Survey for the Corangamite, Colac Otway and Surf Coast Shires (2023–2024)
- Project: Trialling creative tools and methods for policy development (2023–2024)
- Project: Understanding the resilience of lifelines for regional and remote communities (2023)
She has served as a Chief Investigator on multiple externally funded research projects, including those supported by the Wellcome Trust and local councils. Her advisory role in PhD supervision is indicated by her openness to accepting students. Dr Keating also maintains strong external collaborations, notably with the Zurich Flood Resilience Alliance and the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA), where she previously held a Research Scholar position.
Dr Keating's research is embedded in collaborative networks involving RMIT University, international NGOs, and policy agencies. Her work with the Fire to Flourish Program and prior role at the Centre for Urban Research highlight her engagement with interdisciplinary teams focused on urban and regional climate resilience. These collaborations enable the translation of systems-based research into practical tools for emergency services and local governments.
