Professor Craig Franklin
Professor

Craig Franklin

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Background

My lab investigates the physiological and behavioural responses of fish, frogs and reptiles to changing environmental conditions including assessing and predicting the impact of human-induced environmental change. A major thrust of this research is within the emerging field of Conservation Physiology. We are particularly interested in the capacity and plasticity of physiological systems (e.g. respiratory, cardiovascular, osmoregulatory, digestive and musculo-skeletal) to compensate and maintain performance under changing environmental conditions.

We combine lab-based experimental studies with fieldwork, and take an integrative approach that utilises ecological, behavioural, physiological and genomic methodologies. In the field we utilise remote sensing technology (acoustic and satellite telemetry, archival tags) to investigate the movement patterns and behaviours of animals in relation to environmental conditions.

Current projects include:

  • assessing the effects of increasing temperatures on sharks, frogs, turtles and crocodiles;
  • determining the physiological basis for the impact of increasing UV-B radiation on frogs;
  • diving behaviour and physiology of freshwater turtles and crocodiles;
  • acoustic and satellite tracking of sharks, turtles and crocodiles in Queensland;
  • regulation of physiological function in aestivating frogs

Availability

Professor Craig Franklin is:
Not available for supervision
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Fields of research

Animal physiological ecology Animal structure and function Biological Sciences Climate change impacts and adaptation Ecology Environmental Sciences Vertebrate biology Zoology

Qualifications

  • Bachelor (Honours) of Science (Advanced), University of Canterbury
  • Doctor of Philosophy, University of Canterbury

Search Professor Craig Franklin’s works on UQ eSpace

427 works between 1985 and 2025
All (427) Journal Article (346) Book Chapter (5) Conference Publication (34) Book (6) Other Outputs (34) Edited Outputs (2)

301 - 320 of 427 works

2005

Journal Article

A falsification of the thermal specialization paradigm: compensation for elevated temperatures in Antarctic fishes

Seebacher, Frank, Davison, William, Lowe, Cara J. and Franklin, Craig E. (2005). A falsification of the thermal specialization paradigm: compensation for elevated temperatures in Antarctic fishes. Biology Letters, 1 (2), 151-154. doi: 10.1098/rsbl.2004.0280

A falsification of the thermal specialization paradigm: compensation for elevated temperatures in Antarctic fishes

2005

Journal Article

Diving behaviour of a reptile (Crocodylus johnstoni) in the wild: Interactions with heart rate and body temperature

Seebacher, F., Franklin, C. E. and Read, M. (2005). Diving behaviour of a reptile (Crocodylus johnstoni) in the wild: Interactions with heart rate and body temperature. Physiological and Biochemical Zoology, 78 (1), 1-8. doi: 10.1086/425192

Diving behaviour of a reptile (Crocodylus johnstoni) in the wild: Interactions with heart rate and body temperature

2005

Journal Article

The impact of prolonged fasting during aestivation on the structure of the small intestine in the green-striped burrowing frog, Cyclorana alboguttata

Cramp, R. L., Franklin, C. E. and Meyer, E. A. (2005). The impact of prolonged fasting during aestivation on the structure of the small intestine in the green-striped burrowing frog, Cyclorana alboguttata. Acta Zoologica, 86 (1), 13-24. doi: 10.1111/j.0001-7272.2005.00180.x

The impact of prolonged fasting during aestivation on the structure of the small intestine in the green-striped burrowing frog, Cyclorana alboguttata

2005

Journal Article

Physiological mechanisms of thermoregulation in reptiles: a review

Seebacher, F. and Franklin, C. E. (2005). Physiological mechanisms of thermoregulation in reptiles: a review. Journal of Comparative Physiology B-biochemical Systemic And Environmental Physiology, 175 (8), 533-541. doi: 10.1007/s00360-005-0007-1

Physiological mechanisms of thermoregulation in reptiles: a review

2005

Journal Article

Effect of prolonged inactivity on skeletal motor nerve terminals during aestivation in the burrowing frog, Cyclorana alboguttata

