Christine Hosking

Dr Christine Hosking is an Honorary Lecturer in the School of the Environment at The University of Queensland (UQ). Her work focuses on wildlife conservation, particularly koalas and platypuses, and the impacts of climate change and urbanization on biodiversity. She employs methods such as environmental DNA (eDNA) and species distribution modeling to assess habitat suitability and population trends.

Her research spans multiple disciplines, including ecological modeling, conservation biology, and landscape ecology. Notable projects include studies on koala population dynamics across Australia, the effects of urbanization on platypus habitats, and climate change adaptation strategies for specialist folivores. She collaborates with institutions like the Queensland Government and international conservation networks, contributing to policy and management frameworks.

Dr Hosking’s publications address critical issues such as habitat restoration for pumas, policy challenges in koala conservation, and inclusive approaches to global biodiversity management. She has authored reports on coal seam gas impacts on biodiversity and koala population trends, emphasizing the integration of expert knowledge in conservation planning.

Her work bridges ecological science and applied conservation, with a focus on translating research into actionable strategies for species protection and ecosystem resilience.