جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Cristine H Legareمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cognitive Science
• Cognitive Development
• Cultural Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Cristine H. Legare is a Professor of Psychology at The University of Texas at Austin, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts. She directs the Center for Applied Cognitive Science and the Evolution, Variation, and Ontogeny of Learning Laboratory. Her work bridges cognitive science, cultural anthropology, and developmental psychology to explore how universal cognitive systems interact with cultural variability to shape learning and cultural evolution. Education: Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from the University of Michigan (Culture and Cognition Program). Undergraduate studies at UC San Diego, double-majoring in Human Development and Cultural Studies. Research Interests: Cognitive development, cultural learning, global public health, STEM education, and the evolution of ritual behavior. Her projects span diverse populations, including studies in South Africa, Brazil, China, Vanuatu, and India. Grants & Funding: Supported by the National Science Foundation, John Templeton Foundation, and others. Her work addresses pressing issues in education and public health through interdisciplinary approaches. Recipient of the 2015 APS Janet Taylor Spence Award 2016 APA Boyd McCandless Award Labs & Initiatives: Founded the Center for Applied Cognitive Science to foster global collaborations between researchers and practitioners. Key projects include the RISE Project (healthcare rituals in India) and Thinkery Connect (museum-university partnerships). Teaching focuses on cognitive science of religion and coevolution of cognition/culture. Over 100 publications in top journals like Psychological Science and PNAS, with media coverage in NPR, Scientific American, and The Wall Street Journal.

Sonia Palmieriمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Gender Studies
• Political Science
• Pacific Politics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Sonia Palmieri serves as Head of the Department of Pacific Affairs at the Coral Bell School of Asia and Pacific Affairs, College of Asia and the Pacific, The Australian National University (ANU). She holds a BA (Hons) and PhD from the University of Queensland (UQ). Her research focuses on gender equality in political institutions, particularly parliaments, and feminist methodologies in research. Key areas include women’s leadership in the Pacific, gender-sensitive parliamentary reforms, and capacity-building for gender research. Her professional experience spans academic, development, and parliamentary roles with organizations like the Inter-Parliamentary Union (Geneva), UNDP (Hanoi), UN Women (New York), and the Australian Parliament. She has collaborated with stakeholders across Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and the Pacific, designing and evaluating DFAT-funded development programs. Research outputs emphasize institutional norms, voter motivations in Vanuatu’s elections, and gender mainstreaming strategies. She leads projects on Pacific democracy, feminism in development, and localized gender equality reforms in Fiji. Awards and grants include ANU-led initiatives and international collaborations. Teaching and supervision focus on inclusive research methodologies and Pacific political dynamics. She advises on parliamentary workplace equity and contributes to global policy frameworks through UN and Commonwealth partnerships.

Wesley Morganمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Climate Change
• International Relations
• Pacific Island Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wesley Morgan is a climate change researcher and international relations specialist affiliated with the Institute for Climate Risk & Response at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). He also holds roles with the Australian Climate Accountability Project (UNSW Human Rights Institute), the Climate Council, and the Griffith Asia Institute. His research focuses on Pacific climate diplomacy, climate security, and integrating climate change into foreign policy and national security strategies. A key theme involves Australia-Pacific collaborations under UN frameworks and the geopolitical implications of climate change in oceanic regions. Scientific Contributions Co-edited Climate Politics in Oceania: Renewing Australia-Pacific Relations in a Warming World (2024) Authored influential reports including A Fight for Survival (Climate Council, 2022) and Climate Allies (UWA, 2023) Active participant in UN climate negotiations analysis and Australia's energy strategy debates Media Engagement Regular commentator on ABC Radio and The Conversation Advocates for Australia's support of Japan's clean energy transition Highlights fossil fuels' impact on Pacific-Australia relations

