College of Science & Engineering

Sophia Love

Sophia Love

Romain Vaucher

Romain Vaucher

Jenny Fisher

Jenny Fisher

Ambili Narayanan

Ambili Narayanan

Sarfaraz Ali

Sarfaraz Ali

Mikaeylah Davidson

Mikaeylah Davidson

Liuxin Chen

Liuxin Chen

Rafael Cabral Carvalho

Rafael Cabral Carvalho

Tom Lloyd

Tom Lloyd

Mohamadreza Chalak Qazani

Mohamadreza Chalak Qazani

Denitrification bioreactor trial in the Russell catchment of the Wet Tropics (Old ID 23408)
Nathan Waltham
01 Nov 2017 - 30 May 2020
This project will establish the effectiveness of denitrification bioreactors as an on-farm technology for removing dissolved inorganic nitrogen (DIN) in waters draining the Babinda Swamp Drainage Area. The region has been identified as a hotspot for DIN in the Great Barrier Reef catchment. This will be the first trial of denitrification bioreactors in the Wet Tropics. Denitrifying bioreactors route water through a high-carbon substrate under anaerobic conditions to encourage denitrification (the conversion of DIN to atmospheric N2). Two bioreactor configurations will be tested at two sites, and the potential for broader adoption will be assessed.
Exploratory study of effects of sample storage/stabilisation on Cu isotope compositions of groundwater, and linkage between groundwater and proximal soil profiles. (Old ID 29017)
Alex McCoy-West
16 Jun 2023 - 30 Sep 2023
The aims of this collaborative project between JCU and Geoscience Australia are simple. Geoscience Australia have legacy groundwater samples from active bores through their previous hydrogeochemical surveys (e.g. Northern Australia Hydrogeochemical Survey), where both acidified and unacidified samples have been kept in storage, some for up to several years. Copper concentrations measured at/near the time of sampling are variable, with some being in the sub-ppb range and others significantly higher. For some bores, proximal soil and rock samples are also available. This project will leverage all the above towards the following objectives: 1. Analyse Cu concentrations and isotope compositions for a small cohort of legacy groundwater samples (~10). 2. Analyse Cu isotope compositions in proximity-matched soil/rock samples. Where spatially matched soil and/or core rock samples are available, an additional subset of these solid samples will be processed and analysed to characterize their Cu isotope compositions and compare to that of matched groundwater samples. 3. Collate all results and jointly interpret with Geoscience Australia
Taxonomy of the reef-building corals of Lizard Island (Old ID 27561)
Peter Cowman
01 Apr 2022 - 31 Mar 2024
The short term aim of the project is to establish a curated collection of all scleractinian coral species from Lizard Island, including field and skeleton images plus tissue samples. This will allow for consistency in identification of corals among studies. The long term goal is a robust taxonomy for the corals of Lizard Island using an integrated approach that includes quantitative morphological analysis, molecular analysis and other lines of evidence, such as spawning times and breeding compatibilities.
Taxonomy of the reef-building corals of Lizard Island (Old ID 27561)
Tom Bridge
01 Apr 2022 - 31 Mar 2024
The short term aim of the project is to establish a curated collection of all scleractinian coral species from Lizard Island, including field and skeleton images plus tissue samples. This will allow for consistency in identification of corals among studies. The long term goal is a robust taxonomy for the corals of Lizard Island using an integrated approach that includes quantitative morphological analysis, molecular analysis and other lines of evidence, such as spawning times and breeding compatibilities.
Biodiversity of the reef-building corals of Ningaloo Reef and the Indian Ocean (Old ID 27907)
Peter Cowman
01 Feb 2023 - 31 Dec 2024
Document the species richness of the coral fauna of Ningaloo with a focus on identifying species endemic to the region or vulnerable to threats due to low abundance or limited distributions.
Biodiversity of the reef-building corals of Ningaloo Reef and the Indian Ocean (Old ID 27907)
Tom Bridge
01 Feb 2023 - 31 Dec 2024
