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Ronald Lee is an Adjunct Professor in Applied BioSciences at Macquarie University. His research focuses on genomic resources for economically important insects, particularly exploring insect domestication, reproductive fitness, and genetic sexing techniques for sterile insect applications. He holds a PhD in Genetics from The University of Melbourne (2007).
- Education: PhD in Genetics (Genome mapping in Lepidoptera), The University of Melbourne, 2007.
His research interests include molecular genetics of insects, development of genetic tools for pest control, and understanding ecological and reproductive traits in species like the Queensland fruit fly. Recent work emphasizes pheromone-based communication, genomic variation, and computational modeling of insect receptors. He leads or collaborates on major projects funded by MQRES (International) and others, focusing on improving sterile insect technique (SIT) standards and fall armyworm monitoring.
Lee has contributed to over 60 research outputs since 2006, with active projects spanning 2015–2025. Key collaborations involve teams addressing biosecurity, insect physiology, and applied entomology.
Labs/Teams: Involved in invertebrate research facilities and biosecurity projects at Macquarie University, including equipment grants for microinjection and autoclave infrastructure.
