Tony Auld

Dr. Tony Auld is an Honorary Fellow at the School of Earth, Atmospheric and Life Sciences (SEALS), University of Wollongong. He holds a PhD from the University of Sydney and specializes in plant biology, microbiology, and ecology. His research focuses on fire ecology, post-fire plant recovery, and conservation strategies for threatened species. Auld has contributed to major initiatives like the AusTraits plant database and led studies on fire-related threats to Australian ecosystems. He supervises Masters and PhD students in plant conservation and ecological management.

• Education: PhD, University of Sydney, Australia
• Key Roles: Honorary Fellow since 2022, Collaborator in several ARC and NSW Environmental Trust grants

Research Interests: Auld's work addresses fire ecology, biodiversity conservation, and climate change impacts. He examines seed dormancy, post-fire regeneration, and the ecological resilience of endemic species. His recent projects include assessing threats to data-deficient flora and developing frameworks for ecosystem restoration.

Funding Highlights:

• ARC Linkage Project: Predicting climate change impacts on biodiversity (2011–2015)
• NSW Environmental Trust: Ecological investigation of 17 data-deficient plant species (2015–2016)

Grants and Awards: While no awards are listed, Auld has secured significant external funding for projects addressing fire ecology and biodiversity conservation. His research outputs emphasize collaborations to bridge science, policy, and ecosystem management.

Advising and Labs: Supervises students in conservation biology and ecological restoration. Collaborates with institutions like the Australian Network for Plant Conservation (ANPC) and contributes to policy-oriented initiatives.