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Chae Byrne studied Fine Art Archaeology at the University of Western Australia before completing a PhD in 2022. Her thesis assessed the application of international archaeobotanic methods in Australian contexts, focusing on varied sites in the Pilbara and Western Desert. Chae has 13 years of experience working in regions of Northwest Australia, specializing in archaeobotany and research consulting. Her research interests include microscopy, ethnobotanical surveys, and anthracology, with expertise in analyzing notoriously tricky species such as Acacia. Currently, Chae serves as a Post Doctoral Project Manager for the ARC Laureate "Desert People Project" under CI Peter Veth, providing professional support for a multidisciplinary team collaborating with ten Aboriginal Corporations. She is also involved in the “Desert Sea” linkage project (CI Jo McDonald), researching the connections between histories of fire, plants, and people. Chae continues to provide anthracological analyses for various projects and is skilled in reconstructing paleoenvironmental data and understanding mobility patterns and resource use throughout history. Her work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, contributing to global efforts in poverty eradication and environmental preservation.
University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia
Engaged in research and project management related to archaeobotany, supporting collaborations with Aboriginal Corporations.
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