associate professor celine Frere

I am an ARC Future Fellow based at the University of Queensland. I received my PhD in evolutionary biology from the University of New South Wales and have previously held a lectureship at the University of Exeter UK and Research Fellowship at the University of the Sunshine Coast.

My research group focusses on how animals respond to rapid environmental change (koalas, water dragons, crocodiles, dolphins, etc). In particular, we aim to identify the genetic, physiological and behavioural consequences of anthropogenic pressures on animals (including disease).

I have a significant applied focus and have delivered applied research for state and local governments.

I welcome collaboration and have published with more than 230 researchers from from 47 universities, and 28 organisations (industry, government and NGO) across nine countries.