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Lynette Knapp is an Adjunct Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia, affiliated with the Albany Centre. With a strong connection to her family's cultural heritage as a Merningar Barduk Elder, she has contributed significantly to research in various fields, focusing particularly on the intersection of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples and the care of Country. Lynette has been involved in several significant projects, including a global human DNA study with the University of Copenhagen, establishing connections between her haplogroup and ancestral knowledge spanning over 75,000 years. She actively participates in cultural education, providing Merningar language courses and Yarning Circles at UWA. As a speaker and advisor on cultural matters, Lynette collaborates with professionals in disciplines such as archaeology, biology, and anthropology. Her work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing the importance of her contributions to preserving and sharing cultural knowledge and ecological expertise.
University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia
Conducts research and engages in community education related to Aboriginal culture and environmental conservation.
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