Jielian (say it like 'Jillian') is an environmental scientist with over 13 years' experience in environmental science and consulting. She has worked across a range of sectors from academic research, education, government departments, and private companies. Jielian's work experience has been diverse and varied. She has worked on subjects including:

 

• chemical analyses of soil and water,

• environmental site assessment (contaminated lands),

• groundwater monitoring, 

• soil characterisation,

• developing soil spatial models within GIS, 

• climate change adaptation,

• data analysis and visualisation,

• and forestry.

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Jielian also has a keen interest in communicating science through visual design and clear, concise prose.

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Selected publications:

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Beh, J, Kanowski, P.J., Greene, R.S.B. & Brack, C.L. (2016) Predicting soil depth using simple ground-based measurements of stem shape and taper in the butt swell section of individual Pinus radiata trees, Australian Forestry, 79 (2), pp. 114–121.

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Webb, R., Rissik, D., Petheram, L., Beh, J., & Stafford Smith, M. (2018) Co-designing adaptation decision support: meeting common and differentiated needs, Climatic Change. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10584-018-2165-7

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Webb, R. & Beh, J. (2013) Leading adaptation practices and support strategies for Australia: An international and Australian review of products and tools, National Climate Change Adaptation Research Facility, Gold Coast, 105 pp.