Dr. Grant Walton

Biography

Associate Professor Grant Walton works at the Development Policy Centre within the Crawford School of Public Policy at the Australian National University. He specializes in political geography and political science, focusing on issues related to corruption, education policy, and international development. His research highlights the geographies of corruption and anti-corruption reform, and he has been recognized as an influential scholar in the field of corruption in Australia and worldwide. Grant has conducted extensive research across the Pacific, Africa, and Asia, partnering with international donors and non-governmental organizations. His published works include articles in notable journals and major reports for various donors and NGOs, addressing critical topics such as anti-corruption measures in Papua New Guinea. He has managed significant research funding, including projects aimed at improving societal responses to corruption and education health policy reforms. In addition to his academic contributions, he engages with various media outlets to discuss his research findings. Grant is also involved in supervising research students and has a keen interest in fostering future academic talent.

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