Climate solutions you wish you knew about

Distinguished Professor Leishman’s current research focuses on plant and vegetation responses to climate change, plant conservation and adaptation under climate change, and urban green space. Michelle is also the Director of Macquarie University Smart Green Cities Research Centre.

Professor Saintilan’s research has explored the impact of climate change across different types of wetlands, from coastal wetlands impacted by sea-level rise to freshwater wetlands subjected to the dual stressors of altered climatic conditions and water extraction. 

Associate Professor Petrou’s research is in the marine environment. She investigates cellular processes and biochemical adaptations in microalgae, in response to environmental change. This means researching the impact of a warming and more acidic ocean on very tiny seaweeds. 

Professor Brett Summerell has been performing vital scientific research for over 30 years. He has been leading a team of world-class plant scientists for the last 15 at Australia’s oldest living scientific institution, the Botanic Gardens of Sydney.