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Simon Allen is an Adjunct Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia and co-director of the Shark Bay Dolphin Research Alliance. He completed his PhD at Murdoch University in 2015, focusing on the abundance and genetic structure of bycaught dolphins in northwestern Australia. Prior to his PhD, he held positions as Research Associate working on marine mammal and reptile-related projects. Simon holds a Master’s degree from Macquarie University, focused on managing intensive dolphin watching tourism, and a Bachelor of Science (Honors) from the University of Queensland, examining behavioral effects of provisioning wild dolphins. His research primarily investigates the impacts of human activities on marine megafauna and applies conservation management principles. Simon has published in various journals and contributed to texts on marine mammal science. He is significantly engaged in fieldwork, managing multiple projects, and mentoring students. His future research aims to enhance knowledge of wildlife conservation and improve management strategies for marine ecosystems in light of human interaction.
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