Biogeography, Ecology, & Modelling (BEAM)
Ngura Nandamari
About us​​
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Our research focuses on species ecology and biogeography, using advanced statistical methods and modelling to examine how species and communities interact with their environments across spatial and temporal scales.
As a Node and the main Modelling Stream in the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Indigenous and Environmental Histories and Futures (CIEHF) and our strong partnership with the Australian Museum Research Institute, we investigate how climate change and human disturbances—past, present, and future—reshape ecosystems, informing prioritised conservation planning.
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Our work spans terrestrial and marine ecosystems, assessing biodiversity patterns, species responses to environmental change, and the effectiveness of conservation strategies. ​​
Latest news​​
Llewelyn et al., (2025). Trophic and taxonomic restructuring of Sahul's large-bodied animal community since the Late Pleistocene . Quaternary Australasia
Bird et al., (2025). A 150,000-year lacustrine record of the Indo-Australian monsoon from northern Australia. Quaternary Sciences Reviews
Beaman et al., (2025). A Guide for Developing Demo-Genetic Models to Simulate Genetic Rescue. Evolutionary Applications 18 e70092
Our collaborations​
Our research spans more than 10 countries and includes a global network of over 150 collaborators.
Nationally, we have built a strong research network across approximately 10 institutes, while internationally, we partner with leading research institutions across multiple continents, working alongside experts in ecology, climate science, and biodiversity conservation​
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