Associate Professor Angela Dean
Associate Professor

Angela Dean

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Background

Dr Angela Dean is a conservation social scientist with more than 20 years’ experience leading research and engagement programs with diverse communities, from urban residents to rural farming communities. Her research draws on behavioural science to explore patterns and drivers of environmental stewardship, how people experience and perceive environmental change, and the effectiveness of different engagement & communication approaches in encouraging uptake of conservation actions. Angela works closely with a range of government and NGO partners, coordinating social monitoring of engagement in reef and waterway stewardship.

Availability

Associate Professor Angela Dean is:
Available for supervision

Fields of research

Agricultural, Veterinary and Food Sciences Agriculture, land and farm management Climate change impacts and adaptation Conservation and biodiversity Environmental Sciences Environmental assessment and monitoring Environmental education and extension Environmental management Human Society Human impacts of climate change and human adaptation Natural resource management Psychology Sustainable agricultural development Wildlife and habitat management

Qualifications

  • Member, British Ecological Society, British Ecological Society
  • Member, Society for Conservation Biology, Society for Conservation Biology

Search Professor Angela Dean’s works on UQ eSpace

173 works between 1998 and 2025
All (173) Journal Article (148) Book Chapter (4) Conference Publication (7) Other Outputs (14)

21 - 40 of 173 works

2025

Journal Article

Using nature-based citizen science initiatives to enhance nature connection and mental health

Oh, Rachel R. Y., Suarez-Castro, Andres F., Fuller, Richard A., Tervo, Michael, Rozario, Kevin, Peters, Birte, Chowdhury, Shawan, von Gönner, Julia, Friedrichs-Manthey, Martin, Berger, Ambros, Schultz, Tracy, Dean, Angela J., Tulloch, Ayesha and Bonn, Aletta (2025). Using nature-based citizen science initiatives to enhance nature connection and mental health. Frontiers in Environmental Science, 13 1461601. doi: 10.3389/fenvs.2025.1461601

Using nature-based citizen science initiatives to enhance nature connection and mental health

2025

Journal Article

How Community Members Engage With Wildlife—A Psychological Typology With Implications for Policy Making

Romero‐de‐Diego, Cristina, Mills, Morena, Witt, Bradd and Dean, Angela (2025). How Community Members Engage With Wildlife—A Psychological Typology With Implications for Policy Making. Wildlife Letters, 2 (4), 179-191. doi: 10.1002/wll2.70000

How Community Members Engage With Wildlife—A Psychological Typology With Implications for Policy Making

2025

Journal Article

Understory vegetation can promote bird sounds and reduce traffic noise in urban park soundscapes

Uebel, Konrad, Bonn, Aletta, Marselle, Melissa, Dean, Angela J. and Rhodes, Jonathan R. (2025). Understory vegetation can promote bird sounds and reduce traffic noise in urban park soundscapes. Urban Ecosystems, 28 (2) 71, 2. doi: 10.1007/s11252-025-01673-y

Understory vegetation can promote bird sounds and reduce traffic noise in urban park soundscapes

2025

Journal Article

Understanding and monitoring Reef stewardship: a conceptual framework and approach for the Great Barrier Reef

Hobman, Elizabeth V., Dyer, Michelle, Stone-Jovicich, Samantha, Newlands, Maxine, Schultz, Tracy, Maclean, Kirsten, Benham, Claudia, Jones, Natalie and Dean, Angela J. (2025). Understanding and monitoring Reef stewardship: a conceptual framework and approach for the Great Barrier Reef. Australasian Journal of Environmental Management, 32 (1), 65-85. doi: 10.1080/14486563.2024.2439839

Understanding and monitoring Reef stewardship: a conceptual framework and approach for the Great Barrier Reef

2024

Journal Article

Eliciting diverse perspectives to prioritize community actions for biodiversity conservation

Dean, Angela J., Fielding, Kelly S., Smith, Liam D. G., Church, Emma K. and Wilson, Kerrie A. (2024). Eliciting diverse perspectives to prioritize community actions for biodiversity conservation. Conservation Biology, 39 (2) e14372, 1-16. doi: 10.1111/cobi.14372

Eliciting diverse perspectives to prioritize community actions for biodiversity conservation