Nick Thiebergerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Language Documentation
• Endangered Languages
• Linguistic Archives
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nick Thieberger is an Associate Professor in the School of Languages and Linguistics at the University of Melbourne, Australia. He also holds adjunct positions at the University of Sydney, University of Hawai'i, LaTrobe University, Australian National University, and the University of Tasmania. Thieberger serves as Director of PARADISEC (Pacific and Regional Archive for Digital Sources in Endangered Cultures), President of DELAMAN (Digital Endangered Languages and Musics Archives Network), and Deputy Director of the Research Unit for Indigenous Language at the University of Melbourne. He is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities and leads multiple major research projects including Nyingarn and Modularised cultural heritage archives. Thieberger's primary research interests focus on language documentation, endangered languages, and digital archiving methodologies. His work bridges linguistics, digital humanities, and Indigenous language preservation, with particular emphasis on Pacific and Australian Indigenous languages. He has developed innovative approaches to linguistic archiving, including the creation of PARADISEC, which has become a model for digital language archives worldwide. His research spans theoretical linguistics, practical archiving solutions, and community-based language work, with significant contributions to Nafsan (South Efate) language documentation and Australian Indigenous language preservation. His recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward integrating digital humanities with language documentation, particularly focusing on computational approaches to endangered language preservation. Thieberger's work increasingly addresses ethical considerations in linguistic archiving, community-led documentation models, and the development of platforms that give Indigenous communities control over their linguistic heritage. His research shows a progression from descriptive linguistics toward infrastructure development for language preservation, with growing emphasis on access protocols, data sovereignty, and the technical challenges of long-term digital preservation. Open Scholarship Award (2025) for PARADISEC team Digital Repository of Ireland Award for Research and Innovation (2024) DASSH award for Research Partnership and Social Impact (2021) Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities (2021) Ludwig Leichhardt Jubilee Fellowship by Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (2013-2015) ARC Australian Postdoctoral award (2004-2007) QEII Fellowship (2009-2014) Future Fellowship (2014-2018) Thieberger has secured substantial grant funding throughout his career, including multiple ARC grants as Chief Investigator. He leads the ARC LIEF grant 'Nyingarn: a platform for primary sources in Australian Indigenous languages' (2021-2025) and another ARC LIEF grant for 'Modularised cultural heritage archives – future-proofing PARADISEC' (2022-2025). He also serves as Chief Investigator in the ARDC-funded 'Online Heritage Resource Manager to Describo Collections' project (2023-2024) and in the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Dynamics of Language (2014-2025). His grant portfolio reflects his dual focus on theoretical linguistic research and practical infrastructure development for language preservation. Thieberger directs PARADISEC, a pioneering digital archive for endangered language materials that has become an international model. He also leads the Nyingarn project team, which is developing a platform specifically for Australian Indigenous language materials. Through DELAMAN, he coordinates with other language archives worldwide to establish best practices for digital language preservation. His work with the Language Data Commons of Australia (LDACA) further demonstrates his commitment to building research infrastructure that serves both academic researchers and Indigenous communities.

Robin Matozaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Volcanology
• Seismology
• Infrasound
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robin S. Matoza is a Professor in the Department of Earth Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). His research focuses on volcano seismology, acoustics, and infrasound, with particular emphasis on understanding volcanic processes through seismic and infrasound data. He leads studies on volcanic eruption dynamics, infrasound propagation, and the application of seismoacoustic methods for hazard mitigation. Roles: Professor, Principal Investigator Affiliations: Department of Earth Science, Earth Research Institute, UCSB Research interests include volcano acoustics, infrasound source characterization, and the development of infrasound monitoring tools. He has contributed to global volcanic eruption detection systems, such as the IMS_VASC software for automated volcanic infrasound cataloging. His work integrates field data from volcanoes like Tungurahua (Ecuador), Yasur (Vanuatu), and Kīlauea (Hawaii) with computational modeling. Key projects include studying infrasonic signals from explosive eruptions, submarine volcanic activity, and the interaction between volcanic processes and atmospheric dynamics. He collaborates on international initiatives like the International Monitoring System (IMS) for nuclear treaty verification and volcanic monitoring.

