PhD Students

Surname Christian Name Name of Project University involved SARDI Supervisor University Supervisor Funding Year completed/Due to be completed
SARDI Aquatic Sciences Division
Aiken Hamish Epidemiology of blood fluke infection in southern bluefin tuna University of Tasmania C Hayward B Nowak Aquafin CRC Completed, 2009
Baylis Alastair Foraging ecology of New Zealand fur seals University of Adelaide S Goldsworthy D Paton Fisheries Research & Development Corporation Completed, 2008
Beckmann Crystal You are what you eat using fatty acid signatures to investigate diet in sharks Flinders University C Huveneers C Huveneers ANZ Holsworth Wildlife Research Endowment Funds 2012
Bierman Paul Remote sensing of water column constituents in the tuna farming zone off Port Lincoln University of Adelaide J Tanner Lewis, Ostendorf Aquafin CRC Completed, 2010
Bowyer Jenna Nutritional factors influencing the performance of yellowtail kingfish (Seriola Ialandi) cultured at low temperatures Flinders University D Stone J Qin AS CRC 2012
Brock Daniel Mitigating octopus induced mortality in the SA lobster fishery University of Adelaide T Ward B Gillanders FRDC 2010
Cantin Agnes Population dynamics and ecology of the mud cockle, Katelysia spp., with implications for its sustainable use Flinders University A Fowler S Dittmann Marine Scalefish Fishery Management & Holsworth Wildlife Research Endowment 2010
Cheshire Katherine Larval fish assemblages in the Lower River Murray, Australia: examining the influence of hydrology, habitat and food University of Adelaide Q Ye B Gillanders, A King (ARI) University of Adelaide, CSIRO, Water for a Healthy Country Flagship, SA Murray-Darling Basin Natural Resource Management Board/Murray-Darling Basin Commission Completed, 2010
Conallin Anthony (Rex) Evaluation of carp separation cages for trapping and removing carp at wetland inlets University of Adelaide B Smith B Gillanders, K Walker SA Murray-Darling Basin Natural Resource Management Board, University of Adelaide & Playford Memorial Trust Scholarship 2011
Davis Sam Addressing constraints for the development of polychaete industry in South Australia Flinders University A Safari G Mair Flinders University 2011
Dimmlich Wetjens Ecology and fisheries biology of the Australian anchovy in South Australia University of Adelaide T Ward M Geddes University of Adelaide 2010
Douglas Alistair Investigations into the quality of farmed, fresh southern bluefin tuna, air-freighted from Port Lincoln, South Australia to Tokyo, Japan Flinders University J Carragher P Thomas, G Mair Aquafin CRC, Fisheries Research & Development Corporation 2008
Earl Jason Population dynamics and habitat use of greenback flounder, Rhombosolea tapirina, in the Coorong, South Australia Flinders University A Fowler, Q Ye S Dittmann Sir Mark Mitchell Research Foundation, Lirabenda Endowment Fund 2012
Einoder Luke Foraging and reproductive ecology of short-tailed shearwaters terns University of Adelaide S Goldsworthy D Paton Fisheries Research & Development Corporation Completed, 2009
Feenstra John Influences on lobster Jasus edwardsii catch rates and their effects in fishery modelling University of Adelaide R McGarvey, A Linnane N Bean, Andre Punt Fisheries Research & Development Corporation 2016
Ferguson Greg The biology and ecology of mulloway (Argyrosomus japonicus) in South Australia University of Adelaide T Ward M Geddes University of Adelaide 2010
Fraser Peter Evaluation of the impacts of alien trout on native fishes University of Adelaide B Smith B Gillanders, Travis Elsdon ARC Linkage, University of Adelaide 2011
Goulding Alex Effects of introduced fish species on the natural assemblage structure of fish (and invertebrates) in freshwater systems University of Adelaide B Smith B Gillanders Australian Research Council, University of Adelaide 2010
Hackett Nadine Reproductive biology of the western king prawn (Melicertus latisulcatus) in temperate South Australian waters Flinders University S Roberts,C Dixon,T Ward T Bolton Flinders University, SARDI 2013
Hamer Derek Interactions between protected species and some commercial fisheries in South Australia University of Adelaide S Goldsworthy,T Ward P Shaughnessy Fisheries Research & Development Corporation, Department of Environment & Heritage 2010