Document the species richness of the coral fauna of Ningaloo with a focus on identifying species endemic to the region or vulnerable to threats due to low abundance or limited distributions.
Greater glider (Petauroides Volans) mechanisms for adaptation in extreme environments (Old ID 22823)
Lin Schwarzkopf
01 Jul 2016 - 30 Jun 2024
Greater gliders north of the Tropic of Capricorn are half the size of those occurring in southern Australia and may constitute a subspecies. The mechanism behind these size differences in endotherms is highly controversial. The prevailing theory is heat conservation, due to a decreased surface area to mass ratio in larger animals; however alternative mechanisms have been suggested. This study will be the first to examine divergence in their phylogeny, physiology and differences in thermal tolerance between populations ranging from tropical to temperate forests. Underlying mechanisms will be investigated including water/nutrient availability, seasonality, thermal responses, microhabitat, insulation, and predator/competitor pressure.
SENSOR-Q: Sensor data solutions (Old ID 21566)
Mohan Jacob
14 Nov 2014 - 14 Mar 2017
The SENSOR-Q project brings together world leading technology from industry and academia - data management and analytics expertise from CoastalCOMS (CCOMS), telemetry solutions from Taggle Systems and sensor expertise from James Cook University (JCU), in order to develop a unique end-to-end water monitoring, analysis and management solution for Townsville City Council (TCC). The SENSOR-Q project combines a multi disciplinary collaborative team that aims to create an integrated data collection, storage, analysis and visualisation platform that can be implemented across a variety of applications and industry sectors, and so enable Queensland to more effectively participate in the big data economy.
Mitigation of Losses in Community from Extreme Wind Events (Old ID 23175)
John Ginger
01 Jan 2017 - 30 Jun 2017
The objective of the project is to investigate and inform on aspects of building codes/standards and implementation to mitigate losses from extreme wind events including Cyclones.
Prototype of a Cost Effective Thermal Energy Storage System for Air-conditioning Photovoltaic-Powered Homes
Mehdi Khatamifar
27 May 2024 - 30 Jun 2025
This project addresses the critical issue of intermittency in solar energy generation by proposing an innovative solution that combines energy storage with air conditioning demand to achieve net zero emission in hot but solar energy abundant Northern Queensland with the construction and research of the prototype of a cost effective thermal energy storage system for air-conditioning photovoltaic-powered homes. This prototype could significantly enhance the viability of solar energy as a primary power source for households and building complexes, contributing to the long-term sustainability and resilience of tropical regions in the face of escalating energy requirements and climate change.
Title: Lecturer, James Cook University
Reseracher: Naomi Gardiner (Associate Professor)
Start Date: 01 Jan 2009
End Date: 01 Jan 2016
Title: Species Technical Committee, Queensland Government
Reseracher: Conrad Hoskin (Professor)
Start Date: 01 Jan 2025
Title: PhD, James Cook University
Reseracher: Naomi Gardiner (Associate Professor)
Start Date: 01 Jan 2006
End Date: 01 Jan 2011
Title: IUCN SSC Gekkota Lizard Specialist Group
Reseracher: Conrad Hoskin (Professor)
Start Date: 01 Jan 2025
Title: Bachelor of Science, Biology, The University of Melbourne
Reseracher: Naomi Gardiner (Associate Professor)
Start Date: 01 Jan 1996
End Date: 01 Jan 2000
Title: IUCN SSC Skink Specialist Group
Reseracher: Conrad Hoskin (Professor)
Start Date: 01 Jan 2022
Title: Bachelor of Arts, Indonesian Studies, The University of Melbourne
Reseracher: Naomi Gardiner (Associate Professor)
Start Date: 01 Jan 1996
End Date: 01 Jan 2000
Title: IUCN SSC Amphibian Specialist Group
Reseracher: Conrad Hoskin (Professor)
Start Date: 01 Jan 2020
End Date: 01 Jan 2025
Title: Co-Chair IUCN SSC Amphibian Specialist Group
Reseracher: Conrad Hoskin (Professor)
Start Date: 01 Jan 2024
Title: Regional Coordinator, IUCN SSC Amphibian Specialist Group GAA3
Reseracher: Conrad Hoskin (Professor)
Start Date: 01 Jan 2024