Grant Hamilton

Grant Hamilton is a Professor in Ecology at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), affiliated with the School of Biology & Environmental Science within the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on ecological analytics, conservation science, and the application of unmanned aerial systems (UAVs) for wildlife surveillance, invasive species management, and agricultural systems. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy from QUT and is a member of the Ecological Society of Australia and the Modelling and Simulation Society of Australia and New Zealand.

Research interests include detection and surveillance technologies, spatial analytics, and the integration of artificial intelligence with ecological monitoring. Notable projects include the Yurol Ringtail State Forest Koala Baseline and Monitoring Project, Agri-Intelligence in Cotton Production Systems, and automated wildlife detection using drones. His work bridges ecological theory with practical applications in conservation, agriculture, and biosecurity.

Publications span topics like UAV-based wildlife detection, statistical modelling for pest surveillance, and Bayesian networks for environmental management. He has advised multiple PhD and master’s students on projects related to pest invasions, agricultural systems, and biodiversity monitoring. Current grants include Australian Competitive Grants focusing on digital agriculture and cotton production systems.