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Molly Scott is a Researcher affiliated with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies at James Cook University in Townsville, Australia. Her work focuses on the interplay between coral reef ecosystems, human societies, and environmental changes. She completed her Bachelor of Environmental Science (Hons) at the University of New South Wales, Sydney, and is currently pursuing a PhD at James Cook University under Prof. Morgan Pratchett.
Her primary research examines the effects of rising ocean temperatures on the behavior and movement of coral trout (Plectropomus leopardus), a key species for Great Barrier Reef fisheries. She aims to contribute to sustainable management strategies amid climate change. Molly’s interests include ecosystem dynamics, reef resilience, and the socio-ecological impacts of environmental shifts.
Notable outputs include media releases on coral DNA studies and climate change’s dual burden on fisheries and vulnerable communities. She has presented seminars on coral heat tolerance, emphasizing adaptation mechanisms in reef-building species.
Molly collaborates with the ARC Centre’s network and Partner Research Institutions, contributing to interdisciplinary efforts to address coral reef challenges.