2024

Journal Article

Opportunities for meaningful climate change engagement in vulnerable nature settings

Waters, Yolanda L., Losciale, Riccardo, Wilson, Kerrie A. and Dean, Angela J. (2024). Opportunities for meaningful climate change engagement in vulnerable nature settings. People and Nature, 6 (5), 2126-2143. doi: 10.1002/pan3.10711

Opportunities for meaningful climate change engagement in vulnerable nature settings

2024

Journal Article

Enhancing the health and wellbeing benefits of biodiversity citizen science

Oh, Rachel R. Y., Fuller, Richard A., Peters, Birte, Dean, Angela J., Pachana, Nancy A., Callaghan, Corey T., Sockhill, Nicola J., Bonn, Aletta and Suarez-Castro, Andres F. (2024). Enhancing the health and wellbeing benefits of biodiversity citizen science. Frontiers in Environmental Science, 12 1444161, 1-8. doi: 10.3389/fenvs.2024.1444161

Enhancing the health and wellbeing benefits of biodiversity citizen science

2024

Journal Article

Community stewardship to protect coastal and freshwater ecosystems–pathways between recreation and stewardship intentions

Dean, Angela J., Uebel, Konrad, Schultz, Tracy, Fielding, Kelly S., Saeck, Emily, Ross, Helen and Martin, Victoria (2024). Community stewardship to protect coastal and freshwater ecosystems–pathways between recreation and stewardship intentions. People and Nature, 6 (4), 1452-1468. doi: 10.1002/pan3.10658

Community stewardship to protect coastal and freshwater ecosystems–pathways between recreation and stewardship intentions

2024

Journal Article

Backing biodiversity: understanding nature conservation behaviour and policy support in Australia

Borg, Kim, Hatty, Melissa, Klebl, Christoph, Wibisono, Susilo, Smith, Liam, Louis, Winnifred and Dean, Angela J. (2024). Backing biodiversity: understanding nature conservation behaviour and policy support in Australia. Biodiversity and Conservation, 33 (8-9), 2593-2613. doi: 10.1007/s10531-024-02875-0

Backing biodiversity: understanding nature conservation behaviour and policy support in Australia

2024

Book Chapter

Understanding and improving the visitor experience: how can we increase the positive social impact of animal–visitor interactions?

McLeod, Emily M., Fielding, Kelly S. and Dean, Angela J. (2024). Understanding and improving the visitor experience: how can we increase the positive social impact of animal–visitor interactions?. Human-animal interactions in zoos: integrating science and practice. (pp. 192-204) edited by Eduardo J. Fernandez and Sally L. Sherwen. Wallingford, United Kingdom: CABI. doi: 10.1079/9781800622715.0014

Understanding and improving the visitor experience: how can we increase the positive social impact of animal–visitor interactions?

2024

Other Outputs

Healthy Land and Water Stewardship 2021

Dean, Angela and Schultz, Tracy (2024). Healthy Land and Water Stewardship 2021. The University of Queensland. (Dataset) doi: 10.48610/3f67009

Healthy Land and Water Stewardship 2021

2024

Other Outputs

A guide to building informed trust in environmental models

O'Brien, Katherine R., Vilas, Maria P., Egger, Felix, Langsdorf, Hayley, Weber, Tony, Turner, Ryan, McCloskey, Gillian, Di Bella, Lawrence, Baird, Mark, Burford, Michele, Dean, Angela, Hamilton, David, Maier, Holger, Maxwell, Paul, O'Neill, Andrew, Shaw, Melanie and Adams, Matthew (2024). A guide to building informed trust in environmental models. Brisbane, QLD Australia: The University of Queensland, School of Chemical Engineering. doi: 10.6084/m9.figshare.26925841.v1

A guide to building informed trust in environmental models

2024

Journal Article

The role of iconic places, collective efficacy, and negative emotions in climate change communication

Waters, Yolanda L., Wilson, Kerrie A. and Dean, Angela J. (2024). The role of iconic places, collective efficacy, and negative emotions in climate change communication. Environmental Science and Policy, 151 103635, 1-13. doi: 10.1016/j.envsci.2023.103635

The role of iconic places, collective efficacy, and negative emotions in climate change communication

2023

Journal Article

Public opinion on protecting iconic species depends on individual wellbeing: Perceptions about orangutan conservation in Indonesia and Malaysia

