Dr. Shawan Chowdhury

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Shawan Chowdhury is a global change biologist with a special focus on insects. His current research includes ecological modeling and big data analysis, complemented by strong fieldwork experience in tropical regions. Prior to joining Monash University, he completed a postdoctoral position on wildlife crime at the University of Adelaide under Professor Phill Cassey. Dr. Chowdhury has also conducted a two-year postdoc at the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv), where he analyzed biodiversity trends in Germany. In 2022, he earned his PhD in insect migration conservation from the University of Queensland, working with Professor Richard Fuller and Emeritus Professor Meron Zalucki. His leadership in projects includes online data initiatives, citizen science, and promoting equity and diversity in academia. The global change ecology lab led by Dr. Chowdhury aims to understand and conserve biodiversity in a rapidly changing world, with a particular emphasis on insects. He utilizes cutting-edge computational tools and geospatial analysis, alongside fieldwork, to address critical gaps in biodiversity knowledge and conservation planning.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Research Associate

2024-08-01 — 2025-01-01

University of Adelaide • Adelaide, Australia

Conducting research on wildlife crime.

Postdoctoral Research Associate

2022-08-01 — 2024-07-31

iDIV - Deutsches Zentrum für Integrative Biodiversitätsforschung • Germany

Analyzing biodiversity trends.

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.