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)

81 - 100 of 173 works

2015

Journal Article

The impact of snares on the continuity of adolescent-onset antisocial behaviour: a test of Moffitt’s developmental taxonomy

McGee, Tara Renae, Hayatbakhsh, Mohammad R., Bor, William, Aird, Rosemary L., Dean, Angela J. and Najman, Jake M. (2015). The impact of snares on the continuity of adolescent-onset antisocial behaviour: a test of Moffitt’s developmental taxonomy. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Criminology, 48 (3), 345-366. doi: 10.1177/0004865815589828

The impact of snares on the continuity of adolescent-onset antisocial behaviour: a test of Moffitt’s developmental taxonomy

2015

Journal Article

Distribution, abundance and diversity of crustose coralline algae on the Great Barrier Reef

Dean, Angela J., Steneck, Robert S., Tager, Danika and Pandolfi, John M. (2015). Distribution, abundance and diversity of crustose coralline algae on the Great Barrier Reef. Coral Reefs, 34 (2), 581-594. doi: 10.1007/s00338-015-1263-5

Distribution, abundance and diversity of crustose coralline algae on the Great Barrier Reef

2014

Journal Article

Use of restrictive interventions in a child and adolescent inpatient unit: predictors of use and effect on patient outcomes

Duke, Suzanne G., Scott, James and Dean, Angela J. (2014). Use of restrictive interventions in a child and adolescent inpatient unit: predictors of use and effect on patient outcomes. Australasian Psychiatry, 22 (4), 360-365. doi: 10.1177/1039856214532298

Use of restrictive interventions in a child and adolescent inpatient unit: predictors of use and effect on patient outcomes

2014

Journal Article

Advocating for malaria elimination - learning from the successes of other infectious disease elimination programmes

Whittaker, Maxine A., Dean, Angela J. and Chancellor, Arna (2014). Advocating for malaria elimination - learning from the successes of other infectious disease elimination programmes. Malaria Journal, 13 (1) 221, 221.1-221.8. doi: 10.1186/1475-2875-13-221

Advocating for malaria elimination - learning from the successes of other infectious disease elimination programmes

2014

Journal Article

A randomized, controlled, crossover trial of fish oil treatment for impulsive aggression in children and adolescents with disruptive behavior disorders

Dean, Angela J., Bor, William, Adam, Kareen, Bowling, Francis G. and Bellgrove, Mark A. (2014). A randomized, controlled, crossover trial of fish oil treatment for impulsive aggression in children and adolescents with disruptive behavior disorders. Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology, 24 (3), 140-148. doi: 10.1089/cap.2013.0093

A randomized, controlled, crossover trial of fish oil treatment for impulsive aggression in children and adolescents with disruptive behavior disorders

2014

Journal Article

Are child and adolescent mental health problems increasing in the 21st century? A systematic review

Bor, W., Dean, A.J., Najman, J. and Hayatbakhsh, R. (2014). Are child and adolescent mental health problems increasing in the 21st century? A systematic review. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, 48 (7), 606-616. doi: 10.1177/0004867414533834

Are child and adolescent mental health problems increasing in the 21st century? A systematic review

2013

Journal Article

Monoaminergic modulation of behavioural and electrophysiological indices of error processing

Barnes, Jessica J. M., O'Connell, Redmond G., Nandam, L. Sanjay, Dean, Angela J. and Bellgrove, Mark A. (2013). Monoaminergic modulation of behavioural and electrophysiological indices of error processing. Psychopharmacology, 231 (2), 379-392. doi: 10.1007/s00213-013-3246-y

Monoaminergic modulation of behavioural and electrophysiological indices of error processing

2013

Journal Article

Dopamine D₂ receptor modulation of human response inhibition and error awareness

Nandam, L. Sanjay, Hester, Robert, Wagner, Joe, Dean, Angela J., Messer, Cassandra, Honeysett, Asha, Nathan, Pradeep J. and Bellgrove, Mark A. (2013). Dopamine D₂ receptor modulation of human response inhibition and error awareness. Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience, 25 (4), 649-656. doi: 10.1162/jocn_a_00327

Dopamine D₂ receptor modulation of human response inhibition and error awareness

2011

Journal Article

Effects of vitamin D supplementation on cognitive and emotional functioning in young adults: a randomised controlled trial

