Mr
Alexander RiggProfile page
Visiting Fellow
School of Life Sciences
- Visiting FellowSchool of Life Sciences
BIO
I am a marine biologist/data analyst/eductor and Honorary Academic at UTS. My research looks at tropical fish moving into temperate waters, and how their behaviour, habitat use and swimming performance change as they grow. I use field surveys, experiments and otolith analysis to understand how these fish survive in environments outside their usual range.
I also work as a data analyst and have more than ten years of teaching experience. I hold a PhD in Marine Biology, an Honours degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and a Master of Teaching.
I founded Fishers for Sanctuaries to help recreational fishers understand marine research and support conservation. As a recreational fisher, I am interested in how science can inform fishing practices and marine management.
UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY SYDNEY ORGANISATIONAL UNITS MEMBERSHIP
DEGREES
- PhDUTS, Ultimo, Australia2025
PROFILE TYPE
- Academic