I wrangle wild Tasmanian fisheries using data, models, and lots of maths. I help guide the urchin fishery to target hotspots where kelp reefs need protecting, turning an invader into exported seafood. Around the world, urchin roe is prized even more than caviar, recorded selling for thousands of dollars each in Japan. I also work on rock lobster, calamari, flathead, and other species fished by commercial and recreational fishers in Tassie, all with the goal of keeping our wild fisheries sustainable. Curious about edible invaders or other Tassie fisheries? Ask me about the weird and wonderful world of fisheries research.
Research keyword: Sea urchins, fisheries, maths
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.
