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Dr. Rebecca Jones is a Senior Lecturer in Plant Science at the University of Tasmania, affiliated with the School of Natural Sciences and the Eucalypt Genetics Group. She holds a PhD in Plant Biology (2009) and has over two decades of experience in eucalypt research, combining teaching and research roles. Her work focuses on conservation genetics, genomics, and evolutionary biology, particularly in Tasmanian eucalypts.
Her research addresses critical issues such as species hybridization, climate change adaptation, and the genetic basis of developmental traits like flowering. She has led and contributed to major projects funded by organizations like the Australian Research Council and the Department of Environment. Notable achievements include organizing international eucalypt genetics conferences and securing a Churchill Fellowship to advance genomic research.
Teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate levels, emphasizing hands-on learning and field excursions. She supervises PhD, Master’s, and Honours students, fostering skills in genetic analysis and fieldwork. Key collaborations include the ARC Centre of Excellence for Plant Success and the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture.
Awards include the Churchill Fellowship (2010), recognizing her contributions to global eucalypt genome research. Her work bridges fundamental science and applied conservation, with a focus on endangered species like Eucalyptus morrisbyi.