Julien Barbaraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pacific Politics
• Democracy & Governance
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Julien Barbara is a political economist and academic at The Australian National University (ANU), affiliated with the Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs. He holds the academic rank of Professor and serves as Director within the School. His research focuses on Pacific politics, democracy, governance, and climate change adaptation. He has extensive experience in foreign policy roles with Australia’s DFAT and AusAID, including diplomatic postings and leadership in regional initiatives like RAMSI. Professor Barbara’s qualifications include a BCom (Hons) and PhD from the University of Melbourne. His research interests span elections, political participation, climate policy, institutional reform, and developmental leadership. He has conducted studies across the Pacific on topics such as Samoa’s political attitudes, Vanuatu’s collective action challenges, and urbanization dynamics in Melanesia. He leads collaborative projects like the Pacific Attitudes Survey, analyzing public opinion in Samoa, Vanuatu, and Timor-Leste. His work emphasizes translating research into policy, with projects funded by Australian government and private sector partners. Notable outputs include analyses of gender leadership in Samoa, climate change perception studies, and frameworks for impactful research programs. Professor Barbara has advised on governance reforms, electoral strategies, and development initiatives. His contributions include mentoring programs for women leaders and studies on post-conflict university roles in Solomon Islands. He maintains partnerships with regional institutions and international organizations to advance policy-relevant scholarship in the Asia Pacific.

Cindy Schneiderمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Language Documentation
• Sociolinguistics
• Applied Linguistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cindy Schneider is a Senior Lecturer in Linguistics at the University of New England (UNE), based in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. She specializes in language documentation, sociolinguistics, and applied linguistics, with a focus on Pacific languages. Her research explores language policy, literacy practices, and the intersection of language and law. Education: Cindy holds a BS in Business/Marketing (Delaware), GrDip Linguistics (UNE), MA in Linguistics (Oregon), PhD in Linguistics (UNE), and LLB (UNE). Research Interests span language documentation (Pacific languages), sociolinguistic policy, vernacular literacy, language and legal systems, and mutual intelligibility between related language varieties. She has extensive fieldwork experience in Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea, and Kenya. Publications include a monograph on the grammar of Abma (Vanuatu) and numerous articles on linguistic intelligibility, courtroom language dynamics, and language planning. Recent research focuses on language policy in multilingual courtrooms and language vitality in Pacific Island communities. Supervised over 20 graduate students in topics like language ecology, legal linguistics, and literacy practices. Recipient of multiple teaching commendations for courses such as LING244 (Language and the Law). Consultant for linguistic analyses in consumer law and authorship disputes. Community Engagement includes developing literacy resources in Suru Kavian and other Pacific languages, and organizing orthography workshops for Indigenous communities.

• Health workforce development
• Health information systems
• Food security and nutrition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Hirotsugu Aiga is a full-time Professor at the School of Tropical Medicine and Global Health, Nagasaki University (Japan), with concurrent affiliation to the university’s Institute of Tropical Medicine (NEKKEN). He also serves as Adjunct Professor at The George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health and has held senior advisory roles with WHO, JICA, WFP, and the International Federation of Red Cross & Red Crescent Societies. Education PhD, Human Resources for Health – The University of Tokyo MSc, Environmental Health – The University of Tokyo MEng (ABD), Inorganic Polymer Chemistry – Waseda University BEng, Functional Polymer Chemistry – Waseda University Research Interests Professor Aiga’s work spans five overarching domains: Health workforce development – policy analysis, planning, and evaluation of national HRH systems across Cambodia, DRC, Fiji, Ghana, Tonga, Vietnam, and Vanuatu. Household food security & nutrition – development of international food-security guidelines and large-scale nutrition/mortality surveys in DRC, India, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, and Sudan. Epidemiology of infectious diseases – diarrhoeal disease and neglected tropical diseases (Chagas, Buruli ulcer) in El Salvador, Ghana, Honduras, and the Philippines. Maternal and child health – design, implementation and evaluation of home-based records (Maternal & Child Health Handbooks) in Angola, Mozambique, and Vietnam. Health information systems – strengthening of facility- and population-based HIS/HMIS in Ethiopia, Guatemala, Indonesia, Pakistan, and South Africa. Recent Publication Trends Between 2022 and 2024 his peer-reviewed output focuses on community-based interventions to boost maternal health-service uptake in rural Ghana, risk factors for anaemia in pregnancy, COVID-19-related disruptions to food availability and affordability, and machine-learning-based high-resolution mapping of maternal-child health coverage in Nigeria. These studies combine rigorous epidemiological designs (quasi-experimental, interrupted time-series, cluster RCTs) with advanced analytics (machine learning, geospatial modelling) to inform evidence-based policy in low- and middle-income countries. Scientific Awards & Recognition No specific awards, medals or named fellowships are detailed in the provided text. Grants, Advising & Teaching Professor Aiga has served as principal investigator or senior adviser on multiple large-scale projects funded by JICA, WHO, WFP and other agencies. While the exact grant amounts are not listed, his responsibilities include overall study design, policy guidance, capacity-building of local research teams, and direct mentorship of Masters and Doctoral candidates enrolled at Nagasaki University. He currently teaches full-time in both the Masters and Doctoral programmes at the School of Tropical Medicine and Global Health and has lectured at Kitasato University, the University of Tokyo, University of Geneva, Yokohama National University, and Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology. Laboratory & Research Teams He leads Professor Hirotsugu Aiga’s Lab at Nagasaki University and collaborates with a multidisciplinary network of over 50 co-authors spanning Japan, Ghana, Nigeria, Angola, the U.S., Switzerland and beyond. Core partners include experts in epidemiology, biostatistics, health economics, nutrition, and health-systems modelling.

