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Fiona (Fi) has over 10 years of experience in freshwater plant ecology, conducting vegetation surveys in remote areas across Australia, including Victoria, New South Wales, Western Australia, and the Northern Territory. She holds a Master's degree in Environmental Science and currently works as a Research Associate with the National Environmental Science Program (NESP), focusing on Resilient Landscapes Hub projects. Her current research examines the water needs of riparian wetland vegetation along the lower Fitzroy River in Western Australia and assesses the impact of magnesium sulfate on riparian trees affected by site contamination. Fi has a particular interest in semi-arid wetland vegetation and is passionate about understorey plants that thrive in harsh conditions. She investigates how plant communities respond to disturbances such as flooding and fire. Her ongoing projects include examining ecological Indigenous values in southwestern Australian rivers and enhancing the resilience of urban waterways like the Djarlgaroo Beeliar (Canning River) in Perth. Her expertise is aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in the fields of environmental research and sustainability.
National Environmental Science Program • Perth
Provides support for various projects under the National Environmental Science Program, focusing on resilient landscapes and environmental sustainability.
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