Timothy Cooper

Timothy Cooper serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Oceans Institute of The University of Western Australia, with research focus on marine ecosystems across Australian waters. His work bridges academic research and practical marine conservation applications.

His primary research interests include:

• Coral Reef Ecology and Conservation
• Marine Biodiversity and Habitat Assessment
• Impacts of Anthropogenic Structures on Marine Ecosystems
• Water Quality Assessment using Bioindicators
• Effects of Environmental Stressors on Coral Physiology
• Photosynthesis in Marine Organisms

Analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent trajectory of research examining human impacts on marine environments, with particular attention to coral reef systems. His work spans from the Great Barrier Reef to northwest Australia, addressing critical conservation questions related to infrastructure impacts, sedimentation effects, and water quality monitoring. Several publications have been referenced in policy documents, demonstrating the real-world application of his research for marine management.

His research has received significant scholarly attention with multiple publications accumulating dozens of citations. The bioindicator system paper for Great Barrier Reef water quality has been particularly influential with 91 citations and 2 policy references.

Dr. Cooper actively collaborates with researchers across Australia and internationally, with his work contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to life below water and climate action. His recent 2022 publication on fish assemblages around subsea pipelines demonstrates ongoing research activity and relevance to contemporary marine management challenges.