Dr. Michael Douglas

Professor

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Biography

Michael Douglas is a Professor at the University of Western Australia, specializing in the ecology and management of tropical ecosystems. He holds a degree in freshwater ecology from Monash University and has extensive experience in the field, having worked as a researcher and producer for ABC Television's natural history documentaries. Douglas completed his PhD at Monash University, focusing on the effects of catchment fire management on intermittent streams. He has held teaching and research positions at Charles Darwin University and has played a pivotal role in establishing significant collaborative research initiatives. As Director of the Tropical Rivers Coastal Knowledge consortium and the Northern Australia Hub of the National Environmental Research Program, he has contributed to advancing ecological research in northern Australia. His research interests include understanding the impacts of catchment management practices on freshwater ecosystems, particularly tropical rivers, floodplains, and riparian zones. He has collaborated with various universities and governmental agencies, focusing on integrating Indigenous knowledge and western science to improve environmental management outcomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth

Leading research in tropical ecosystems and ecological management.

Awards

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Senior Research Award

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NRM Award

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
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