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Alison Lullfitz is a lecturer at the University of Western Australia, specializing in cross-cultural ecology and conservation biology. Her research focuses on the integration of traditional ecological knowledge from Indigenous Elders into contemporary biodiversity conservation practices. Alison completed her PhD in 2019, where she investigated vegetation responses to Noongar land management practices in the unique landscapes of South Western Australia. She is involved in several projects, including the Ecohealth program aimed at healing country through collaboration with multiple universities and industry partners. Lullfitz emphasizes the importance of two-way science and collaborative approaches, addressing human interactions with landscapes and plant communities. Her teaching includes coordinating a unit on biodiversity and natural resource management, co-supervising multiple students across various research degrees. Alison has been actively engaged in community presentations and discussions, advocating for inclusive landcare practices and the application of Indigenous knowledge in environmental management. Her contributions to academia extend beyond her research to include significant community engagement efforts, enhancing the dialogue between traditional knowledge and modern ecological understanding.
University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia
Teaching and researching cross-cultural ecology and biodiversity conservation.
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