Overview
Background
My research applies population genetics, evolutionary and ecological theory, and genomics to understand agricultural pests, weeds and pollination, all three are billion dollar problems facing Australian Agriculture. I am always keen to explore new approaches and cutting-edge technologies. This is important because some of the most innovative and transformative advances in genomics are coming from human genomics, and I draw upon these advances and apply them to insect and weed pests. As a result, my research combines cutting-edge genomic tools and ecological experimentation to investigate agricultural pests in an evolutionary context, with the goal of protecting agricultural crops and ensuring global food security.
Availability
- Dr James Hereward is:
- Available for supervision
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science, The University of Manchester
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland
Research impacts
In addition to peer reviewed outputs, I communicate my research to stakeholders through industry communication channels and my work feeds into management plans for agricultural industries to reduce the impact of pests and weeds. I have also published a number of articles in the conversation on the ethical issues of various aspects of DNA technology.
Recently gave a media comment to Nature News about changes to the OGTR regulations on genome editing technology exempting CRISPR from GMO regulation provided no new genetic material is added. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-019-01282-8
Works
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2023
Journal Article
Confirming the identity of the Hypogeococcus species (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) associated with Harrisia martinii (Labour.) Britton (Cactaceae) in Australia: Implications for biological control
Ezeh, Angela E., Hereward, James P., Day, Michael D., Taylor, Tamara and Furlong, Michael J. (2023). Confirming the identity of the Hypogeococcus species (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) associated with Harrisia martinii (Labour.) Britton (Cactaceae) in Australia: Implications for biological control. Austral Entomology, 62 (2), 235-245. doi: 10.1111/aen.12641
2023
Other Outputs
Submission to the Australian Government: Attorney-General’s Department review of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) - genetic and genomic data
Curtis, Caitlin, Hereward, James and Newton, Giselle (2023). Submission to the Australian Government: Attorney-General’s Department review of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) - genetic and genomic data. Brisbane, QLD, Australia: The University of Queensland and the Australian Government: Attorney-General’s Department.
2023
Journal Article
Taxonomic delineation of the Old World species Stomphastis thraustica (Lepidoptera: Gracillariidae) feeding on Jatropha gossypiifolia (Euphorbiaceae) that was collected in the New World and imported as a biocontrol agent to Australia
De Prins, Jurate, Taylor, Dianne B. J., Gonzalez, Giovanny Fagua, Dobson, Jeremy, Hereward, James P., Shi, Boyang, Rahman, Md. Mahbubur and Dhileepan, Kunjithapatham (2023). Taxonomic delineation of the Old World species Stomphastis thraustica (Lepidoptera: Gracillariidae) feeding on Jatropha gossypiifolia (Euphorbiaceae) that was collected in the New World and imported as a biocontrol agent to Australia. Neotropical Entomology, 52 (3), 380-406. doi: 10.1007/s13744-022-00994-3
2022
Other Outputs
Entomopathogenic Fungi Genomics data
Hereward, James, Rizal, Leela Maya, Brookes, Dean and McTaggart, Alistair (2022). Entomopathogenic Fungi Genomics data. The University of Queensland. (Dataset) doi: 10.48610/a40deda
2022
Journal Article
Inter-colony fights in Tetragonula stingless bees result in temporary mixed-species worker cohorts
Lau, Ieng Hou, Hereward, James P., Smith, Tobias J., Heard, Tim A. and Walter, Gimme H. (2022). Inter-colony fights in Tetragonula stingless bees result in temporary mixed-species worker cohorts. Apidologie, 53 (4) 37, 1-13. doi: 10.1007/s13592-022-00936-3
2022
Journal Article
Comparisons of chemosensory gene repertoires in human and non-human feeding Anopheles mosquitoes link olfactory genes to anthropophily
Ambrose, Luke, Popovic, Iva, Hereward, James, Ortiz-Barrientos, Daniel and Beebe, Nigel W. (2022). Comparisons of chemosensory gene repertoires in human and non-human feeding Anopheles mosquitoes link olfactory genes to anthropophily. iScience, 25 (7) 104521, 104521. doi: 10.1016/j.isci.2022.104521
2022
Journal Article
A high-quality de novo genome assembly based on nanopore sequencing of a wild-caught coconut rhinoceros beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros)
Filipović, Igor, Rašić, Gordana, Hereward, James, Gharuka, Maria, Devine, Gregor J., Furlong, Michael J. and Etebari, Kayvan (2022). A high-quality de novo genome assembly based on nanopore sequencing of a wild-caught coconut rhinoceros beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros). BMC Genomics, 23 (1) 426, 1-15. doi: 10.1186/s12864-022-08628-z
2022
Journal Article
Corrigendum to ‘‘Examination of population genetics of the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros) and the incidence of its biocontrol agent (Oryctes rhinoceros nudivirus) in the South Pacific Islands Current'' [Research in Insect Science 1 (2021) 100015](S2666515821000081)(10.1016/j.cris.2021.100015)