Massingham, Emily J., Wilson, Kerrie A., Meijaard, Erik, Ancrenaz, Marc, Santika, Truly, Friedman, Rachel, Possingham, Hugh P. and Dean, Angela J. (2023). Public opinion on protecting iconic species depends on individual wellbeing: Perceptions about orangutan conservation in Indonesia and Malaysia. Environmental Science and Policy, 150 103588, 1-11. doi: 10.1016/j.envsci.2023.103588

Public opinion on protecting iconic species depends on individual wellbeing: Perceptions about orangutan conservation in Indonesia and Malaysia

2023

Journal Article

Scrutinizing the impact of policy instruments on adoption of agricultural conservation practices using Bayesian expert models

Dean, Angela J., Eberhard, Rachel, Baresi, Umberto, Coggan, Anthea, Deane, Felicity, Hamman, Evan, Helmstedt, Kate J., Loechel, Barton, Jarvis, Diane, Mayfield, Helen, Stevens, Lillian, Taylor, Bruce and Vella, Karen (2023). Scrutinizing the impact of policy instruments on adoption of agricultural conservation practices using Bayesian expert models. Conservation Letters, 16 (6) e12988, 1-14. doi: 10.1111/conl.12988

Scrutinizing the impact of policy instruments on adoption of agricultural conservation practices using Bayesian expert models

2023

Journal Article

Killing of orangutans in Kalimantan ‐ community perspectives on incidence and drivers

Massingham, Emily, Meijaard, Erik, Ancrenaz, Marc, Mika, Dino, Sherman, Julie, Santika, Truly, Pradipta, Lengga, Possingham, Hugh P. and Dean, Angela J. (2023). Killing of orangutans in Kalimantan ‐ community perspectives on incidence and drivers. Conservation Science and Practice, 5 (11) e13025, 1-16. doi: 10.1111/csp2.13025

Killing of orangutans in Kalimantan ‐ community perspectives on incidence and drivers

2023

Journal Article

Psychological ownership of nature: relationships with pro-environmental intentions in less environmentally-oriented individuals

Wang, Xiongzhi, Fielding, Kelly S. and Dean, Angela J. (2023). Psychological ownership of nature: relationships with pro-environmental intentions in less environmentally-oriented individuals. Personality and Individual Differences, 213 112304, 112304. doi: 10.1016/j.paid.2023.112304

Psychological ownership of nature: relationships with pro-environmental intentions in less environmentally-oriented individuals

2023

Journal Article

Developing an indicator of community appreciation of biodiversity

Fielding, Kelly S., Prober, Suzanne M., Williams, Kristen J. and Dean, Angela J. (2023). Developing an indicator of community appreciation of biodiversity. Environmental and Sustainability Indicators, 19 100278, 1-12. doi: 10.1016/j.indic.2023.100278

Developing an indicator of community appreciation of biodiversity

2023

Journal Article

Broadening our understanding of what drives stewardship engagement: Relationships between social capital and willingness to engage in nature stewardship

Church, Emma K., Wilson, Kerrie A. and Dean, Angela J. (2023). Broadening our understanding of what drives stewardship engagement: Relationships between social capital and willingness to engage in nature stewardship. Journal of Environmental Management, 342 118128, 1-10. doi: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2023.118128

Broadening our understanding of what drives stewardship engagement: Relationships between social capital and willingness to engage in nature stewardship

2023

Journal Article

Beyond ecology: ecosystem restoration as a process for social-ecological transformation

Tedesco, Anazélia M., López-Cubillos, Sofía, Chazdon, Robin, Rhodes, Jonathan R., Archibald, Carla L., Pérez-Hämmerle, Katharina-Victoria, Brancalion, Pedro H.S., Wilson, Kerrie A., Oliveira, Mariana, Correa, Diego F., Ota, Liz, Morrison, Tiffany H., Possingham, Hugh P., Mills, Morena, Santos, Fabiane C. and Dean, Angela J. (2023). Beyond ecology: ecosystem restoration as a process for social-ecological transformation. Trends in Ecology and Evolution, 38 (7), 643-653. doi: 10.1016/j.tree.2023.02.007

Beyond ecology: ecosystem restoration as a process for social-ecological transformation

