Dr. Aaron Greenville

Professor

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Biography

Aaron leads the School of Life and Environmental Sciences at the University of Sydney. He employs a strategic combination of population biology and trophic ecology, alongside advanced statistical techniques, to predict ecosystem responses to climate change and the introduction of exotic species. His research draws from multiple biological groups and focuses on understanding ecosystem functioning within evolving environmental conditions. A central theme of Aaron's work investigates non-linear species responses to climate and alterations in biotic interactions due to climate changes. These themes include mapping altered fire regimes' impacts on biodiversity and how technological advances, such as drones and open-source hardware, can enhance ecological data collection in challenging environments. Aaron has been instrumental in various research initiatives, including ecosystem assessment in the wake of increasing fire severity and frequency attributed to climate change. His dedication to using cutting-edge technology in ecological research has positioned him as a significant contributor to understanding ecosystem dynamics in contemporary science.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

— Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Teaching and leading research in the School of Life and Environmental Sciences, focusing on ecological statistics and biodiversity.

Awards

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Eureka Prize Applied Environmental Research

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Australian Postgraduate Award

Courses

Ecology Field Studies in Biology Environmental GIS Statistics Natural Sciences Global Challenges: Food, Water, Climate

Requirements for University of Sydney

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:85
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:61
Prerequisites
A master's degree with a research component or a bachelor's degree with first or second-class honours. Demonstrated research experience and capability.
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research proposal (1000+ words)
  • Two academic referee reports
  • Evidence of residency status
  • Written statement of support from potential supervisor
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to Faculty of Science PhD programs including Departments such as Life and Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Statistics.