Dr Emma Burns

Since completing her doctoral research at UNSW in conservation genetics and phylogeography, Emma has worked in various roles in environmental consulting, research, government (both State and Commonwealth), and industry. She is currently a Data and AI Specialist, Environment and Sustainability, with Microsoft Australia and New Zealand. Emma is passionate about solving problems using science and technology for public good outcomes and has published extensively on diverse topics in ecology, natural resource management and science-policy. She serves on the Editorial Board for Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, Agroecology and Ecosystem Services and is a proud mother of three wonderful children.