Hudson, N. J., Lavidis, N. A., Choy, P. T. and Franklin, C. E. (2005). Effect of prolonged inactivity on skeletal motor nerve terminals during aestivation in the burrowing frog, Cyclorana alboguttata. Journal of Comparative Physiology A-neuroethology Sensory Neural And Behavioral Physiology, 191 (4), 373-379. doi: 10.1007/s00359-004-0593-5

Effect of prolonged inactivity on skeletal motor nerve terminals during aestivation in the burrowing frog, Cyclorana alboguttata

2005

Journal Article

Predator-mediated phenotypic plasticity in tadpoles of the striped marsh frog, Limnodynastes peronii

Kraft, P. G., Wilson, R. S. and Franklin, C. E. (2005). Predator-mediated phenotypic plasticity in tadpoles of the striped marsh frog, Limnodynastes peronii. Austral Ecology, 30 (5), 558-563. doi: 10.1111/j.1442-9993.2005.01469.x

Predator-mediated phenotypic plasticity in tadpoles of the striped marsh frog, Limnodynastes peronii

2005

Journal Article

Freshwater to seawater acclimation of juvenile bull sharks ( Carcharhinus leucas): plasma osmolytes and Na +/K +-ATPase activity in gill, rectal gland, kidney and intestine

Pillans, R. D., Good, J. P., Anderson, W. G., Hazon, N. and Franklin, C. E. (2005). Freshwater to seawater acclimation of juvenile bull sharks ( Carcharhinus leucas): plasma osmolytes and Na +/K +-ATPase activity in gill, rectal gland, kidney and intestine. Journal of Comparative Physiology B. Biochemical, Systematic and Environmental Physiology, 175 (1), 37-44. doi: 10.1007/s00360-004-0460-2

Freshwater to seawater acclimation of juvenile bull sharks ( Carcharhinus leucas): plasma osmolytes and Na +/K +-ATPase activity in gill, rectal gland, kidney and intestine

2005

Journal Article

Cholinergic and adrenergic innervation of lingual salt glands of the estuarine crocodile, Crocodylus porosus

Franklin, Craig E., Taylor, Greg and Cramp, Rebecca L. (2005). Cholinergic and adrenergic innervation of lingual salt glands of the estuarine crocodile, Crocodylus porosus. Australian Journal of Zoology, 53 (6), 345-351. doi: 10.1071/ZO05001

Cholinergic and adrenergic innervation of lingual salt glands of the estuarine crocodile, Crocodylus porosus

2005

Journal Article

Arousal and re-feeding rapidly restores digestive tract morphology following aestivation in green-striped burrowing frogs

Cramp, R. L. and Franklin, C. E. (2005). Arousal and re-feeding rapidly restores digestive tract morphology following aestivation in green-striped burrowing frogs. Comparative Biochemistry And Physiology A-molecular & Integrative Physiology, 142 (4), 451-460. doi: 10.1016/j.cbpa.2005.09.013

Arousal and re-feeding rapidly restores digestive tract morphology following aestivation in green-striped burrowing frogs

2004

Journal Article

Cardiovascular mechanisms during thermoregulation in reptiles

Seebacher, F. and Franklin, C. E. (2004). Cardiovascular mechanisms during thermoregulation in reptiles. International Congress Series, 1275, 242-249. doi: 10.1016/j.ics.2004.08.050

Cardiovascular mechanisms during thermoregulation in reptiles

2004

Journal Article

Food choice in Siganus fuscescens: influence of macrophyte nutrient content and availability

Pillans, R. D., Franklin, C. E. and Tibbetts, I. R. (2004). Food choice in Siganus fuscescens: influence of macrophyte nutrient content and availability. Journal of Fish Biology, 64 (2), 297-309. doi: 10.1046/j.1095-8649.2003.00261.x

Food choice in Siganus fuscescens: influence of macrophyte nutrient content and availability

2004

Journal Article

Effect of water depth and water velocity upon the surfacing frequency of the bimodally respiring freshwater turtle, Rheodytes leukops

