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Dr. Anke S. Frank is a Lecturer in the Department of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences at Charles Sturt University, affiliated with the Gulbali Research Institute. She is also a Partner at the Centre for Australian Studies, University of Cologne, Germany, since 2016. Her research is deeply rooted in collaborative, cross-cultural science, particularly through her endorsement by the Budjiti people of the Paroo River Country as their lead ecologist.
Education:
- PhD in Terrestrial Ecology, The University of Sydney (2006–2010)
- Second State Examination (Teaching), Duesseldorf State Examination Board (2003–2005)
- First State Examination (Master equivalent), University of Bonn (2001–2002)
Her research focuses on wildlife ecology and conservation management, particularly how native species and habitats are impacted by introduced species, climate change, and land-use disturbances like mining and grazing. She integrates chemical ecology and predator-prey interactions into her work, with a strong emphasis on right-way science—Indigenous-led ecological research. Her recent work explores the role of pathogens and landscape health in post-colonial disturbance contexts.
The trends in her recent publications reflect a strong interdisciplinary focus on ecosystem resilience in drylands, feral predator impacts, and cross-disciplinary frameworks for ecological research. Her work spans field ecology, chemical signaling, conservation policy, and Indigenous knowledge systems, contributing to global sustainability goals.
Scientific Awards and Grants:
- Best Student Poster Award (2024)
- PhD Excellence Price - Finalist (2009)
- NSW Environment Trust Grant (2022)
- FOSH Research Development Scheme Grant (2023)
- Gulbali Collaboration Kickstarter Scheme (2023)
Dr. Frank actively mentors students, including honors and research students, and has secured multiple grants supporting ecological restoration and Indigenous-led research. She collaborates extensively with researchers across disciplines and institutions, including Dr. Greg Doran (Chemistry, CSU), Prof. Stuart McLean (Pharmacology, UTas), and Assoc. Prof. Andrew Peters (Veterinary Sciences, CSU). She has also contributed to international policy forums such as IPBES, helping shape biodiversity targets and land degradation assessments.
She leads and participates in key research networks and workshops, including the Chemical Ecology and Predator-prey Interactions Workshop, and engages in public outreach through media appearances on Australian bushfires and ecological recovery.