Current funding

  • 2024 - 2026
    Project 4 - Human Dimensions (Reef Catchments Science Partnership funded project)
    Queensland Government Department of Environment, Science and Innovation
    Open grant
  • 2024 - 2027
    Restoration by Design (NESP - Resilient Landscapes Hub funded project)
    University of Western Australia
    Open grant
  • 2023 - 2026
    Supporting Indigenous fire management through collaborative socio-ecological partnerships (NESP - Resilient Landscapes Hub funded project)
    University of Western Australia
    Open grant
  • 2023 - 2026
    Social Monitoring for the Ecosystem Health Monitoring Program
    Healthy Land and Water Ltd
    Open grant

Past funding

  • 2024 - 2025
    DES1231802 Stewardship Norms and Artefacts
    Queensland Government Department of Environment and Science
    Open grant
  • 2023 - 2024
    Developing and reviewing standardised best practice for Threatened Species Recovery teams in Queensland: applying insights from social science and participatory approaches
    Queensland Government Department of Environment and Science
    Open grant
  • 2022 - 2024
    Social monitoring and evaluation - behaviour change for agricultural practices
    Mosaic Insights Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2022 - 2023
    Using humorous videos to promote meaningful dialogue and productive collaboration across the water modelling life cycle
    Queensland Government Department of Environment and Science
    Open grant
  • 2022 - 2023
    Social perspectives on human-wildlife interactions in coastal settings
    Sunshine Coast Regional Council
    Open grant
  • 2022 - 2023
    Community understanding and appreciation of the diverse values of Moreton Bay - pathways to strengthen community appreciation for Moreton Bay's natural and cultural heritage
    The Moreton Bay Foundation Members Projects
    Open grant
  • 2022 - 2025
    PROTECT: People & Reef Organisations Tackling Environmental Change Together - Integrated Stewardship Monitoring & Reporting in the Great Barrier Reef
    Great Barrier Reef Foundation
    Open grant
  • 2019 - 2020
    Community appreciation of biodiversity indicator (Department of Planning, Industry and Environment grant led by CSIRO)
    CSIRO
    Open grant
  • 2018 - 2019
    Promoting stewardship: identifying pathways to greater participation
    New South Wales Environmental Trust
    Open grant
  • 2018 - 2019
    Smart Cities and Suburbs Grant SCS59465 - Engaging the community to preserve frogs through acoustic technology
    Smart Cities and Suburbs Program
    Open grant
  • 2016 - 2018
    Water Sensitive City Transition Strategies and Implementation Plans
    CRC for Water Sensitive Cities
    Open grant

Availability

Associate Professor Angela Dean is:
Available for supervision

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Supervision history

Current supervision

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Wildlife in the Anthropocene: Interdisciplinary Expert Perspectives on Merging Animal Welfare Considerations into Global Conservation

    Principal Advisor

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Supporting Indigenous fire management through collaborative social-ecological partnerships

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Kate O'Brien

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Managing wildlife in social-ecological systems: exploring social perspectives

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Bradd Witt

  • Master Philosophy

    How does social advantage or disadvantage influence capacity for environmental concern?

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Kelly Fielding

  • Master Philosophy

    Strategies to build landholder support for hard to see conservation challenges

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr April Reside

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Connecting communities to act for nature: the value of social connection for stewardship action

    Principal Advisor

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Wildlife in the Anthropocene: Interdisciplinary Expert Perspectives on Merging Animal Welfare Considerations into Global Conservation

    Principal Advisor

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Ethical wildlife tourism: creating positive experiences for people and wildlife

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Kelly Fielding

  • Master Philosophy

    Strategies to build landholder support for hard to see conservation challenges

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr April Reside

  • Doctor Philosophy

    The general public's attitude to wildlife, with a focus on China

    Associate Advisor

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Assessing and planning large-scale forest restoration for ecological and social outcomes

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Hugh Possingham

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Microgreens: A Novel Functional Food for Sustainability and Food Security, a Case Study in Indonesia

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Risti Permani

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Forest restoration in complex social-ecological landscapes

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Hugh Possingham

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Urban greenspaces and biodiversity

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Richard Fuller

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Turning climate change into a success story

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Kelly Fielding

Completed supervision

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