Bernard Dell

I am Emeritus Professor with broad expertise in sustainable food and fibre production, and environmental science. As Research Director my international work for Murdoch University entailed forging strategic research partnerships with Asia, particularly with China and Vietnam. I retired in March 2021 but remain active in supporting early career researchers in the region. I have trained over 70 PhD students in the region. In collaboration with Research Academies, Universities and the Commercial sector, I have undertaken applied research in the field in Australia, PR China, Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and Brazil. Historical appointments at Murdoch University have included: Head of Plant Sciences (2004 – 2009); Director Sustainable Ecosystems Research Institute (2009 – 2011); and Research Director (2011 - 2018). I have held visiting appointments in France, Thailand and Vietnam. I am a Visiting Professor in the Chinese Academy of Forestry (since 2003) and Professor Emeritus in the Vietnamese Academy of Forest Sciences (since 2021). I was honored with the China Friendship Award in 2014.

My research interests are given below.

1. Forestry: Silviculture, Diagnosis and correction of nutrient disorders, Beneficial bacteria and mycorrhizal fungi, Edible and medicinal forest mushrooms, Forest protection (pest and disease), Climate change and tree health, Edible forest fungi, Reforestation, Valuable trees e.g. rosewoods, Urban forests, Invasive species.

2. Agriculture: Food security, Biosecurity, Sustainable agriculture, Nutrition of field crops especially micronutrients, Beneficial bacteria and mycorrhizal fungi, Grain quality, Abiotic stress