Dean, Angela J., Bellgrove, Mark, Hall, Teresa, Phan, Wei Ming Jonathan, Eyles, Darryl, Kvaskoff, David and McGrath, John J. (2011). Effects of vitamin D supplementation on cognitive and emotional functioning in young adults: a randomised controlled trial. PLoS ONE, 6 (11) e25966, e25966.1-e25966.7. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0025966

Effects of vitamin D supplementation on cognitive and emotional functioning in young adults: a randomised controlled trial

2011

Journal Article

The molecular genetics of executive function: Role of monoamine system genes

Barnes, Jessica J. M., Dean, Angela J., Nandam, L. Sanjay, O'Connell, Redmond G. and Bellgrove, Mark A. (2011). The molecular genetics of executive function: Role of monoamine system genes. Biological Psychiatry, 69 (12), e127-e143. doi: 10.1016/j.biopsych.2010.12.040

The molecular genetics of executive function: Role of monoamine system genes

2011

Journal Article

Predictors of medication adherence in children receiving psychotropic medication

Dean, Angela J., Wragg, Jillian, Draper, Judith and McDermott, Brett M. (2011). Predictors of medication adherence in children receiving psychotropic medication. Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health, 47 (6), 350-355. doi: 10.1111/j.1440-1754.2010.01985.x

Predictors of medication adherence in children receiving psychotropic medication

2011

Journal Article

Methylphenidate but not atomoxetine or citalopram modulates inhibitory control and response time variability

Nandam, L. Sanjay, Hester, Robert, Wagner, Joe, Cummins, Tarrant D. R., Garner, Kelly, Dean, Angela J., Kim, Bung Nyun, Nathan, Pradeep J., Mattingley, Jason B. and Bellgrove, Mark A. (2011). Methylphenidate but not atomoxetine or citalopram modulates inhibitory control and response time variability. Biological Psychiatry, 69 (9), 902-904. doi: 10.1016/j.biopsych.2010.11.014

Methylphenidate but not atomoxetine or citalopram modulates inhibitory control and response time variability

2011

Journal Article

Antisocial behaviour across the life course: An examination of the effects of early onset desistence and early onset persistent antisocial behaviour in adulthood

McGee, Tara Renae, Hayatbakhsh, Mohammad R., Bor, William, Cerruto, Michael, Dean, Angela, Alati, Rosa, Mills, Ryan, Williams, Gail M., O'Callaghan, Michael and Najman, Jake M. (2011). Antisocial behaviour across the life course: An examination of the effects of early onset desistence and early onset persistent antisocial behaviour in adulthood. Australian Journal of Psychology, 63 (1), 44-55. doi: 10.1111/j.1742-9536.2011.00006.x

Antisocial behaviour across the life course: An examination of the effects of early onset desistence and early onset persistent antisocial behaviour in adulthood

2011

Journal Article

Toilet trouble

Dean, A. (2011). Toilet trouble. Pharmacy News (March), 33-37.

Toilet trouble

2011

Journal Article

My tummy aches

Dean, A. (2011). My tummy aches. Pharmacy News (AUGUST), 25-29.

My tummy aches

2011

Journal Article

Air supply

Dean, A. (2011). Air supply. Pharmacy News (February), 26-28.

Air supply

2011

Journal Article

Heroin use, dependence, and attitudes to treatment in non-treatment-seeking heroin users: A pilot study

Dean, Angela J., Saunders, John B. and Bell, James (2011). Heroin use, dependence, and attitudes to treatment in non-treatment-seeking heroin users: A pilot study. Substance Use and Misuse, 46 (4), 417-425. doi: 10.3109/10826084.2010.501655

Heroin use, dependence, and attitudes to treatment in non-treatment-seeking heroin users: A pilot study

2011

Journal Article

Sick to the stomach

Dean, A. (2011). Sick to the stomach. Pharmacy News (JUNE), 27-30.

Sick to the stomach

2010

Journal Article

Blind optimism

Moses, Geraldine and Dean, Angela (2010). Blind optimism. Pharmacy News (October), 29-34.

Blind optimism

2010

Journal Article

A systematic review of interventions to enhance medication adherence in children and adolescents with chronic illness

Dean, AJ, Walters, J and Hall, A (2010). A systematic review of interventions to enhance medication adherence in children and adolescents with chronic illness. Archives of Disease in Childhood, 95 (9), 717-723. doi: 10.1136/adc.2009.175125

A systematic review of interventions to enhance medication adherence in children and adolescents with chronic illness

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

    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

    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

    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

  • 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

Completed supervision

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