Harrison Shelley Interaction of silver gulls with tuna farms in Port Lincoln Flinders University J Carragher, I Svane J Robertson Flinders University, Aquafin CRC, Fisheries Research & Development Corporation Completed, 2009
Hillyard Karl Evaluation of carp exclusion screens at wetland inlets University of Adelaide B Smith B Gillanders, K Walker Murray-Darling Basin Commission, University of Adelaide 2011
Jones Emlyn The interaction between physical and sedimentary biogeochemical processes in south-west Spencer Gulf, South Australia Flinders University M Fernandes J Kaempf Aquafin CRC, Fisheries Research & Development Corporation 2010
Knowland Cheryl Continuous time models of coral community dynamics University of Liverpool J Tanner Spencer University of Liverpool 2010
Li Yan Evaluating the impact of reproduction on metabolism and immunocompetence of the Pacific oyster, Crassostrea gigas Flinders University X Li J Qin, K Benkendorff, J Mitchell International Postgraduate Research Scholarship, Flinders University Completed, 2009
Lill Jodi The effects of current speed on South Australian seagrasses Flinders University M Fernandes P Fairweather Flinders University, Department for Environment & Heritage, Native Vegetation Council 2011
Logan Shanon Capturing and maintaining genetic variation when initiating selective breeding programs for aquaculture Flinders University A Safari N Robinson Flinders University, Seafood CRC 2012
Lowther Andrew Social and genetic factors shaping Australian sea lion foraging strategies University of Adelaide S Goldsworthy S Donellan (SAM), R Harcourt (Macquarie University) Australian Marine Mammal Centre (DEWHA) 2011
Ma Zhenhau Improvement of yellowtail kingfish fingerling production efficiency through food and feeding management Flinders University B Chen, W Hutchinson J Qin Aquafin CRC 2012
Matthews Coby Biology and ecology of Goolwa cockles (Donax deltoids) from the Coorong, South Australia University of Adelaide A Fowler M Geddes PIRSA, SARDI 2010
McLeay Lachie Foraging and reproductive ecology of crested terns University of Adelaide S Goldsworthy, T Ward D Paton Fisheries Research & Development Corporation Completed, 2010
Pattikawa Jesaja Impact of temperature, density and photoperiod on the spawning, moulting and growth in Cherax tenuimanus (Marron) Flinders University A Safari G Mair Flinders University 2012
Peters Kristian Molecular and morphological analyses of Australian sea lion diet University of Adelaide S Goldsworthy, K Ophel-Keller S Goldsworthy National Heritage Trust 2010
Phua Samuel Proposed thesis title: Experimental studies and predictive modelling of dioxins (PCDD/Fs) and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in Australian farmed southern bluefin tuna (Thunnus maccoyii) University of Adelaide B Daughtry P Ashman, K Davey, D Lewis Aquafin CRC 2008
Prime Eloise Impact of climate variability on phytoplankton communities and diatoms morphology Flinders University S Leterme S Leterme, J Mitchell Flinders University 2011
Richardson Laura Water mass distribution along the southern Australian margin Australian National University J Middleton B Opdyke SAIMOS, SARDI 2012
Roberts Michael Flesh quality characteristics in southern rocklobster Flinders University J Carragher K Benkendorff Fisheries Research & Development 2008
Roberts Michael In situ production of oligosaccharides in fermented dairy foods University of Melbourne A Barber S Gras Australian Postgraduate Award 2013
Williams Rissa Oral treatments for skin and gill flukes of yellowtail kingfish University of Adelaide M Deveney I Whittington ARC Linkage 2010
Rogers Paul Ecology of pelagic sharks in South Australia Flinders University S Goldsworthy L Sueront SA Wildlife Conservation Fund 2011
Saunders Richard Recruitment dynamics of snapper in northern Spencer Gulf University of Adelaide A Fowler B Gillanders Marine Scalefish Management Committee Completed, 2009
Saunders Thor Optimising the spatial scale of abalone fishery management University of Adelaide S Mayfield S Connel Fisheries Research & Development Corporation, SARDI 2008