Etebari, Kayvan, Hereward, James, Sailo, Apenisa, Ahoafi, Emeline M., Tautua, Robert, Tsatsia, Helen, Jackson, Grahame V. and Furlong, Michael J. (2022). Corrigendum to ‘‘Examination of population genetics of the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros) and the incidence of its biocontrol agent (Oryctes rhinoceros nudivirus) in the South Pacific Islands Current'' [Research in Insect Science 1 (2021) 100015](S2666515821000081)(10.1016/j.cris.2021.100015). Current Research in Insect Science, 2 100035, 100035. doi: 10.1016/j.cris.2022.100035
2021
Other Outputs
New technology lets police link DNA to appearance and ancestry – and it’s coming to Australia
Curtis, Caitlin and Hereward, James (2021, 12 13). New technology lets police link DNA to appearance and ancestry – and it’s coming to Australia The Conversation
2021
Journal Article
Trichogramma species in Samoa and their potential as biological control agents against the large cabbage moth, Crocidolomia pavonana
Foster, Brodie J., Hereward, James P., Uelese, Aleni, Walter, Gimme H. and Furlong, Michael J. (2021). Trichogramma species in Samoa and their potential as biological control agents against the large cabbage moth, Crocidolomia pavonana. Biological Control, 164 104781, 104781. doi: 10.1016/j.biocontrol.2021.104781
2021
Other Outputs
A high-quality de novo genome assembly based on nanopore sequencing of a wild-caught coconut rhinoceros beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros)
Filipović, Igor, Rašić, Gordana, Hereward, James, Gharuka, Maria, Devine, Gregor J., Furlong, Michael J. and Etebari, Kayvan (2021). A high-quality de novo genome assembly based on nanopore sequencing of a wild-caught coconut rhinoceros beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros). doi: 10.1101/2021.09.12.459717
2021
Journal Article
Assessment of relative host plant quality for three cryptic species of the Bemisia tabaci species complex in Australia
Wongnikong, Wanaporn, Hereward, James P., van Brunschot, Sharon L., Cappadonna, Justin K. and Walter, Gimme H. (2021). Assessment of relative host plant quality for three cryptic species of the Bemisia tabaci species complex in Australia. Arthropod-Plant Interactions, 15 (6), 845-859. doi: 10.1007/s11829-021-09863-z
2021
Journal Article
Effectiveness of glufosinate, dicamba, and clethodim on glyphosate-resistant and susceptible populations of five key weeds in Australian cotton systems
Werth, Jeff, Thormby, David, Keenan, Michelle, Hereward, James and Chauhan, Bhagirath Singh (2021). Effectiveness of glufosinate, dicamba, and clethodim on glyphosate-resistant and susceptible populations of five key weeds in Australian cotton systems. Weed Technology, 35 (6), 1-7. doi: 10.1017/wet.2021.59
2021
Journal Article
Multiple invasions of Bemisia argentifolii into Australia and its current genetic connectivity across space
Wongnikong, Wanaporn, Hereward, James P., van Brunschot, Sharon L. and Walter, Gimme H. (2021). Multiple invasions of Bemisia argentifolii into Australia and its current genetic connectivity across space. Journal of Pest Science, 94 (4), 1331-1343. doi: 10.1007/s10340-021-01343-w
2021
Journal Article
The complete mitochondrial genome sequence of Oryctes rhinoceros (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae) based on long-read nanopore sequencing
Filipovic, Igor, Hereward, James P., Rasic, Gordana, Devine, Gregor J., Furlong, Michael J. and Etebari, Kayvan (2021). The complete mitochondrial genome sequence of Oryctes rhinoceros (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae) based on long-read nanopore sequencing. PeerJ, 9 e10552, e10552. doi: 10.7717/peerj.10552
2020
Other Outputs
Genetic structure of the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros) population and the incidence of its biocontrol agent (Oryctes rhinoceros nudivirus) in the South Pacific Islands
Etebari, Kayvan, Hereward, James, Sailo, Apenisa, Ahoafi, Emeline M., Tautua, Robert, Tsatsia, Helen, Jackson, Grahame V and Furlong, Michael J. (2020). Genetic structure of the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros) population and the incidence of its biocontrol agent (Oryctes rhinoceros nudivirus) in the South Pacific Islands. doi: 10.1101/2020.07.30.229872
2020
Journal Article
Multiple invasions of a generalist herbivore—Secondary contact between two divergent lineages of Nezara viridula Linnaeus in Australia
Brookes, Dean Robert, Hereward, James P., Wilson, Lewis J. and Walter, Gimme Hugh (2020). Multiple invasions of a generalist herbivore—Secondary contact between two divergent lineages of Nezara viridula Linnaeus in Australia. Evolutionary Applications, 13 (8) eva.12971, 2113-2129. doi: 10.1111/eva.12971
2020
Journal Article
Diel activity patterns and arrestment behaviour in host associations of green mirids (Creontiades dilutus)
Cappadonna, J. K., Hereward, J. P. and Walter, G. H. (2020). Diel activity patterns and arrestment behaviour in host associations of green mirids (Creontiades dilutus). Bulletin of Entomological Research, 111 (2) PII S0007485320000322, 1-9. doi: 10.1017/s0007485320000322
2020
Other Outputs
The complete mitochondrial genome sequence of Oryctes rhinoceros (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae) based on long-read nanopore sequencing
