Brianna Le Busque

Brianna Le Busque is a Lecturer in STEM at the University of South Australia (UniSA), serving as Program Director for Environmental Science and Geospatial Science. She holds a PhD in Psychology and specializes in conservation psychology, focusing on biophilia (connection to nature) and biophobia (fear of nature), particularly regarding shark fear and media influence. With seven years in higher education, she teaches across psychology, health, and business disciplines, and supervises Honours and HDR students.

• Affiliations: UniSA STEM, Centre for Marine Sociology, and AMSA-SA branch committee member.
• Research Interests: Human dimensions of wildlife, media impact on environmental perceptions, and nature-based interventions for well-being.

Her work bridges industry experience in market research and behavioral science, emphasizing applied solutions in conservation and education. A Superstar of STEM (2025/26 cohort), she advocates for public engagement in environmental issues.

Awards: Superstar of STEM (2025/26 cohort).

Teaching and Supervision: Leads courses integrating nature and psychology, fostering student well-being through innovative curricula like the 'Connecting and Working with Nature' program. Supervises research on topics ranging from parental attitudes toward outdoor play to slow fashion consumer behavior.

Collaborations: Engages with organizations like CSIRO and the University of Adelaide, contributing to marine sociology and environmental media analysis.