Gordos, M. A., Franklin, C. E. and Limpus, C. (2004). Effect of water depth and water velocity upon the surfacing frequency of the bimodally respiring freshwater turtle, Rheodytes leukops. The Journal of Experimental Biology, 207 (17), 3099-3107. doi: 10.1242/jeb.01108

Effect of water depth and water velocity upon the surfacing frequency of the bimodally respiring freshwater turtle, Rheodytes leukops

2004

Book Chapter

Antarctic Fish: Survival and Performance at -1.86 C

Franklin, C. E., Axelsson, M., Sundin, L. and Davison, W. (2004). Antarctic Fish: Survival and Performance at -1.86 C. Antarctic Challenges: Historical and current perspectives on Otto NordenskjId's Antarctic expedition 1901-1903. (pp. 233-244) edited by A. Elizinga, T. Nordin, D. Turner and V. Wrakberg. Goteborg, Sweden: Royal Society of Arts and Sciences in Goteborg.

Antarctic Fish: Survival and Performance at -1.86 C

2004

Journal Article

Effect of aestivation on long bone mechanical properties in the green-striped burrowing frog, Cyclorana alboguttata

Hudson, N. J., Bennett, M. B. and Franklin, C. E. (2004). Effect of aestivation on long bone mechanical properties in the green-striped burrowing frog, Cyclorana alboguttata. Journal of Experimental Biology, 207 (3), 475-482. doi: 10.1242/jeb.00787

Effect of aestivation on long bone mechanical properties in the green-striped burrowing frog, Cyclorana alboguttata

2004

Journal Article

Plasma osmolyte concentrations and rectal gland mass of bull sharks Carcharhinus leucas, captured along a salinity gradient

Pillans, R. D. and Franklin, C. E. (2004). Plasma osmolyte concentrations and rectal gland mass of bull sharks Carcharhinus leucas, captured along a salinity gradient. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology - Part A: Molecular & Integrative Physiology, 138 (3), 363-371. doi: 10.1016/j.cbpb.2004.05.006

Plasma osmolyte concentrations and rectal gland mass of bull sharks Carcharhinus leucas, captured along a salinity gradient

2004

Journal Article

Integration of autonomic and local mechanisms in regulating cardiovascular responses to heating and cooling in a reptile (Crocodylus porosus)

Seebacher, F. and Franklin, C. E. (2004). Integration of autonomic and local mechanisms in regulating cardiovascular responses to heating and cooling in a reptile (Crocodylus porosus). Journal of Comparative Physiology B-biochemical Systemic And Environmental Physiology, 174 (7), 577-585. doi: 10.1007/s00360-004-0446-0

Integration of autonomic and local mechanisms in regulating cardiovascular responses to heating and cooling in a reptile (Crocodylus porosus)

2004

Journal Article

Blood-respiratory and acid-base changes during extended diving in the bimodally respiring freshwater turtle Rheodytes leukops

Gordos, M. A., Franklin, C. E., Limpus, C. J. and Wilson, G. (2004). Blood-respiratory and acid-base changes during extended diving in the bimodally respiring freshwater turtle Rheodytes leukops. Journal of Comparative Physiology B-biochemical Systemic And Environmental Physiology, 174 (4), 347-354. doi: 10.1007/s00360-004-0420-x

Blood-respiratory and acid-base changes during extended diving in the bimodally respiring freshwater turtle Rheodytes leukops

2004

Journal Article

Physiological thermoregulation in a crustacean? Heart rate hysteresis in the freshwater crayfish Cherax destructor

Goudkamp, J. E., Seebacher, F., Ahern, M. and Franklin, C. E. (2004). Physiological thermoregulation in a crustacean? Heart rate hysteresis in the freshwater crayfish Cherax destructor. Comparative Biochemistry And Physiology A-molecular & Integrative Physiology, 138 (3), 399-403. doi: 10.1016/j.cbpb.2004.06.002

Physiological thermoregulation in a crustacean? Heart rate hysteresis in the freshwater crayfish Cherax destructor

