Mitch Gibbs

Mitch Gibbs is a Research Fellow at the School of Geosciences, University of Sydney, with a PhD in Marine Biology/Biochemistry. As a Thungutti man through kinship with the Dunghutti nation, his work integrates Indigenous Ecological Knowledge with environmental science. He focuses on climate change impacts on marine organisms, coastal management, and the cultural significance of marine resources for First Nations peoples.

Education: PhD in Marine Biology/Biochemistry. Notable affiliations include collaborations with Indigenous rangers and institutions like the Sydney Environment Institute.

Research interests center on bridging Indigenous knowledge with ecological science, particularly in marine ecosystems. His work addresses climate change effects on species like oysters and corals, and the role of traditional practices in conservation. Recent studies explore habitat mapping, urchin barrens, and the sustainable management of coastal resources.

Key grants include

• "The Importance of Traditional Knowledge Pathways for Conserving Sea Country" (2024, Sydney Environment Institute)
• "INDIGENOUS ORAL HISTORIES OF GAMAY" (2022, James N Kirby Foundation)

His research extends to policy and community engagement, emphasizing cultural revitalization through ecological stewardship. While no formal advisees are listed, his collaborative projects with Indigenous communities reflect his commitment to participatory science.

Notable projects include studies on Gamay (Botany Bay) ecology and the impact of climate stressors on marine species, contributing to both academic and applied conservation outcomes.