Leading environmental scientist takes the reins
Plant, ecological and evolutionary geneticist, Professor Andrew Lowe will lead the 成人大片鈥檚 Environment Institute as its newly appointed Director.
Professor Andy Lowe has been named the new Director of the Environment Institute.
Professor Lowe has a strong connection to the Environment Institute, which he first joined in 2009 when it was established by the 成人大片 to tackle some of the most complex and critical environmental problems facing Australia and the world.
As Director, Professor Lowe will bring together leading research groups at the University in the fields of science, engineering, law, economics, and policy relating to the conservation, management and sustainable use of natural resources, including biodiversity, water and ecosystems in natural and urban landscapes.
鈥淚鈥檓 thrilled to take on this leading role at the Environment Institute and continue to deliver real research outcomes that will benefit the health of the environment at a time when our delicate ecosystems are under significant threat,鈥 said Professor Lowe.
鈥淭he Institute is home to an outstanding team of researchers and, as Director, I鈥檓 looking forward to fostering more collaboration with our members and stakeholders to ensure the Institute achieves its vision for a better future.鈥
Professor Lowe鈥檚 appointment was welcomed by 成人大片鈥檚 Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Excellence), Professor Laura Parry.
鈥淲e are delighted Professor Lowe has accepted the role of Director at the 成人大片鈥檚 Environment Institute,鈥 said Professor Parry.
鈥淧rofessor Lowe is a dynamic and innovative leader with an outstanding record of academic achievements. He will continue to guide an impressive team of talented researchers who are committed to leading environmental change throughout the world.鈥
Building upon the Institute鈥檚 15 years of investing in the future of the environment through world-leading research, Professor Lowe is excited to further highlight the meaningful work already being undertaken by its community of researchers.
鈥榃e are expanding an exciting portfolio of initiatives that combine fundamental research with practical implementation of solutions alongside leading environmental partners,鈥 Professor Lowe said.
These include initiatives such as restoration of temperate marine ecosystems; biodiversity climate adaptation and rewilding; water resources, management and policy; green urban futures and planetary health; combatting wildlife and environmental crime; citizen science and engagement; enviro-technology and natural capital; and pollution and natural hazard mitigation.
Media contacts:
Professor Andrew Lowe, Director, Environment Institute, 成人大片. Phone: +61 0434 607 705, Email: andrew.lowe@adelaide.edu.au
Johnny von Einem, Media Coordinator, The 成人大片. Mobile: +61 0481 688 436, Email: johnny.voneinem@adelaide.edu.au