Schmarr David Stock structure of blue mackerel in southern Australia University of Adelaide T Ward Whittington, Ovenden University of Adelaide, Fisheries Research & Development Corporation, SARDI 2008
Tan Liu Fei Microalgal strain optimization for lipids and bioactives Flinders University S Nayar C Franco SA Premier Science & Research Council 2012
Teixeira Carlos Spencer Gulf circulation, cross-shelf exchange and upwelling University of New South Wales J Middleton M Roughan Brazilian Government Council 2010
Tu Wei-Chun Dietary ALA levels on the effects of omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LCPUFA) biosynthesis and gene expression of fatty acid desaturase and elongase in rats and farmed fish University of Adelaide D Stone R Gibson University of Adelaide, Rheumatology Unit, Royal Adelaide Hospital 2011
Van Dongen Vogels Virginie Production and respiration in the ocean: On the relevance of phytoplankton community structure and physical forcing Flinders University S Leterme S Leterme, L Seuront Endeavour International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (EIPRS) funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research 2010
van Ruth Paul Spatial and temporal variation in primary and secondary productivity in the eastern Great Australian Bight University of Adelaide T Ward G Ganf University of Adelaide, SARDI Completed, 2009
Wedderburn Scotte Ecology and conservation biology of the Murray hardyhead (Craterocephalus fluviatilis) University of Adelaide B Zampatti M Geddes, K Walker SA Murray-Darling Basin Natural Resource Management Board, University of Adelaide, Goolwa-Wellington Local Action Planning Board, Coorong & District Local Action Planning Board, Nature Foundation SA Completed, 2009
Wiebkin Annelise Foraging and reproductive ecology of little penguins University of Adelaide S Goldsworthy, T Ward D Paton Fisheries Research & Development Corporation 2010
Woolley Lindsay Body buoyancy and distribution of fish larvae: exploring the mechanism of mass mortality in post-larvae Flinders University B Chen, W Hutchinson J Qin Aquafin CRC 2012
SARDI Livestock Systems Division
Athorn Rebecca Nutritional manipulation of corpus luteum development during early pregnancy to increase embryo survival and litter size University of Adelaide Pieter Langendijk P Stott Pork CRC 2011
Bajsa Ottilie Investigation of pathogen die off and depuration during various stages of integrated bio processing of waste (digestion, aquaculture) Murdoch University M Kumar G Ho Environmental Biotechnology CRC 2008
Chen Tai-Yuan Sow longevity University of Adelaide Pieter Langendijk P Stott Pork CRC 2011
Fung Leung Yuk Reproduction in physiology of the zooplankton, Daphnia carinata and Moina australiensis: Implications as live food for aquaculture hatchery and a bio-remediation tool for wastewater treatment University of Adelaide M Kumar, P Glatz K Kind Private 2009
Ho Lily Development of enhanced anaerobic digestion system for treating animal wastes Murdoch University M Kumar G Ho Environmental Biotechnology CRC 2008
Kartikasari Lilik Optimising omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid levels in chicken products University of Adelaide M Geier R Gibson AusAID 2012
Kelly Jen Developmental competence of oocytes and embryos derived from prepubertal lambs using in vitro fertilization procedures University of Sydney S Walker (formerly of SARDI) W M C Maxwell SARDI, including commercial projects 2008
Konsak Barbara Gene expression studies in the gastrointestinal tract of chickens University of Adelaide R Hughes G Howarth Poultry CRC 2010
Lennon Kate Genetics and physiology of lamb survival University of Adelaide F Brien, M Hebart P Hynd Sheep CRC 2011
Lindsay Ruth Prebiotics in the treatment of gut damage University of Adelaide M Geier G Howarth University of Adelaide 2012
McGrice Hayley Molecular characterisation of primary wool follicle initiation in Merino sheep University of Adelaide G Nattrass P Hynd, C Bottema Sheep Genomics Completed, 2010
Prisciandaro Luca Use of probiotic factors for the prevention and treatment of intestinal diseases University of Adelaide M Geier G Howarth University of Adelaide 2012
Roberts Craig Penny Development of novel forage systems for mixed farms in the high rainfall areas University of Adelaide J Hocking Edwards D Coventry CRC Future Farm Industries/School of Agriculture, Food and Wine Postgraduate Scholarship 2008