Hermann M. Fritzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tsunamis
• Coastal hazards
• Hurricane storm surges
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Hermann M. Fritz is a full Professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology within the College of Engineering's School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. With expertise spanning tsunamis, coastal hazards, hurricane storm surges, landslides, and submarine volcanic eruptions, his research focuses on the fluid dynamics aspects of these natural hazards and their mitigation strategies. Dr. Fritz earned his Doctorate degree (Dr. sc. ETH Zurich) in 2002 from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. His extensive field experience includes leading or participating in more than a dozen post-disaster reconnaissance campaigns across multiple continents, documenting tsunami events from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami through the 2017 Greenland event, and hurricane surveys from Hurricane Katrina (2005) to Hurricane Nate (2017). His research integrates physical modeling with field observations, with recent work focusing on tsunamis generated by submarine volcanic eruptions, as evidenced by his development of a unique volcanic tsunami generator for large-scale wave basin experiments. His publication record shows consistent high-impact research in natural hazard science, with a particular emphasis on understanding wave generation mechanisms, coastal inundation patterns, and sediment transport processes during extreme events. Among his notable recognitions is the Plinius Medal from the European Geosciences Union (2014), highlighting his significant contributions to natural hazard research. His work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with practical applications for coastal protection and disaster risk reduction. Plinius Medal, EGU (European Geosciences Union) - 2014 Dr. Fritz has mentored numerous students through his research projects, though specific names aren't provided in the available information. His collaborative approach is evident through his extensive co-authorship network spanning multiple institutions worldwide. Current research directions include advanced physical modeling of tsunami generation mechanisms, particularly those related to volcanic activity and landslides, as well as improving coastal resilience against extreme events. His laboratory work at Georgia Tech involves sophisticated experimental setups including large three-dimensional wave basins and specialized generators for simulating complex natural phenomena under controlled conditions. This experimental approach complements his extensive field survey experience, creating a powerful research methodology that connects theoretical understanding with real-world observations.

