I am a senior lecturer and program director in environmental sciences at Adelaide University. I am environmental psychology scientist and marine social scientist who studies the most complicated species on the planet: humans.
 
My work sits at the intersection of people and the environment. From deep‑diving into fear of sharks, to exploring the wellbeing benefits of the ocean, to using behavioural science to help sell conservation and understand people's motivations, I bring the human element into environmental science.
 
Alongside my research, I’m passionate about science communication, particularly showing that science is more than lab coats and microscopes. I regularly engage with radio, TV, print, and podcasts and public events. Recently I have participated in Beaker Street Festival (2025), was an ambassador for National Science Week in 2025, and spoke at Science in the Pub (2025). My recent work exploring the eco-anxiety impacts of the SA Harmful Algal Bloom was covered in The New York Times. I am also an Australian Science and Technology, Superstar of STEM (25/26 cohort).
 
Having worked in higher education for nine years, teaching across a variety of disciplines (including science, psychology, health, and business) and supervising both Honours and HDR students, I bring experience and passion to my teaching ethos. Alongside two colleagues, my work using nature to improve university student wellbeing was awarded an AAUT Citation in 2026.