About me

My research areas include the physiology and environmental control of animal welfare, behaviour, growth, reproduction, and appetite in domesticated animals.

Awards

College Learning and Teaching Citation
Murdoch University (Australia, Perth), 2025
RSPCA WA Animal Welfare Award (Agriculture)
Murdoch University (Australia, Perth), 2022
Vice Chancellor’s Excellence in Research Award for Impact in Communities
Murdoch University (Australia, Perth), 2019
Professional Development Award (Aspire)
Murdoch University (Australia, Perth), 2016
Wellcome Travelling Postdoctoral Fellowship
University of Edinburgh (United Kingdom, Edinburgh), 1996
UWA Convocation Postgraduate Research Award
University of Western Australia (Australia, Perth) - UWA, 1992
Mary Janet Lindsay of Yanchep Memorial Award
University of Western Australia (Australia, Perth) - UWA, 1992

Organisational Affiliations

Associate Professor, School of Agricultural Sciences, Murdoch University

Education

Agricultural Science
1987–1990, Bachelor of Science, The University of Western Australia
Animal Science
1991–1995, Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Western Australia