I am an evolutionary biologist at UNSW who studies how animals navigate the challenge of finding a mate. Some fight, some show off bright colours, and others give gifts, while partners find clever ways to respond. My research focuses on how these behaviours evolve and shape animal communities. I love sharing science in classrooms, podcasts, and festivals, and am always happy to chat about my favourite study species: spiders, known for their fascinating and sometimes deadly mating behaviours.
Research keyword: Evolution
About the BEAKER STREET ROVING SCIENTIST PROGRAM
Each August, hundreds of Roving Scientists descend upon Hobart, filling up pubs and chatting to strangers as part of Beaker Street Festival. Discover a new world down the lens of microscope, and joining the least-boring bar conversations you’ve ever heard and these free (the chats – not the drinks) events.
For Scientists, Beaker Street’s Roving Scientist Program offers an excellent outreach, professional development, and networking opportunity. It’s the nerdiest and funnest way to share your research with the public, expand your network, and be inspired by leaders in all sectors of science and science communication.
