Linda Neaves

Linda Neaves serves as a Senior Lecturer at the School of Environmental and Conservation Sciences, Murdoch University, where she applies genomic methodologies to address critical conservation challenges including species management, biodiversity preservation, and ecosystem restoration initiatives across Australia.

Her academic foundation includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Population and Conservation Genetics earned at Macquarie University (Australia) between 2003 and 2007, establishing her expertise in genetic analysis for ecological applications.

Dr. Neaves specializes in genomic tools for species identification, population structure analysis, and phylogenetic studies, with particular emphasis on developing innovative techniques for degraded DNA sources such as environmental samples, museum specimens, and trace DNA. Her research monitors genetic diversity impacts from habitat fragmentation, climate change, and invasive species on Australian mammals and birds—including reintroduced species like eastern bettongs at Mulligan's Flat Woodland Sanctuary—and investigates complex trophic interactions to guide ecosystem restoration in contexts where historical ecological data is limited.

Her professional profile is supported by an ORCID identifier (0000-0002-5626-1029) and active scholarly engagement through Google Scholar and LinkedIn platforms.