Umesh Sharmaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Inclusive Education
• Special Education
• Positive Behaviour Support
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Umesh Sharma is Professor in the Faculty of Education at Monash University , Australia, and serves as Associate Dean (Equity and Inclusion) . Renowned internationally for advancing inclusive and special education, he leads large-scale research and policy initiatives across Australia, South and South-East Asia, and the Pacific. He is chief co-editor of the Australasian Journal of Special Education and the Oxford Encyclopedia of Inclusive and Special Education , and has authored over 150 scholarly works. Education & Qualifications Specific degree details are not provided in the text; however, his sustained professorial appointment and extensive publication record indicate doctoral-level qualification in education. Research Interests Professor Sharma’s research centres on inclusive education , special education , and positive behaviour support . He investigates teacher efficacy for inclusive practice, develops and validates psychometric scales for attitude and concern measurement, and designs inclusive curricular strategies . A significant focus is inclusive education in developing countries , with projects in India, Pakistan, China, Bangladesh, Fiji, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Samoa, and beyond. Recent Publication Trends Between 2024 and 2025 his work reveals a surge in systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and cross-national validation studies examining teacher attitudes, self-efficacy, and systemic support for inclusive practices. Emphasis is placed on post-pandemic educational recovery, policy analysis (e.g., India’s NEP 2020), and innovative teacher-education partnerships that bridge theory and practice across culturally diverse contexts. Scientific Awards & Recognition Dean’s Award for Excellence in Innovation and External Collaboration (2012) Dean’s Award for Research Impact (Economic & Social) (2016) Dean’s Award for Research Enterprise (2017) Outstanding Author Contribution Award (2015) Dean’s Award for Innovation for Learning and Teaching (2020) International Book Prize Award, Exceptionality Education International Zero Project Award for Outstanding Policy Development, United Nations Vienna (2016) Australia’s Research Field Leader in Special Education, Australian Chief Scientist Grants & Doctoral Supervision He has secured 30 funded projects since 2006, including two active ARC and government grants (2022-2026) on teacher capabilities in superdiverse classrooms and behaviour assessment in schools. While individual student names are not listed, he supervises doctoral researchers across inclusive education, disability studies, and teacher professional development domains. Laboratories, Teams & Networks Professor Sharma leads collaborative research teams within Monash’s inclusive education hub and coordinates the international CITED consortium (Inclusive Teacher Education & Development). He maintains active partnerships with universities, NGOs, and government agencies in more than 15 countries, fostering cross-cultural policy development and capacity-building initiatives.

Andrea Miglianoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hunter-Gatherer Studies
• Evolutionary Anthropology
• Behavioral Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Andrea Migliano is a Professor in Evolutionary Anthropology at the University of Zurich, leading the Human Evolutionary Ecology Group. Her work focuses on hunter-gatherer populations, particularly in the Philippines, Congo, Brazil, and Nepal, examining socioecology, cooperation, and cultural evolution. She investigates how foraging strategies shape human adaptations like sociality and cumulative culture, using network analysis and experimental methods. Key projects include COLLABORO (studying socio-cognitive development in hunter-gatherers) and HEE CARBON FREE (combating deforestation through agroforestry). She collaborates internationally with institutions like the Isabela State University (Philippines) and the University of Cambridge. Her research also addresses threats to indigenous communities, such as land encroachment and climate impact. She advises numerous PhD and Master’s students and has mentored prominent researchers now at institutions like the University of Cambridge and UCL. Her fieldwork spans multiple continents, with a focus on Agta foragers in the Philippines. Projects like the AGTA BOOK preserve indigenous storytelling, while CACAO GATHERERS promotes sustainable livelihoods through agroforestry. Prof. Migliano’s work integrates anthropology, genetics, and ecology to understand human evolution, emphasizing the role of multilevel social structures in fostering cumulative culture. She has secured grants from ERC and Swiss funding bodies, and her findings have been published in high-impact journals like Science and Nature . Research Themes: Hunter-gatherer socioecology, cultural evolution, cooperation mechanisms, and human-environment interactions. Key Collaborations: ISU (Philippines), University of Cambridge, and institutions in Congo and Brazil. Fieldwork Locations: Philippines, Congo, Brazil, Vanuatu, and Nepal.

Kirstie Petrouمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Urbanisation
• Migration
• Gender Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Kirstie Petrou is a Lecturer in Indo-Pacific Studies at UNSW Canberra (University of New South Wales). Her research examines urbanization, labour migration, and development dynamics in Pacific Island communities, with active collaborations with the Asian Development Bank, DFAT, and Pacific governments. Research Focus: Her work spans: Social impacts of Australia's Pacific labour mobility programs Gender dimensions of migration and urbanisation Cultural geography and international development frameworks Policy design for migrant welfare and community sustainability Publications: Her scholarship includes two major books analyzing migration patterns in Vanuatu and Australia's guestworker systems, reflecting deep engagement with Pacific socio-economic systems.