2004

Conference Publication

Modulation of transmitter release from neuromuscular terminals of green striped burrowing frog, Cyclorana alboguttata

Choy, P. T., Lan, M., Hudson, N. J., Franklin, C. and Lavidis, N. A. (2004). Modulation of transmitter release from neuromuscular terminals of green striped burrowing frog, Cyclorana alboguttata. Society for Neuroscience 34th Annual Meeting, San Diego, United States, 23–27 October 2004. San Diego, United States:

Modulation of transmitter release from neuromuscular terminals of green striped burrowing frog, Cyclorana alboguttata

2003

Journal Article

Urea based osmoregulation and endocrine control in elasmobranch fish with special reference to euryhalinity

Hazon, N., Wells, A., Pillans, R. D., Good, J.n P., Anderson, W. G. and Franklin, C. E. (2003). Urea based osmoregulation and endocrine control in elasmobranch fish with special reference to euryhalinity. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology Part B, 136 (4), 685-700. doi: 10.1016/S1096-4959(03)00280-X

Urea based osmoregulation and endocrine control in elasmobranch fish with special reference to euryhalinity

Current funding

  • 2024 - 2027
    Between a hot place & hypoxia: Quantifying fish-kill risk in inland rivers (ARC Linkage Project administered by The University of Western Australia)
    University of Western Australia
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2031
    Crocodile behaviour and ecology research
    Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors Worldwide Ltd
    Open grant

