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Professor Jennifer Verduin serves as Pro Vice Chancellor at Murdoch University's College of Environmental and Life Sciences. Her academic career spans roles in the School of Environmental and Conservation Sciences, where she combines physical oceanography with ecological research. She holds a BSc (Honours) in Oceanography from Swansea University and a PhD in Environmental Engineering from the University of Western Australia. Her research focuses on seagrass ecosystems, coastal hydrodynamics, and the interplay between physical and biological processes in marine environments. She pioneered a tall ship-based oceanography teaching program, emphasizing hands-on learning and interdisciplinary education. In 2021, she received the Vice Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Leadership.
Research interests include microplastic impacts, sediment transport dynamics, and seagrass restoration strategies across global oceans. She also explores forensic applications of marine biology, such as using barnacle colonization patterns to estimate post-mortem intervals. Her work integrates environmental engineering solutions with ecological monitoring, addressing contemporary challenges like climate change and pollution.
- Education:
- BSc Honours in Oceanography, University College of Swansea
- PhD in Environmental Engineering, University of Western Australia
- Key Contributions:
- Developed methodologies for seagrass restoration longevity assessments
- Advanced understanding of microplastic pollution in coastal zones
- Pioneered marine forensic techniques using biological colonization
- Awards:
- 2021 Vice Chancellor's Award (Excellence in Leadership)
Teaching and supervision activities include leading fieldwork expeditions and integrating tall ship experiences into curricula. Her research spans from molecular-level processes in seagrass pollination to large-scale oceanographic phenomena, reflecting her belief in oceanography's interdisciplinary potential.