Shamim Khalid Mathematical modelling of the microbial interactions and nutrient uptake, transformation and release during various stages of integrated bioprocessing University of Adelaide M Kumar, P Glatz D Lewis Environmental Biotechnologies CRC 2008
Walkom Samuel Breeding for robustness in sheep University of Adelaide F Brien, M Hebart W Pitchford Sheep CRC 2013
Whittaker Alexandra Housing strategies to optimise welfare and productivity in sows University of Adelaide P Hughes Gail Anderson, William van Wettere Pork CRC  
SARDI Innovative Food & Plants Division
Bao Lam Huyhn Genetic characterization and QTL mapping for grain fructans in wheat University of Adelaide H Wallwork D Mather University of Adelaide, Molecular Plant Breeding CRC 2008
Balshaw Sita Temporal and spatial variability in mercury residue content of farmed southern bluefin tuna (Thunnus maccoyii) Flinders University B Daughtry K Ross, J Edwards Aquafin CRC 2010
Barber Michael In site production of galactooligosaccharides in dairy products (title still to be confirmed) University of Melbourne A Barber S Gras, S Kentish Australian Postgraduate Award, Australia India Strategic Research Fund 2013
Brake Felicity Human enteric viruses in Australian bivalve molluscan shellfish University of Melbourne C McLeod T Ross Australian Seafood CRC 2012
Linsell Katherine Genetic and physiological characterisation of resistance to root lesion nematode Pratylenchus sp. In wheat University of Adelaide K Oldach, I Riley, H Wallwork K Oldach, I Riley as affiliates of University of Adelaide Grains Research & Development Corporation, Molecular Plant Breeding CRC 2011
Madigan Tom Quality, shelf-life and value adding of Australian oysters University of South Australia A Kiermeier M De Barros Lopes, John Carragher as Affiliate of the University of South Australia Australian Seafood CRC 2012
Nurzhanuly Bakhyt Genetic analysis of drought tolerance in a cross between two broadly adapted bread wheat genotypes University of Adelaide H Wallwork D Mather Molecular Plant Breeding CRC 2010
Padula David Residues and contaminants of trade importance in Australian marine finfish University of Tasmania A Pointon B Nowak Aquafin CRC 2012
Shafiq Shaista Discovering and mapping reproductive frost tolerance genes in Pisum sativum L. genome using molecular techniques University of Adelaide A Maqbool J Paull South Australian Grain Industry Trust 2009
SARDI Sustainable Systems Division
Benger Amanda Phoma koolunga: biology and role in ascochyta blight of field pea University of Adelaide M Sosnowski E Scott Grains Research & Development Corporation 2012
Davey Rowena Disease suppression of rhizoctonia root rot in Upper Eyre Peninsula agricultural soils University of Adelaide S Barnett A McNeil, V Gupta Grains Research & Development Corporation 2010
Kimber Rohan Epidemiology of significance of cercospora leaf spot (c.zonata) of faba beans in southern Australia University of Adelaide J Davidson E Scott, J Paull Grains Research & Development Corporation 2010
Marsh Jess Can experimental burning restore invertebrate population functionality in small patches of fragmented, senescent narrow leaf mallee habitat? Flinders University R Glatz D Mackay, M Whalen Flinders University Faculty of Science and Engineering Research & Conservation Biology Grant from the Nature Conservation Society of SA 2013
Todd Cathryn Rhizoctonia disease on potatoes University of Adelaide K Ophel-Keller, T Wicks E Scott Horticulture Australia Ltd Awarded,2010
Vogelzang Bernadette Novel approaches to surveillance for airborne fungal plant pathogens University of Adelaide J Davidson, K Ophel-Keller E Scott National Plant Biosecurity CRC 2010
Vu Thanh Tu Anh Pathogen eradication using the pistachio dieback pathogen as a model University of Adelaide M Sosnowski, D Giblot Ducray E Scott Endeavour Postgraduate Award 2011
Weichel Nyree How do arid zone environmental factors influence outcomes of a widespread food-for-protection ant-hemipteran-plant association and through it the arthropod assemblage structure on plants? University of Adelaide R Glatz J Facelli APA scholarship through University of Adelaide 2011