Kylie Cairns

Dr Kylie Cairns is a researcher at the University of New South Wales, where she works within the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences. Her research focuses on the evolutionary history and conservation of canids, particularly dingoes, in Australia. She has contributed to numerous studies examining genetic diversity, hybridization with domestic dogs, and the ecological roles of dingoes. Dr Cairns has also explored the biogeographical patterns of native canids using genome-wide SNP data. Her work has been published in several high-impact journals, including Conservation Genetics, Molecular Ecology, and PLOS ONE. She is actively involved in scientific collaborations and has contributed to discussions on the taxonomic status of the Australian dingo.

Kylie M Cairns is a researcher in Conservation Genetics, Biogeography, and the study of Dingoes, Canids, and Carnivores. Her work focuses on understanding the genetic and biogeographical patterns of Australian native canids, particularly dingoes, and their interactions with domestic dogs. She investigates the evolutionary history, population structure, and conservation implications of these species, using genomic data to explore hybridization, introgression, and demographic changes. Her research also addresses the ecological roles of dingoes and the challenges of managing dingo populations in the face of human conflict and hybridization. Cairns' studies contribute to the broader understanding of canid evolution and conservation in Oceania.