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ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Freshwater Ecology Professors and Supervisors in Australia
Professors in freshwater ecology in australia
784 professors found
Professor
Griffith University
Australia
Research Interests
Ecology
Hydrology
Freshwater Ecology
Fish Ecology
Fluvial Geomorphology
Charles Sturt University
Australia
Research Interests
Hydrology
Marine Biology
Fish Ecology
Freshwater Ecology
River Engineering
Murdoch University
Australia
Research Interests
Marine Biology
Oceanography
Fish Ecology
Coastal Ecology
Freshwater Ecology
Associate Professor
Murdoch University
Australia
Research Interests
Ecology
Conservation Biology
Freshwater Ecology
Functional Ecology
Ecohydrology
University of Western Australia
Australia
Research Interests
Ecology
Hydrology
Freshwater Ecology
Fish Ecology
Water Resource Management
University of Canberra
Australia
Research Interests
Ecology
Marine Biology
Freshwater Ecology
Ecophysiology
Insecticide Toxicology
University of Western Australia
Australia
Research Interests
Ecology
Hydrology
Freshwater Ecology
Estuarine Science
Watershed Management
Lecturer
University of Tasmania
Australia
Research Interests
Ecology
Marine Biology
Freshwater Ecology
Fish Ecology
Molecular Ecology
Emeritus Professor
James Cook University
Australia
Research Interests
Ecology
Marine Biology
Freshwater Ecology
Eutrophication
Ecohydrology
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Living costs in Australia
Estimated costs in Australia.
MonthlyYearly | Australia |
|---|---|
 University Tuition Average PhD tuition per year | A$34.1k $22,000/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | A$1.9k $1,200/yr |
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | A$1.1k $700/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | A$4.5k $2,880/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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Professor
University of Barcelona
Spain
Research Interests
Environmental Chemistry
Hydrogeology
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Geochemistry
Nutrient Removal
Adjunct Assistant Professor
University of Kansas
United States
Research Interests
Agronomy
Crop Science
Agriculture
Soil Ecology
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Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC)
Spain
Research Interests
Hydrology
Meteorology
Ecohydrology
Climate Dynamics
Hydrometeorology
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Should I email professors before submitting my PhD application?
Yes. A well-targeted email can significantly improve your chances in many research-based programs.
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A brief introduction, research interests aligned with the professor’s work, CV, and (if available) publication links.
How long should I wait before following up with a professor?
Typically 7–14 days. One polite follow-up is considered acceptable.
Is it better to send the same email to many professors?
No. Personalized emails that clearly match the professor’s research receive far better response rates.
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