Biography
Dr Laura Blamey is a quantitative marine ecologist at CSIRO Oceans and Atmosphere. She has a particular interest in coastal ecosystems and fisheries and her research is focused on a holistic approach, integrating field data, ecosystem /statistical modelling and local knowledge to help better understand changes in marine ecosystems. Research interests include the role of climate, fishing and disturbance in ecosystem change; ecosystem resilience and flip backs; ecosystem services; sustainability of key inshore resources; the effects of fishing and climate on key resource distribution, abundance and behaviour, and how changes in resources and ecosystem can impact ecosystem services and value, and ultimately society. Laura has experience with a range of modelling techniques as well as field work experience in both temperate and tropical ecosystems (including over 15 years research diving experience).
Academic Qualifications
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2010
PhD in Zoology (Marine Ecology)
University of Cape Town -
2003
BSc Honours in Marine Ecology
University of Cape Town -
2002
BSc in Zoology
University of Cape Town
Achievements and Awards
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2016-2021
NRF Y2 Rating
National Research Foundation, South Africa -
2017-2017
Earthwatch Coral Communities Seychelles
Earthwatch -
2014-2019
Research Career Advancement Fellowship
National Research Foundation, South Africa -
2011-2011
Young Investigator Award
8th International William R. and Lenore Mote Symposium
Professional Experiences
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2019-2022
Research Scientist
CSIRO -
2017-2019
Senior Lecturer
University of Seychelles -
2014-2017
Lecturer / Research Officer
University of Cape Town -
2011-2013
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
University of Cape Town
ORCID 0000-0003-3713-091X