Past funding

  • 2022
    Fish response to chronic hypoxia
    Queensland Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water
    Open grant
  • 2020 - 2021
    Between and Hot Place and Hypoxia: Modelling to support climate adaptation of Queensland's inland river waterholes (Qld Department of Environment and Science grant administered by UWA)
    University of Western Australia
    Open grant
  • 2020 - 2024
    Future-proofing the salmon farming industry through feeds for thermal tolerance (CRC-P administered by Ridley Agriproducts)
    Ridley AgriProducts Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2019 - 2024
    Environmental and physiological drivers of immune function in frogs
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2018
    Advanced imaging with wide spectrum molecular, quantitative and morphological applications in biological research
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2018 - 2019
    Continuous flow isotope ratio mass spectrometer (CF-IRMS) and ancillary preparation systems for carbon, nitrogen and sulfur isotope microanalysis for archaeology, biology, earth and environmental scie
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2017 - 2019
    Maximising Conservation outcomes for Shark and Ray MPAs
    James Cook University
    Open grant
  • 2017 - 2022
    Movement ecology of elasmobranches
    Rio Tinto Aluminium Limited
    Open grant
  • 2017
    Towards a high-throughput metabolic phenotyping capability for production animals and plants
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2016 - 2022
    Can dietary supplements increase the thermal tolerance of fish?
    Ridley AgriProducts Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2015 - 2016
    Optimising fishways and environmental water release strategies
    Queensland Bulk Water Supply Authority trading as Seqwater
    Open grant
  • 2015 - 2019
    Designing effective fish-friendly waterway culverts: integration of hydrodynamics and swimming performance
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2015 - 2016
    Coping with Climate Change: can diet be used to change the thermal phenotype and improve the immunocompetency of aquaculture species?
    Ridley AgriProducts Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2015 - 2017
    Extreme acid tolerance: Overcoming the challenges of life at low pH
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2021
    NESP Threatened Species Recovery Hub
    National Environmental Science Program
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2018
    Investigating movement, distribution, abundance and diet to support management objectives for threatened riverine predators in Northern Australia
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2015
    Optimising fishway operations and water storage management regimes - migratory responses to flow
    Queensland Bulk Water Supply Authority trading as Seqwater
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2016
    How does the interaction between environmental drivers determine the impact of global change on animals?
    University of Sydney
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2014
    Optimising hydrology and asset management regimes in the Logan and Mary river systems (SEQWater 2013-14 Work Plan Project)
    Queensland Bulk Water Supply Authority trading as Seqwater
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2014
    Lungfish Management Plan Research (as part of the amended 2012-2013 Seqwater Work Plan)
    Queensland Bulk Water Supply Authority trading as Seqwater
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2014
    Scientific review of the DEHP's estuarine crocodile abundance and distribution data and methodology
    UniQuest Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2013
    Integrating acoustic telemetry and predictive modelling to define critical habitats for threatened species in the Mary River, Queensland
    UQ FirstLink Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2013
    OzTrack - eResearch Tools for the storage, analysis and visualisation of animal tracking data
    University of Melbourne
    Open grant
  • 2011 - 2013
    Swimming Performance of Fish: Applications to Fish Passage Requirements at Man-made Barriers
    UQ Collaboration and Industry Engagement Fund
    Open grant
  • 2011 - 2013
    Living in a changing climate: The impacts of temperature during aestivation on burrowing frogs
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2010 - 2012
    Movement Patterns and behavioural strategies of Estuarine Crocodiles: A long-term remote monitoring study using an underwater acoustic array
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2009 - 2012
    Predicting the Impact of Damming on the Endangered Mary River Turtle
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2006 - 2009
    Improving the growth rate and flesh quality of cultured Barramundi: Investigating the effects of temperature, diet, and population
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2006 - 2009
    Tracking crocodiles in 3-dimensions: A remote monitoring study of movement patterns and diving behaviour
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2006 - 2011
    The inhibition of muscle disuse atrophy in burrowing frogs
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2005
    The Effect of Development Temperature on Growth and Condition of Barramundi
    UQ FirstLink Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2005 - 2007
    Physiological Thermoregulation and Cardiovascular Function in Reptiles
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2004
    Inhibition Of Muscle Disuse Atrophy In Burrowing Frogs: Role Of Neurotransmission, Endogenous Opiates And Antioxidants
    University of Queensland Research Development Grants Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2003 - 2004
    Diving behaviour and performance of Elseya sp. from the Burnett River, Queensland
    Queensland Environmental Protection Agency
    Open grant
  • 2003 - 2005
    Regulation of salt gland activity in the estuarine crocodile: phenotypic plasticity and control mechanisms.
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2002 - 2004
    Investigation of the osmoregulatory plasticity in the euryhaline bullshark, Carcharhinus Leucas
    Univerity of St Andrews
    Open grant
  • 2002
    Validation of the use of multiple frequency electrical impedence to assess body condition in wildlife
    University of Queensland Research Development Grants Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2000
    The importance of soil type and cocoon formation in aestivating desert frogs.
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1999 - 2001
    Diving Capabilities and Physiology of Cloacal Breathing Turtles: Conservation Implications of Habitat Disturbance
    ARC Australian Research Council (Large grants)
    Open grant
  • 1998
    A filed telemetric study of the diving behaviours and capabilities of the Fitzroy River Turtle
    UQ Foundation
    Open grant
  • 1998
    Cardiovascular dynamics and control during exercise in the saltwater crocodile
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1998 - 2000
    Locomotor performance and muscle characteristics of aestivating frogs
    ARC Australian Research Council (Large grants)
    Open grant
  • 1998
    Phenotypic plasticity of plastic responses: the effect of predators on thermal acclimation of locomotor performance in the striped marsh frog
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1997 - 1999
    Experimental Conservation Genetics of Rainbowfish
    ARC Australian Research Council (Large grants)
    Open grant
  • 1996
    Cardiovascular physiology of crocodiles
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1996 - 1997
    Circulatory Physiology of Antartic Fish
    Quality Funds Round 3
    Open grant
  • 1996
    Morphology and ultrastructure of crocodilian osmoregulatory tissues
    University of Queensland New Staff Research Grant
    Open grant

Availability

Professor Craig Franklin is:
Not available for supervision

Supervision history

Current supervision

Completed supervision

Enquiries

Contact Professor Craig Franklin directly for media enquiries about:

  • Amphibians
  • Antarctica - ecology
  • Climate change
  • Conservation biology
  • Crocodiles
  • Diving
  • Environment and wildlife
  • Evolution - fish and reptiles
  • Fish
  • Frogs
  • Reptiles
  • Sharks
  • Turtles
  • UV radiation

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