Dr. Emma Johnston

Biography

Professor Emma Johnston is an accomplished academic with a robust research career in marine ecology. She is currently an Adjunct Professor at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) at the University of Sydney. As the head of the Applied Marine Estuarine Ecology Lab at UNSW, she leads significant research projects in collaboration with industry, government, and the Australian Research Council, particularly within the Australian Antarctic Science Program. Professor Johnston has served as the Dean of Science and Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research) at UNSW, further demonstrating her leadership in academic administration. Her research primarily focuses on the health of estuarine environments, investigating the ecological and ecotoxicological impacts of anthropogenic activities on these vital ecosystems. She also directs the Sydney Harbour Research Program at the Sydney Institute of Marine Science, leading a team of researchers, including postdoctoral fellows and students across various academic levels. Professor Johnston's work emphasizes understanding the impacts of human activity on marine biodiversity and developing effective management strategies to mitigate these impacts. Her research also addresses issues surrounding marine biological invasions, examining the factors driving the spread of non-native species and their consequences on biological diversity.

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