Bradd Wittمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Agriculture
• Sustainability
• Environmental management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Bradd Witt is a Senior Lecturer at both the School of the Environment and the School of Agriculture and Food Sustainability, The University of Queensland. Since 2000, his work bridges agriculture, sustainability, and environmental management, focusing on industry engagement with societal expectations. Education: Bachelor of Arts (Institution unconfirmed) Bachelor (Honours) of Applied Science, The University of Queensland Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland Research interests center on agricultural sustainability, climate change adaptation, carbon farming, and stakeholder engagement in environmental policy. He examines how communities and industries navigate socio-ecological challenges through publications on social resilience, wildlife management, and land use conflicts. Recent publications analyze climate change impacts in Vanuatu, ecolabel effectiveness in dairy, Australian beef producer typologies, and policy frameworks for wildlife engagement. Themes include market-based sustainability solutions, stakeholder theory adaptation, and socio-political conflict dynamics. Supervision involves PhD projects on agricultural transitions, dairy sector communication, and climate vulnerability in Vanuatu. Funded by grants from Meat & Livestock Australia, CSIRO, and Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering, his work spans climate reconstruction, carbon markets, and disaster risk reduction.

Emily J. E. Messerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Social Learning
• Prosociality
• Cultural Evolution
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Emily J. E. Messer is an Assistant Professor in the School of Social Sciences at Heriot-Watt University, specializing in primatology and developmental psychology. She holds a BSc in Biology from the University of Dundee and a PhD in Psychology and Neuroscience from the University of St Andrews, focusing on social learning in capuchin and squirrel monkeys. Her research explores how social and cultural contexts shape innovation, learning, and information transmission in primates, including studies with children, apes, and monkeys across diverse global populations. Key research interests include social learning, prosociality, cultural evolution, and comparative psychology. She has conducted fieldwork in locations such as Trinidad and Vanuatu, collaborating with institutions like the National Museum of Scotland and zoos in Edinburgh. Dr. Messer teaches Developmental Psychology (C98HD) and leads the Developmental Interest Group (DIG) at Heriot-Watt. Her recent articles (2022–2025) highlight work on self-regulation in cultural contexts, school quality impacts on child achievement, and primate social dynamics. Awards include Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2025) and the Jonathon Glover Award in Biology (2007). She actively engages in public outreach, including documentaries and science festivals, promoting science communication and education. Advising includes co-supervising Enzo Martinez’s PhD on human innovation. She contributes to the Centre for Applied Behavioural Sciences and the Cultural and Social Interaction Research Group, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration.

Andrew Dansieمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Science
• Water Resources
• Air Pollution
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrew Dansie is an Associate Professor and Academic Lead, Humanitarian Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering . With 18 years of expertise in water resources , air quality , and international development , Dansie's work addresses environmental challenges across Pacific Island Countries , Africa , and Asia . Education : Doctorate in Geography from the University of Oxford as a Clarendon Scholar Affiliations : Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Oxford; UNDP Expert Roster member for water resources Research Interests include atmospheric dust transport , water-energy-food nexus modeling , and plastic pollution mitigation . His Pacific-focused projects examine air quality impacts on respiratory health and floating mangrove plantations for coastal stabilization. Publications (2025-2017) span airborne particulate analysis , transboundary water modeling , and dust-phytoplankton dynamics , with recent work on microplastic monitoring and regional policy development . Key journals include Science of the Total Environment , Atmospheric Environment , and Aeolian Research . Scientific Awards : Full Clarendon Fund Scholarship (2012-2016) Thomas Linacre Studentship (2014) ISAR Special ICAR-8 Conference Award (2014) Global Engagement includes leading UNDP/GEF policy briefs, coordinating a 100+ scientist transboundary water assessment , and directing UNSW's Humanitarian Engineering program with partners in Fiji , Vanuatu , and Ethiopia .