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Dr Emma Shortis is an Adjunct Senior Fellow at RMIT University's School of Global, Urban and Social Studies (GUSS). Her expertise lies in US and global environmental politics, environmental history, and climate change adaptation. She joined RMIT in 2018 and previously served as a Fox-Zucker International Fellow at Yale University. Her research explores the intersection of history and contemporary policy, with a focus on US-Australia relations, regional development, and sustainable development goals.
- Education: PhD in History (not explicitly stated, inferred from title)
- Professional Interests:
- Host of Barely Gettin' By Podcast
- Social and Scientific Innovation for Sustainable Development Goals
- Gippsland Smart Specialisation Strategy
Her research interests include the historical role of the United States in global environmental governance, Antarctic policy, and post-coal transition strategies. She has authored books including Our Exceptional Friend: Australia's Fatal Alliance with the United States (2021) and contributes to media commentary on US and European affairs for Australian audiences. Emma's work bridges historical analysis with contemporary policy challenges, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability and regional innovation.
Her recent articles focus on alliance dynamics, regional development, and climate policy, reflecting her commitment to addressing global environmental challenges through historical and policy lenses. Emma collaborates with organizations on projects like Gippsland's transition from coal dependency, leveraging historical insights to inform modern strategies.
Labs/Teams: Engaged with interdisciplinary teams in GUSS and RMIT's Social Equity Research Centre, though specific lab affiliations are not detailed in the provided texts.
