The Centre brings together a wealth of in-house expertise across a range of disciplines, including ecology, biogeochemistry, microbiology, environmental economics, spatial modelling, social science, and remote sensing.
United by our passion for advancing nature positive solutions, we are an inclusive and multicultural group, representing seven nationalities and speaking seven different languages. Together, we leverage our diverse experience and skills to drive impactful research.
Peter is a global expert in natural climate solutions focused on translating science into policy.
Stacey leads research in wetland biogeochemistry and plant-soil-microbe interactions, including enhancing restoration outcomes.
Martino integrates new tech to enhance carbon and biodiversity monitoring in freshwater environments.
Micheli leads research on spatial science, modelling, decision science.
Paul leads natural capital accounting research, providing a business case for nature and tracking the benefits of restoration.
Maria leads multi-stakeholder research that empowers local communities and delivers nature positive outcomes.
Tanveer leads research on the fate and impact of microplastics and urban stormwater engineering.
Mel leads environmental research and on-ground implementation of coastal wetland restoration.
Lukas focuses on developing and implementing nature-based solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase biodiversity in freshwater and coastal wetland ecosystems.
Noyan has vast experience in monitoring marine and coastal ecosystems, including remote field campaigns.
Noman researches the impact of plastic pollution on blue carbon biogeochemistry using cutting-edge microbiology and mass spectrometry techniques.
Ahalya explores how regenerative tourism can support blue carbon ecosystem restoration, exploring stakeholder engagement, sustainability, and conservation incentives to drive ecosystem recovery and resilience.
Alexandra focuses on integrating social dimensions into conservation programs, enhancing coastal restoration sustainability, promoting inclusive engagement, and climate solutions that strengthen people's connection with nature.
Nipuni’s research extent along the broad theme of effective coastal wetland management strategies with a special focus on global blue carbon markets and spatial mapping of future climate impacts on coastal wetlands.
Derrick’s research identifies barriers to blue carbon projects in Africa, develops ocean accounts of coastal wetlands, and enhances stakeholder engagement for climate action, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development.
Chris explores the value of kelp forests; estimating ecosystem health and comparing restoration methods to provide a cost-benefit analysis for Natural Capital Accounting.
Whether you’re interested in partnering, collaborating, or just staying connected, we’d love to hear from you! Email us below or follow us on LinkedIn to keep up with our projects, news, and articles from our team. Let’s work together to create impactful change.
Acknowledgement of Country
RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.