Roger Shivas

Roger Shivas serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Centre for Crop Health within the Institute for Life Sciences and the Environment (ILSE) at the University of Southern Queensland, specializing in fungal sciences and plant disease management.

His academic credentials include:

• BSc from University of Queensland
• BA (Hons) from University of New England
• MSc from University of New England
• PhD from University of Western Australia

Shivas' research spans mycology, plant pathology, fungal taxonomy, evolutionary biology, biological control, and biodiversity, with significant contributions to understanding fungal pathogens in agricultural systems. His work integrates molecular techniques with ecological approaches to address crop disease challenges.

He holds prestigious recognition as a Fellow of the Australasian Plant Pathology Society, underscoring his impact in the field.

As a research supervisor, Shivas mentors students in mycology and microbiology, currently guiding investigations into molecular identification and host range of powdery mildew fungi affecting horticultural crops. His supervision focuses on developing sustainable disease management strategies through fungal biodiversity studies.