My general research interest is in exploring the mechanisms behind animal movements, in particular, how abiotic and biotic factors influence animal movements and behaviours. In my research, I use advanced tracking devices on wild animals (mainly birds) to gather data on their geographical locations and behaviours, and use machine learning, edge computing, and ecological modelling approaches to interpret the gathered data.

I was a postdoc researcher working in Experimental Zoology Group of Wageningen University (2022-2024). My research was on developing advance animal tracking devices empowered by edge computing functionalities and using these tools to address questions on animal movement and behaviours. I worked on multiple projects and here were two representatives, 1). Development of miniature accelerometer tag to study behavioural differences between male and female pied flycatchers in parental care; 2). Development of GPS tracking devices with on-board microphones to study functions of flight calls in barnacle geese. I was funded by the Next Level Animal Science project of Wageningen University & Research (WUR, 2021-2024). The work was in collaboration with industrial partner Druid Technology. 

I am currently working as an associate research fellow in Deakin University Australia (2025 – ). It is important to understand population dynamics of the main game duck species, their response to environmental drivers and the impact of harvest off take. In developing a model of duck population dynamics to support adaptive harvest management, data is required for estimating the survival and movement / dispersal of game ducks in response to habitat availability. This research will use GPS tracking technology to estimate age and sex-specific survival rates and movement between habitat types across Victoria Australia of Pacific Black Ducks, Grey Teals, Chestnut Teals and Australian Wood Ducks.