Marine ecosystems are increasingly influenced by human activities, from plastic pollution and chemical contaminants to coastal development and climate change. My research explores how these pressures affect marine species, fisheries and the people who depend on healthy oceans.
Beginning with investigations into microplastic pollution in seafood, my research has expanded to examine the sources and pathways of marine plastics, their interactions with chemical contaminants, and their potential effects on marine organisms. Alongside this, I work with fishing communities and Indigenous ranger groups to better understand marine pollution, seafood safety and the challenges facing Sea Country.
In this presentation, I will share examples from my research, highlighting the connections between marine ecology, fisheries and people, and the role of collaborative, applied science in addressing the challenges facing our oceans.