Molecular Ecology
About Us
The survival of threatened species and ecosystems depends on conservation of their genetic diversity and their interactions, particularly in the face of climate change and habitat loss. We use a broad range of techniques, including molecular population genetics and cutting-edge genomics to study the ecological and evolutionary processes of plants. In the context of conservation, this research can help inform us not only which taxa may need conservation, but key considerations for their management.
Join our group if you have a keen interest in evolution, ecology and genetics. We are especially keen to hear from you if you want to combine genomics and ecology to current conservation problems, or if you want to tackle the complex evolution of Australian plants. Botanical skills, field experience, statistical skills and bioinformatics skills are beneficial, but not always essential. If you have a strong foundation and you’re willing to put in the work to master the skills you will need for your project, you will fit in well. Assocate Professor Rose Andrew – conservation genetics and molecular ecology Dr Sapphire McMullan-Fisher – fungal and cryptogram ecology, and interactions, conservation, and invasive species Dr Andrew Thornhill – biogeography and phylogenetic diversity Students Momena Khandaker – PhD Peter Pemberton – PhD Shelley Rowntree – PhD Tareg Shaldoom – PhD Rinchen Yangzom – PhD
Contact Us
To find out more about our research, please contact:
A/Prof. Rose Andrew, rose.andrew@une.edu.au
