Regular biography
Brendan Lanham is a researcher affiliated with The University of Melbourne's BIO department. His work focuses on coastal and estuarine adaptation. He can be contacted via email at brendan.lanham@unimelb.edu.au or through his profile page at https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/profile/971677-brendan-lanham.
Scholar-generated biography
Brendan S. Lanham's research focuses on marine ecology, restoration, predation, facilitation, and shellfish, with an emphasis on understanding ecological interactions and their implications for habitat restoration. His work explores how foundation species, such as oysters, influence biodiversity through facilitation cascades and predation refuges. Lanham investigates the role of habitat complexity in shaping fish communities and how human interventions, like artificial reefs and aquaculture, can enhance ecological and engineering outcomes. His studies also address the impacts of climate change and urbanization on marine ecosystems, including shifts in predator communities and fish behavior. By integrating ecological and engineering approaches, Lanham aims to optimize restoration strategies for sustainable marine environments.