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Jane Holden holds a cross-institute appointment as the Citarum Program Manager at the Monash Sustainable Development Institute (MSDI) and also collaborates with Monash Art, Design, and Architecture (MADA). She co-designs a new research platform that incorporates integrated action research projects to address sources of contamination and damage to the Citarum River in West Java, Indonesia, known as one of the world's dirtiest rivers. This transdisciplinary research endeavor aims to enhance understanding of the impact of environmental contamination in informal settlements around the river basin and develops governance and technology-based pathways to improve the well-being and liveability of vulnerable communities. Jane has managed significant transdisciplinary research funding, contributing to areas including Social Sciences, Architecture, Engineering, Business & Economics, and Sustainable Development. Jane's experience spans over 20 years in strategic program management roles across various industries, including mining, power generation, and aviation. She is particularly interested in social businesses operating within a capitalist economy and has co-founded a social enterprise to gain insights into fair trade and the challenges faced by local artisans, particularly women. She earned her PhD in Physics in 1995 and holds an MBA from Monash University, with a focus on Organisational Change and Strategic Management.
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