Filipović, Igor, Hereward, James P., Rašić, Gordana, Devine, Gregor J., Furlong, Michael J. and Etebari, Kayvan (2020). The complete mitochondrial genome sequence of Oryctes rhinoceros (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae) based on long-read nanopore sequencing. doi: 10.1101/2020.04.27.065235
2020
Other Outputs
Human rights and technology project, submission #73 to the Australian Human Rights Commission
Curtis, Caitlin, Radke, Amelia and Hereward, James (2020). Human rights and technology project, submission #73 to the Australian Human Rights Commission. Human Rights and Technology Project: Australian Human Rights Commission.
Funding
Current funding
Supervision
Availability
- Dr James Hereward is:
- Available for supervision
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Available projects
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Stingless bees and pollination
Projects are available to use high-throughput DNA sequencing methods to investiagate pollination of native stingless bees
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Phorid flies (stingless bee pest)
Phorid flies are a devastating pest of Australian native stingless bees, but very little is known about their basic biology and what attracts them to a hive. Short or long projects can be designed using a combination of ecology / genetics / and behavioral/bioassay studies. Collaboration with Dr Tobias Smith at the UQ Stingless Bee Lab
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Native Stingless bees for tropical fruit pollination.
Phd project available to investigate stingless bees (Tetragonula spp.) as effective pollinators of tropical fruits in northern Australia. Opportunities to apply for industry scholarship top-up and operating expenses. This project will involve a combination of behavioural and molecular ecology and plant phenology to determine the effectiveness of managed native pollinators and will develop a pollination strategy for industry. Will involve fieldwork in the Northern Territory. Collaboration with Mary Finlay-Doney (Northern Territory DITT).
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Using genetics to understand Rutherglen bug movement
Phd project available integrating population genetics, ecological genetics (DNA diet analyses), and mathematical models to understand the movement and host plant relationships of Rutherglen bug. We are interested in these things specifically in relation to pest dynamics, forecasting, and precision digital IPM. Opportunities to apply for industry funding and work alongside a GRDC supported team, includes opportunities for mentoring from myself and Dr Hazel Parry (CSIRO), Dr Dean Brookes (UQ), Dr Zorica Duric (NSW DPI), and Dr Matt Hill (Data61, CSIRO).
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Biology and ecology of Citrus Blossom Bugs in Avocados
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Myron Zalucki, Professor Michael Furlong
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Doctor Philosophy
Biology and ecology of Citrus Blossom Bugs in Avocados
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Myron Zalucki, Professor Michael Furlong
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Doctor Philosophy
Biology and ecology of Citrus Blossom Bugs in Avocados
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Myron Zalucki, Professor Michael Furlong
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Doctor Philosophy
Chemical ecology and conservation biological control of fruitfully by the parasitoid, Fopius arisanus (Hymenoptera: Braconidae)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Michael Furlong
Completed supervision
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Herbivore-plant interactions: implications for the biological control of Harrisia martinii (Cactaceae) by Hypogeococcus species (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) in Australia
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Myron Zalucki, Professor Michael Furlong
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Hidden diversity, virulence and thermal requirements of subtropical entomopathogenic fungi
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Michael Furlong
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Biology of Amaranthus retroflexus and Amaranthus viridis
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bhagirath Chauhan
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Invasion History and Evolution of the Asian Tiger Mosquito Aedes albopictus (Skuse, 1894) and the Yellow Fever Mosquito Aedes aegypti (Linnaeus, 1762) in the Indo-Pacific
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Caitlin Curtis, Professor Nigel Beebe
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Feeding ecology of green mirids: polyphagy and spatio-temporal dynamics across arid and agricultural environments
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Michael Furlong
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Species limits, gene flow and host relationships of Bemisia tabaci (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) whitefly populations in Australia
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Michael Furlong
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
The interaction between diet breadth, geography and gene flow in herbivorous insects
Associate Advisor
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