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Research interests
Mariana Campbell is originally from Brazil, where she completed a Bachelor of Science and a Research Masters. She was awarded an Australian International Research Post-graduate Scholarship (IPRS) in 2009 to undertake a Ph.D. at The University of Queensland, studying the Ecology and Conservation of the Mary River turtle (Elusor macrurus). She now works at Charles Darwin University as a Research Lecturer, managing the research associated with two Commonwealth Funded Grants. In this role, she engages in laboratory and field work around animal movement but also assists with the administration of the North Australia Centre for Autonomous Systems (NACAS). Mariana also lectures two courses in GIS (Geographical Information Systems) for undergraduates and Masters students.
Mariana has worked in animal research and teaching at five universities throughout her career and has over 15 years of experience in animal husbandry. Most of this experience is with reptiles and fish, but she has also worked with amphibians, mammals, and birds. Mariana's primary interest is using animal movement data and other ecological and behavioural variables to aid conservation and management.
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, University of Queensland
16 Feb 2009 → 1 Sept 2012
Award Date: 1 Sept 2012
Master, Universidade Federal de São Carlos
1 Feb 2006 → 2 Jan 2008
Award Date: 1 Feb 2008
Bachelor, Universidade Estadual Paulista Julio de Mesquita Filho
1 Feb 2002 → 1 Dec 2005
Award Date: 1 Dec 2005
External positions
Liaison Officer, University of New England
1 May 2014 → 1 Feb 2016
Assistant Manager, Kathmandu Fortitude Valley
1 Oct 2012 → 1 Oct 2013
Academic Tutor, University of Queensland
16 Feb 2009 → 1 Sept 2012
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 14 Life Below Water -
SDG 15 Life on Land -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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2020 Rainmaker Start-Up - Assessing population demographics and viability of Elusor macrurus & Elseya albagula in the Mary River, Queensland
Campbell, H. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A), Campbell, M. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A) & Crewe, T. (Co Investigator/Chief Investigator B)
13/07/20 → 12/05/21
Project: Research
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AI-Enabled Aerial Survey Systems for North Australia’s Coastal Zones
Campbell, H. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A), Azam, S. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A) & Campbell, M. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A)
10/02/26 → 9/02/29
Project: Research
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Assessing population demographics and viability of Elusor macrurus & Elseya albagula in the Mary River, Queensland
Campbell, H. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A) & Campbell, M. (Co Investigator/Chief Investigator B)
14/09/20 → 1/02/23
Project: Research
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Assessing the impact of flood events on the threatened freshwater turtles in the Mary River, Queensland
Campbell, M. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A) & Campbell, H. (Co Investigator/Chief Investigator B)
1/09/23 → 31/07/26
Project: Research
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Assessing the utility of aerial imaging and remotely piloted aircraft for assessing the abundance and measuring body temperature in enclosed feral pigs in dry season, Northern Territory
Campbell, H. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A), Ramsey, R. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A), Rogers, R. (Associate Investigator) & Campbell, M. (Associate Investigator)
8/03/22 → 30/06/22
Project: Research
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Development of new drone aerial imaging methodology for assessing Carbon Emission Reduction due to the management of feral ungulates
Campbell, H. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A) & Campbell, M. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A)
16/09/25 → 31/10/25
Project: Research
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DP210103369 The ecological impact of large carnivore restoration
Campbell, H. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A), Bunn, S. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A), Kopf, R. K. (Chief Investigator C), Udyawer, V. (Chief Investigator E), Jardine, T. (Associate Investigator), Fukuda, Y. (Associate Investigator), Smith, B. (Associate Investigator), Campbell, M. (Associate Investigator) & Baker, C. (Associate Investigator)
1/10/21 → 31/12/25
Project: Research
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Automated VHF telemetry reveals Gouldian Finches increase ranging behaviour in response to resource scarcity: implications for conservation management
Hayward-Brown, B. K., Collett, S. J., Crewe, T. L., Radford, I. J., Udyawer, V., Campbell, M. A. & Campbell, H. A., 2025, In: Emu. 125, 2, p. 97-107 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Effects of food supplementation from tourism on crocodile bioenergetics and abundance
Baker, C. J., Campbell, M. A. & Campbell, H. A., Jun 2025, In: Journal of Environmental Management. 384, p. 1-8 8 p., 125529.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Genetic relatedness shapes social dynamics in a threatened finch: implications for population assessment
Müller, M. F., Baker, C. J., Banks, S. C., Campbell, M. A., Crewe, T. L., Kaestli, M., Collett, S. J., Radford, I. J. & Campbell, H. A., Jan 2025, In: Animal Behaviour. 219, p. 1-12 12 p., 123035.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Quantifying the ecological role of crocodiles: A 50-year review of metabolic requirements and nutrient contributions in northern Australia
Campbell, M. A., Udyawer, V., White, C., Baker, C. J., Kopf, R. K., Fukuda, Y., Jardine, T. D., Bunn, S. E. & Campbell, H. A., 12 Mar 2025, In: Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences. 292, 2042, p. 1-12 12 p., 20242260.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Emerging Research Topics in Drone Healthcare Delivery
Campbell, H. A., Bosiocic, V., Hvala, A., Brady, M., Campbell, M. A., Skelton, K. & Luiz, O. J., Jun 2024, In: Drones. 8, 6, p. 1-17 17 p., 258.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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The influence of crocodile density on the prevalence of human attacks
Baker, C. J., Campbell, M. A., Udyawer, V., Kopf, R. K. & Campbell, H. A., Oct 2024, In: People and Nature. 6, 5, p. 1922-1932 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Saving the endangered Mary River turtle: Enhancing conservation outcomes through community engagement
Campbell, M. A., Connell, M. J., Clark, N. J., Espinoza, T., Flakus, S. P., Collett, S. J., Cann, J., Franklin, C. E. & Campbell, H. A., Dec 2023, In: Austral Ecology. 48, 8, p. 1492-1505 14 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Press/Media
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Bum deal: Tiny Qld town’s fight to save a turtle that may soon be on its last legs
8/05/24
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Research
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These baby turtles are tracked at faster speeds than they can swim, and researchers think they know why
14/01/24
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Research
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Pigs to the Rescue: An Invasive Species Helped Save Australia's Crocodiles
15/08/22 → 1/09/22
2 items of Media coverage
Press/Media: Research
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'So exciting': Against the odds, these ancient Aussie animals are bouncing back
30/03/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Research
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Bum deal: Why our most fascinating turtle may soon be on its last legs
8/05/24
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Research
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Invasive species of feral pigs help to save Australia's native crocodiles
15/08/22
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Research
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Memorandum of Understanding in Research and Development between Tropical Water Research Alliance Association (TWRA) and Charles Darwin University
Campbell, M. (Participant)
13 Oct 2022Activity: Other activities › Other
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Field testing of Bingo UAVs for research
Campbell, H. (Consultant) & Micheli-Campbell, M. A. (Consultant)
28 Sept 2018 → 1 Aug 2019Activity: Project: Not CDU-affiliated › Consultancy: No income to CDU