Justine Shaw

Dr Justine Shaw is an Associate Professor in the School of Biology & Environmental Science at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), specializing in conservation science with a focus on Antarctic and island ecosystems. Her research bridges ecology, policy, and governance to improve environmental protection decisions. She holds a PhD from the University of Tasmania (2005) and has held roles in government agencies and prestigious institutions like the University of Stellenbosch and the University of Queensland. Currently at QUT since 2021, she leads fieldwork globally, collaborates with governments and NGOs, and advocates for gender equity in STEMM. Key collaborations include the Australian Antarctic Division, Tasmania state government, and international Antarctic conservation networks. She co-founded Homeward Bound and the Women in Polar Science Network, promoting leadership for women scientists. Her research spans invasive species management, threatened species policy, and remote sensing technologies for biodiversity monitoring. Over 15 recent publications highlight her contributions to Antarctic ecology, biosecurity, and climate change impacts.

• Education: PhD in Conservation Science, University of Tasmania (2005)
• Key Collaborations: Australian Antarctic Division, Tasmania state government, NGOs
• Advocacy: Gender equity initiatives in STEMM, co-founder of Homeward Bound and Women in Polar Science Network

Research Interests: Conservation biology, Antarctic ecology, invasive species management, policy governance, and climate change adaptation. Her work emphasizes translating scientific findings into actionable policies, particularly in protected area design and biosecurity. Recent articles focus on Antarctic terrestrial data, invasive species threats, and remote sensing innovations for vegetation monitoring.

Grants & Funding: Secured competitive funding for domestic and international students through university schemes. Collaborates with postdoctoral researchers on externally funded projects.

Labs & Teams: Leads interdisciplinary teams in fieldwork across Antarctica, sub-Antarctic regions, and the Arctic, integrating expertise from ecologists, statisticians, and policy analysts.