Overview
Background
Coen is an interdisciplinary biologist researching and teaching in anticolonial scientific praxis. Coen has scientific expertise in ecological and evolutionary biology, molecular biology and animal physiology and has published academic works across disciplines. Coen has broad interests in centering Indigenous priorities and Indigenous rights in scientific research, emphasising respectful engagement with Indigenous communities. Coen's work bridges cultural and scientific gaps, fostering a deeper understanding of Indigenous ways of coming into knowledge as a valid scientific endeavour. Coen is willing to take on students across a broad range of topics especially those interested in contributing to anticolonial research.
Coen is a trawlwoolway pakana related to northeast lutruwita (Hearps, Briggs family) and accountable to the Tasmanian Aboriginal community. Coen grew up as a visitor to many lands in so-called Australia and currently is associated with Yuggera and Turrbal lands around Magandjin.
Availability
- Dr Coen Hird is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science, The University of Queensland
- Bachelor (Honours) of Science (Advanced), The University of Queensland
- Doctor of Philosophy of Animal Physiological Ecology, The University of Queensland
Research interests
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Global Indigenous custodianship of migratory kin
How can relational and kin-based conservation approaches be integrated into conservation of migratory species? What pathways can Indigenous communities use to influence policy on migratory species conservation without relying on nation-state frameworks?
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Indigenous Data Sovereignty and access in environmental research
How can researchers ethically access and utilise Indigenous data? What are the implications of data ownership and control for Indigenous communities? How can data sharing agreements be developed that respect Indigenous knowledge and cultural protocols?
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Amphibian bioacoustic monitoring of endandered amphibians
What are the potential challenges and benefits of using automated acoustic detection methods in long-term amphibian conservation projects? How can integrating Indigenous ecological knowledge enhance the effectiveness of bioacoustic monitoring for endangered species like Fleay's barred frog at Guanaba Indigenous Protected Area?
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Native bee ecology in a changing climate
How do changes in climate and weather affect native bee activity and phenology? How do microclimatic conditions within the hive influence bee behaviour? Can bee foraging behaviour be used as a bioindicator of ecosystem health?
Works
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2021
Other Outputs
Aquatic UV and temperature low power field data logger (version 1)
Hird, Coen, Cramp, Rebecca and Franklin, Craig (2021). Aquatic UV and temperature low power field data logger (version 1). The University of Queensland. (Dataset) doi: 10.14264/5ed5d99
Supervision
Availability
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- Available for supervision
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